NCIP, Bukidnon agri office seek resolution over lechon festival row

MALAYBALAY CITY, Bukidnon — Officials of the National Commission on Indigenous Peoples (NCIP) and the Provincial Agriculture Office (PAgrO) had sought to address the controversy surrounding the Lechon Festival held during Kaamulan 2026. Ma. Shirlene D. Sario, former NCIP Bukidnon provincial officer, and current provincial head Ronaldo Bayaon took part in discussions last April 23 following concerns raised by indigenous leaders over the use of “salay,” a sacred cultural element, as decoration in roasted pigs during the April 16 event which is sponsored by PAgro. Sario said the explanation from PAgrO—that the use of such decorations was not part of […]... Keep on reading: NCIP, Bukidnon agri office seek resolution over lechon festival row

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