Department of Education (DepEd) Davao Region Division spokesperson Janeilito “Dodong” Atillo, on Wednesday, April 24, said they are moving the opening ceremonies of the 2019 Palarong Pambansa to Sunday, April 28.
The opening ceremonies was earlier scheduled on Saturday, April 27, at the Davao City Sports Complex in the University of the Philippines Mindanao.
Atillo, who was a guest in yesterday’s AFP-PNP Media Briefing held at the Royal Mandaya Hotel, said they need to adjust the schedule to accommodate President Rodrigo Duterte to grace the traditional opening rites.
Atillo also confirmed that the opening program is moved to Sunday which was originally slated Saturday, April 27.
“We moved the date because of the availability of our guest of honor,” he added.
The opening program is expected to start at 3:00pm. However, Atillo urged the athletes and spectators to be at the venue at 1:00pm as there will be lockdowns on gates.
Atillo, meanwhile, said everything is prepared for the staging of the biggest secondary and elementary conclave that will finally be hosted in Davao City after 69 years.
He also said that DepEd has continuously coordinated with all agencies involved for the hosting especially on the side of safety and security, health and logistics among others.
“Nevertheless, everything is all set and we are just waiting for the day to come,” he added.
Atillo also urged the Dabawenyos to go to the venues during the game and support the athletes as Davao City guns for an overall champion in its turf.
