Marcos Jr. Furious Over Siquijor Power Crisis: Accountability Demanded

Siquijor Power Outages Spark Presidential Ire: Marcos Jr. Demands Accountability President Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos Jr.'s recent visit to Siquijor Island exposed a critical power crisis affecting the province. The prolonged blackouts have caused significant disruptions to daily life, impacting education, businesses, and healthcare. Malacañang responded swiftly, announcing the President's anger and disappointment at the situation. "The President is furious and deeply disappointed by the state of Siquijor," stated Palace Press Officer Undersecretary Atty. Claire Castro during a press briefing. "Those responsible for this negligence must be held accountable. We will not tolerate this." The government's immediate response includes the deployment of additional generator sets to alleviate the immediate power shortage. A comprehensive legal review of power supply agreements and a thorough audit of Siquijor Island Power Corporation (SIPCOR) are also underway. President Marcos set a six-month deadline for a permanent solution. The government's decisive action reflects the seriousness of the situation and the President's commitment to resolving the power crisis. The six-month plan offers hope for a more reliable energy supply in the future.