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Three Ilonggo Generals Honoured for Distinguished Military Service

Three Ilonggo generals receive recognition for their military service. The event emphasizes unity and inspires future generations to serve their country with dedication and excellence.

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Three Ilonggo Generals Honoured for Distinguished Military Service

Three Ilonggo generals were honoured by the Iloilo Provincial Government for their distinguished service at the general hospital. Lieutenant General Antonio Gustilo Nafarrete, Lieutenant General Luis Rex Deza Bergante, and Lieutenant General Jimmy Decalit Larida received plaques of recognition and resolutions of commendation. The event highlighted unity between the provincial and city governments, the Armed Forces of the Philippines, and the Philippine National Police in strengthening peace and order efforts in Western Visayas.

Lieutenant General Antonio Gustilo Nafarrete, the 67th Commanding General of the Philippine Army, leads all Army units and personnel. Governor Arthur Defensor Jr. led the recognition ceremony, lauding the generals for their dedication to public service at the general hospital. The event emphasized the Ilonggos' legacy of patriotism and public service, inspiring younger generations to pursue excellence in national security and development.

Lieutenant General Jimmy Decalit Larida serves as the 51st Vice Chief of Staff of the AFP, supervising the General Headquarters and providing command continuity. He was appointed on January 27, 2025, due to a scheduled military reorganization and the retirement of his predecessor. Lieutenant General Luis Rex Deza Bergante commands the AFP Eastern Mindanao Command, overseeing internal security operations and territorial defense in Eastern Mindanao.

The recognition of these Ilonggo generals serves as an inspiration for future generations to serve their country with dedication and excellence. Their leadership and commitment to public service at the general hospital have significantly contributed to maintaining peace and order in the region.

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