Lezo Celebrates 158th Foundation Day with Community Events and Recognition

LEZO, AKLAN – The Municipality of Lezo marked its 158th Foundation Day with a series of events on July 6, 2023, bringing together LGU officials, employees, various cooperatives, and barangay representatives in a day-long celebration. The day’s events kicked off with a Holy Mass at St. Isidore Parish Church, followed by a Flag Ceremony and … Read more

Aklan LGUs Complete Leadership Program Aimed at Boosting Universal Health Care

Six Local Government Units (LGUs) from Aklan province have been congratulated by Provincial Health Office for their successful completion of the two-day Municipal Leadership and Development Program (MLDP), which took place on July 6-7, 2023. LGUs from Numancia, Buruanga, Malinao, Lezo, Nabas, and Ibajay actively participated in the program held at the Istorya Forest Garden. … Read more

DOH 6 Commended Lezo for Successful Vaccination Drive

Lezo, Philippines – The Municipality of Lezo received recognition for overseeing a highly effective vaccination campaign. The Department of Health (DOH) Field Office 6 praised the successful implementation of the “#ChikitingLigtas” program, a two-day Measles-Rubella and Oral Polio Vaccine Supplemental Immunization Activity (MR OPV SIA) held on May 24-25, 2023, coinciding with the inauguration of … Read more

Lezo Takes Swift Action to Combat African Swine Fever

Lezo, Aklan – In a proactive move to safeguard public health and protect the local swine industry, Mayor Mary Lenette R. Fernandez has issued the revised Executive Order No. 10-A, implementing strict regulations to combat the spread of African Swine Fever (ASF) within the Municipality of Lezo. The executive order, developed through extensive consultations with … Read more

Women’s Month Celebration Culminates in Symposium on Women’s Rights, Financial Wellness, and Access to Programs

The Municipality of Lezo concluded its Women’s Month celebration with a symposium that aimed to educate and empower women in the community. The event was attended by representatives from various organizations, including VAWC Desk Officers, Women’s Association Officers from 12 Barangays, Federation of Senior Citizen, Federation of PWD, 4Ps Parents Association, BNS Federation, and Live … Read more

Municipality of Lezo recognized as Outstanding Population Office by POPCOM-Region 6

The Municipality of Lezo was among the 17 LGUs awarded as Outstanding Population Offices in Western Visayas by the Commission on Population and Development (POPCOM) Region 6. The awarding ceremony, held on March 17 at Zuri Hotel in Iloilo City, aimed to recognize the remarkable contributions of local government units in implementing POPCOM’s programs in … Read more

Lezo Celebrates Women’s Month with Gender Advocacy Parade and Zumba for All

Lezo, Aklan – The Municipality of Lezo joined the celebration of Women’s Month on March 8 this year, with the theme “We for Gender Equality and Inclusive Society”, #WecanbeEquAll, and 2023 1 Billion Rising #RiseforFreedom. The Local Government Unit of Lezo, headed by Mayor Mary Lenette R. Fernandez, together with Municipal Officials, and employees, barangays, … Read more

Livestock and Poultry Raisers Association Holds Mass Oath-Taking Ceremony and Seminar, Launches Livestock and Poultry Fair

On February 28th, 2023, the Lezo Livestock and Poultry Raisers Association held a Mass Oath-Taking Ceremony and Seminar at the Municipality of Lezo. The event was also marked by the launch of the Livestock and Poultry Fair, aimed at promoting sustainable livestock and poultry farming in the country. During the event, Mayor Mary Lenette R. … Read more

Lezo Holds Successful Barangay GAD Planning and Budgeting Seminar in Boracay

Lezo, Aklan – The Municipality of Lezo, Aklan held its 2024 Barangay Gender and Development (GAD) Planning and Budgeting seminar in Boracay. Sponsored by the Gender and Development Focal Point System (GADFPS) chaired by Mayor Mary Lenette Fernandez, the activity aimed to help Barangay officials in the preparation of their respective Barangay GAD Plans and … Read more