Pola, Oriental Mindoro — The National and Local Elections (NLE) 2025 were successfully and peacefully conducted in the Municipality of Pola, according to the official assessment released by the Pola Municipal Police Station (MPS) led by Chief of Police PMAJ Florante M. Sugian II.
From pre-election preparations to Election Day itself, and up to the transmission of votes and return of vote-counting machines (VCMs) to the COMELEC office, comprehensive and stringent security operations were implemented by the police and partner government agencies.
The full force of Pola MPS and Oriental Mindoro Police Provincial Office, in coordination with the 3rd Platoon, 1st Provincial Mobile Force Company (PMFC), Special Action Force (SAF), Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP), Pola Fire Station, Barangay Peacekeeping Action Teams (BPATS), Civilian Armed Forces Geographical Unit (CAFGU), and other force multipliers, worked together to secure every polling precinct, monitor voting centers, and address any potential threats to public safety.
Prior to the election, a series of checkpoints, area assessments, COMELEC checkpoints, and public information campaigns were carried out to ensure orderly conduct and full preparedness of all personnel and resources.
On Election Day, May 12, 2025, while there were minor voting delays due to technical issues involving some VCMs, the overall voting process remained orderly and efficient, thanks to the rapid response of ground personnel.
Following the close of voting, transmission and transportation of election paraphernalia were closely monitored, including the secure and proper return of VCMs to the COMELEC Office—without any reported incidents or disruptions.
The election concluded with zero election-related incidents (ERIs)—no suspected, validated, or non-validated ERIs—underscoring the effective implementation of security protocols by all involved agencies. To further improve future elections, Pola MPS suggested placing greater focus on the technical reliability of VCMs to avoid any voting delays.
From the presidential and senatorial contests down to the local races, newly elected leaders have been proclaimed—leaders expected to shape the future of the nation. In the senatorial race, candidates with strong platforms and proven experience emerged victorious and will lend their voices in the Senate for the new term of service.
In Oriental Mindoro, the following election results were officially proclaimed:
• 🏛️ Governor Humerlito “Bonz” Dolor — Re-elected as Governor of Oriental Mindoro
• 🏛️ Vice Governor CA Jojo Perez (MBS) — Newly elected Vice Governor
• 🏛️ Congressman Arnan “Nana” Panaligan (Lakas) — Re-elected and ran unopposed as Representative of the First Legislative District
• 🏛️ Sangguniang Panlalawigan Members (First Provincial District) — A mix of newly elected and re-elected board members to serve the upcoming term
In the Municipality of Pola, aside from the re-election of Mayor Cruz, the newly elected and re-elected members of the Sangguniang Bayan and other local positions have also been proclaimed. These officials are expected to be key partners of the people in advancing progress and good governance in the town.
The success of the 2025 elections in Pola is a testament to the strong coordination, dedication, and commitment of all uniformed personnel and government workers—and above all, to the discipline and active participation of the people.
The true essence of elections does not end with casting a vote. It continues through active involvement, vigilance, and cooperation for a better, safer, and more progressive community. Let us support our newly elected officials—and remain engaged, disciplined, and responsible citizens.
Once again, the successful conduct of NLE 2025 in Pola proves that through unity, we can uphold elections that are secure, honest, and meaningful for all