Nearly 3,000 habal-habal (motorcycle taxi) drivers in Cebu’s 2nd and 7th districts received P3,000 fuel subsidies and rice assistance from the Cebu Provincial Government this week.
Distribution Details
The Capitol reported that 1,000 drivers from Argao, Santander, and Samboan each received P3,000 in financial aid. Another 2,000 drivers from Malabuyoc, Alegria, Badian, and Moalboal also benefited from the assistance program.
Targeted Support
The provincial government stated that the aid was intended for drivers not covered by national government subsidy programs. The initiative aims to help them cope with rising fuel costs driven by tensions in the Middle East.
Earlier, the Capitol announced that it would extend assistance to other sectors excluded from national aid programs. Aside from cash support, beneficiaries also received 10 kilos of unhusked rice.
Future Distribution
The Capitol assured that other localities will be next in line for distribution in the coming days. Officials emphasized that the selection of beneficiaries underwent careful screening and validation to ensure that assistance reached those most in need.
