President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. ordered a full investigation into the Siquijor Island Power Cooperative (SIPCO) amid continuing power outages in the province, Malacañang said Tuesday, June 10 .
The directive comes as Siquijor grapples with a persistent energy crisis, compounded by water shortages and loss of livelihood among residents.
According to Palace Press Officer Claire Castro, Marcos has already summoned outgoing Energy Secretary Raphael Lotilla and Acting Secretary Sharon Garin to address the situation.
The President has also instructed relevant agencies to move swiftly.
“The President has issued a directive for a thorough investigation into the power provider Siquijor Island Power Cooperative,” Castro said in a Palace briefing.
“He has also ordered the immediate resolution of the long-standing power supply issues in the province.”
Short- and long-term measures are now being prepared, the Palace official added.*PNA