Atty. Ferdinand "Dinand" L. Hernandez

Sa paggunita ng Araw ng Kagitingan, ating alalahanin ang mga bayaning Pilipino na nag-alay ng kanilang tapang, dangal, at buhay para sa kalayaan na ating tinatamasa ngayon. Ang kanilang sakripisyo ay patuloy na nagsisilbing ilaw at gabay sa ating pambansang pagkakaisa at katatagan.

Nawa’y magsilbi itong paalala na ang kagitingan ay makikita rin sa ating pang-araw-araw na gawain - sa pagiging tapat, makatarungan, at may malasakit sa kapwa. Sa ganitong paraan, patuloy nating naipapakita ang diwa ng kabayanihan para sa sarili at sa bansa.

Maligayang Araw ng Kagitingan.

He is risen!

Sa pagdiriwang ng muling pagkabuhay ni Hesus, ipinapaalala sa atin ang Kanyang sakripisyo na nagligtas at tumubos sa ating mga kasalanan - ang pinakadakilang patunay ng wagas na pag-ibig ng Diyos Ama para sa sangkatauhan.

Nawa’y hindi lamang tayo magdiwang, kundi isabuhay ang Kanyang halimbawa: maging ilaw ng pag-asa, pag-ibig, at kabutihan sa ating kapwa, sa salita at sa gawa, araw-araw.

Maligayang Linggo ng Pagkabuhay!

On this Good Friday, may we solemnly remember His sacrifice that redeemed the world and revealed the true meaning of love and mercy. With humble hearts, let us reflect on this blessed day that brought forth hope and salvation, and renew our purpose to live a life with faith, compassion, and grace.

APPROVED ON 2ND READING na ang HB 8627, An Act Converting the South Cotabato State College in the Municipality of Surallah, Province of South Cotabato into a State University to be Known as the "South Cotabato State University", and Appropriating Funds Therefor, sa Mababang Kapulungan.

Bilang principal author, masaya ako na isa na namang hakbang ang ating narating tungo sa pag-angat ng kalidad ng edukasyon sa ating lalawigan. Sa pamamagitan ng panukalang ito, mabibigyan natin ng mas malawak na akses at oportunidad ang mga kabataan na matupad ang kanilang mga pangarap.

Katuwang natin dito si Sen. Loren Legarda bilang counterpart author ng ating panukala at Chairperson ng Committee on Higher, Technical and Vocational Education sa Senado.

Makakaasa kayo na tuloy-tuloy ang ating aksyon tungo sa hinahangad natin na South Cotabato State University para sa kapakinabangan ng kasalukuyan at susunod pang henerasyon ng mga kabataan.

Abangan ang 3rd and Final Reading ng HB 8627 sa resumption ng session sa House of Representatives ngayong Mayo.

As a member and the representative of Speaker Bojie Dy, it is my honor to have attended the 4th Meeting of the Philippine Congress – Bangsamoro Parliament Forum (PCBPF) last March 24, 2026.

The PCBPF serves as a vital platform for strengthening coordination and collaboration between the Philippine Congress and the Bangsamoro Parliament, ensuring alignment of legislative priorities, harmonization of laws, and the continued advancement of peace, development, and inclusive governance in the Bangsamoro region.

As part of the meeting, we discussed key topics, including the finalization of the Rules of Procedure (ROP) of the PCBPF and its Joint Secretariat, legislative developments on the resetting of the first Parliamentary Elections in BARMM, and the creation of a province for eight municipalities in the BARMM Special Geographic Area, as well as the ceremonial turnover of the Final Report of the Second Congressional Commission on Education (EDCOM II) - all crucial steps toward responsive governance and long-term development.

I remain committed to meaningful conversations that shape policy and direction - efforts that go beyond dialogue and translate into concrete action to strengthen institutions, empower communities, and foster a more inclusive and united future for the Bangsamoro and the entire nation.





📷Dani Sagayap

APPROVED ON 3RD AND FINAL READING na ang HB 8342, An Act Renaming the SOCCSKSARGEN General Hospital to SOCCSKSARGEN Regional and Medical Center, Increasing its Bed Capacity from 75 to 1,500 Beds, sa Mababang Kapulungan noong March 16, 2026.

Bilang principal author ng naturang House Bill, lubos kong ikinagagalak na malapit na nating makamit ang dekalidad na serbisyong pangkalusugan para sa ating mga kababayan sa pamamagitan ng pagkakaroon ng fully functional regional-level hospital sa Region 12.

Hindi po tayo titigil hanggang sa maisabatas ang ating panukala na magbibigay ng quality healthcare hindi lamang para sa lalawigan ng South Cotabato, kundi para sa buong Region 12.

Maligayang pagdiriwang ng Eid’l Fitr sa ating mga kapatid na Muslim! 🌙✨

Sa pagtatapos ng banal na buwan ng Ramadan, ipinagdiriwang natin ang isang makabuluhang sandali ng pasasalamat, sakripisyo at malasakit sa kapwa. Ang Eid’l Fitr ay paalala ng kahalagahan ng pananampalataya, pagkakaisa, at patuloy na pagbabahagi ng kabutihan sa ating komunidad.

Bilang pakikiisa sa pagdiriwang na ito, nagsagawa tayo ng rice pack distribution sa ating distrito kung saan nakapagbahagi tayo ng 737 packs sa Koronadal, 1,878 packs sa Banga, at 1,626 packs sa Tantangan - bilang simbolo ng ating suporta at pagmamahal sa ating Muslim community.

Nawa’y maghatid ang okasyong ito ng kapayapaan, kagalakan, at patuloy na biyaya sa bawat pamilya.

Eid Mubarak!

It was my distinct honor to deliver the Keynote Speech on behalf of House Speaker Bojie Dy at the opening of the Philippine World Building and Construction Exposition 2026 (WORLDBEX), joining distinguished leaders from government, business, and the design and construction sectors.

Held from March 12–15, 2026 at the World Trade Center Metro Manila and the SMX Convention Center Manila, WORLDBEX continues to stand as the country’s premier platform for innovation, collaboration, and progress in the fields of architecture, engineering, and construction. The exposition brings together leading developers, architects, industry experts, and partners from both the public and private sectors committed to shaping the future of our built environment.

It was a privilege to engage with fellow public servants, industry stakeholders, and honored guests who share a common vision of building resilient infrastructure, sustainable communities, and a stronger Philippines.

Congratulations to the organizers, partners, and participants for another successful opening ceremony of this landmark exposition most especially to the WSI Founding Chairman Mr. Joseph Ang whose leadership and vision continue to drive WORLDBEX as a vital platform that brings together the best minds and innovations shaping the country’s design and construction industry.

Sa aking kaibigan, Mayor Bebot - maraming salamat sa pagkakaibigan, sa tiwala, at sa halimbawa ng tunay na serbisyo. Hindi ka namin malilimutan.

Rest in peace, Mayor Eliordo "Bebot" Ogena.

Distribution ng BHW & BNS Kits naman ang ating isinagawa sa aking distrito - ang mga bayan ng Koronadal, Tantangan at Banga. Nilalaman ng ating mga Health Kits ang Digital Blood Pressure Device at Pulse Oximeter upang magkaroon ang ating mga Barangay Health Workers at Barangay Nutrition Scholars ng kagamitan sa kanilang pagseserbisyo sa ating mga kababayan.

Sa kabuuan ay nakapagbigay po tayo ng 137 Health Kits sa Tantangan, 287 Health Kits sa Banga at 264 Health Kits naman sa Koronadal.

2nd Batch of wheel chair distribution, 2nd District , South Cotabato. #tripnidinad, #tatakdinand, #tapatsasalitatapatsagawa, #koronadalcity, #tantangan, banga