12/10/2026
🏆🧠 DTI Misamis Occidental Celebrates Young Consumer Champions! 🧡
In celebration of Consumer Welfare Month 2026, with the theme “Safe Products, Confident Consumers,” the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) – Misamis Occidental successfully conducted the 2026 Provincial Consumer Quiz Bowl on October 10, 2026, at Costa Del Sol Resort Hotel, Oroquieta City, Misamis Occidental.
The competition brought together twenty-four (24) bright and talented students who showcased their knowledge of consumer rights and responsibilities, the Consumer Act of the Philippines, product safety standards, and consumer protection laws. The activity highlighted the importance of consumer education in developing a generation of informed, responsible, and empowered consumers. 🌟
🎉 Congratulations to our Provincial Consumer Quiz Bowl Winners!
🥇 1st Place: Leo M. Tagaylo
🏫 Montol National High School
👩🏫 Coach: Clarimie M. Araniego
🥈 2nd Place: Tish Joem C. Sobrevega
🏫 Ozamiz City National High School
👨🏫 Coach: Jophil Q. Arañas
🥉 3rd Place: Khim Yeshya J. Cabanes
🏫 Talairon National High School
👩🏫 Coach: Joana Cristel A. Lumimot
👏 Congratulations to all our winners, coaches, participating schools, and everyone who contributed to the success of this meaningful activity!
🧡 DTI Misamis Occidental extends its heartfelt gratitude to the Department of Education (DepEd) for its invaluable partnership in advancing consumer education and promoting awareness of the Consumer Act of the Philippines (Republic Act No. 7394) among learners. Through this collaboration, we help equip young people with the knowledge and skills they need to recognize their rights, fulfill their responsibilities, and make informed purchasing decisions.
🧡 Our sincere appreciation also goes to the Provincial Local Government Unit (PLGU) of Misamis Occidental headed by our hardworking Governor Henry S. Oaminal for its continued support of DTI's consumer protection and education initiatives.
Together, let us continue to educate, protect, and empower consumers—because a knowledgeable consumer is a protected consumer! 🧡🛍️