NIA Eastern Visayas

“Let us move forward together, NIAns of Eastern Visayas.”

Guided by our core values - Integrity, Commitment, Professionalism, Innovation, and Excellence, we strive for a better future for our farmers and for our country as a whole.

Padayon, Rehiyon Otso!


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PRESS RELEASE: NIA Achieves Outstanding Corporate Governance Rating for the First Time Since 2015

The National Irrigation Administration (NIA) earned its first Outstanding rating in the CY 2024 Corporate Governance Scorecard (CGS). NIA's score improved from 89.98% (Excellent) to an adjusted rating of 91.15% (Outstanding), the highest rating given by the GCG.

The milestone reflects NIA’s commitment to transparency, accountability, good governance, and reforms under the leadership of Administrator Eddie G. Guillen and the NIA Board of Directors. It reinforces the Agency’s dedication to efficient irrigation services and sustainable agriculture.

CGS is a tool devised by GCG to measure the performance of all GOCCs based on Stakeholder Relationships (15%), Disclosure and Transparency (35%), and Responsibilities of the Board (50%). It is different from the Performance Scorecard which is a tool that measures the performance of GOCCs based on unique criteria and parameters.

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NIA governance reforms show impact on the ground.

Read more at https://www.philstar.com/business/agriculture/2026/01/16/2501422/nia-governance-reforms-show-impact-ground?fbclid=IwY2xjawPW28tleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZA80Mzc2MjYzMTY5NzM3ODgAAR7GEJYeJ62hgS644b2FOpZWZhkf56EZk06dm-Cx3TiaypmS6kQ0bIun0JRsdA_aem__DZEPAv_OXumh2CGlvAVQA

NIA governance reforms show impact on the ground The National Irrigation Administration (NIA) has earned an “Excellent” rating on the Corporate Governance Scorecard (CGS) administered by the Governance Commission for GOCCs (GCG), marking its highest governance score since 2015.

A proud milestone for Eastern Visayas

The Hibulangan Small Reservoir Irrigation Project (Hibulangan SRIP) is the first completed impounding earthfill dam with canal networks in Eastern Visayas. This landmark project now provides a reliable water supply to rice farms in the towns of Villaba, Matagob, and Kananga—areas well known as major rice-producing communities in Leyte.

By ensuring year-round irrigation, the Hibulangan SRIP strengthens food security, boosts farmers’ productivity, and supports sustainable agricultural growth in the region.


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As an annual tradition of the agency, NIA Region VIII through the leadership of Regional Manager Engr. Jaime C. De Jesus, kicks off Ushering 2026, today, January 12, 2026 with the theme: Ready.Set.Flow! at the NIA Regional Office VIII Grounds.

NIAns across the region participated in the activity, by tying their commitments to the Ushering Wall with the colored ribbons that represents their goal for the year. Navy blue represents Efficiency, Royal blue for Resiliency, Aqua Blue for Energy, Light Blue for Gratitude, and White for Health.

This activity does not officially welcome the new year, it sets the tone for a year guided by strong leadership,united purpose and collective momentum, flowing forward together towards sustainable irrigation development for the farmers of Eastern Visayas.

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Ready. Set. Flow!
As we usher in 2026, we are reminded that true strength of NIA flows from dedication, resilience, and passion.

Let this year be driven by efficiency, resiliency, energy, and passion.


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NIA modernizes irrigation through digitalization and AI Today, the National Irrigation Administration (NIA) is undergoing a significant shift: from reactive, manual systems toward a more modern, data-driven model of irrigation management.

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For the first Saturday of 2026, try a small daily routine that can make a big difference.

Try this today:
Instead of picking-up your phone. Take 2 minutes this morning to plan your Top 3 priorities for today (e.g. tidy the bed, say a prayer, and water the plants).

Simple habits help reduce stress, improve focus, and create a sense of routine, especially at the start of a new year.


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𝐍𝐈𝐀 𝐦𝐨𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐧𝐢𝐳𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐢𝐫𝐫𝐢𝐠𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐠𝐡 𝐝𝐢𝐠𝐢𝐭𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐳𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐀𝐈

Read more at https://businessmirror.com.ph/2026/01/02/nia-modernizing-irrigation-through-digitalization-and-ai/

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NIA modernizing irrigation through digitalization and AI | BusinessMirror For decades, irrigation management in the Philippines has depended largely on manual monitoring, field inspections, and on-the-ground reporting – an approach that worked in more predictable times but has become increasingly strained in recent years by climate variability, aging infrastructure, and...

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𝗣𝗮𝗴𝗴𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝗮 𝘀𝗮 𝗔𝗿𝗮𝘄 𝗻𝗶 𝗥𝗶𝘇𝗮𝗹

Si Dr. Jose Rizal, ang ating Pambansang Bayani, ay nag-iwan ng matibay na halimbawa ng tapang, talino, at pagmamahal sa bayan, mga pagpapahalagang patuloy na nagbibigay‑diwa sa paglilingkod ng bawat institusyon.

Ngayon araw, nakikiisa ang National Irrigation Administration (NIA) sa paggunita sa kanyang buhay at mga prinsipyo. Sa pagpapatuloy ng aming tungkulin, kinikilala namin ang mahalagang papel ng ating mga bagong bayaning magsasaka at bawat Pilipinong patuloy na ipinaglalaban ang mga adhikain ni Rizal: ang pag-unlad ng pamayanan at kapakanan ng sambayanan.

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