PRESS STATEMENT: Davao Light has FULL Authority to Operate THE ENTIRE Davao del Norte; Warns against unauthorized activities

Davao Light and Power Company, Inc. (Davao Light) urges the public to disregard false or misleading information circulating online, and among communities, concerning its operations in the entire province of  Davao del Norte.

Davao Light’s authority to operate in these areas is anchored on Republic Act No. 12144, which expanded its franchise coverage to the Provinces of Davao del Norte and Davao de Oro. THIS LAW HAS BEEN UPHELD BY THE SUPREME COURT. 

In addition, the Regional Trial Court (RTC) of Tagum City, Branch 2, issued a Writ of Possession covering the City of Tagum and the municipalities of Asuncion, Kapalong, New Corella, Sawata, and Talaingod, allowing Davao Light to lawfully operate and manage electric distribution services in accordance with law. The RTC of Panabo City, Branch 4, likewise issued a Writ of Possession covering the Island Garden City of Samal.

With these legal bases, Davao Light is now responsible for the full operation of the electric distribution system within its franchise area, including maintenance, customer service, billing, and collection.

Davao Light reminds the public that:

ANY PERSON OR GROUP WITHOUT PROPER AUTHORITY WHO CONDUCTS OPERATIONS, BILLING, COLLECTION, OR DISCONNECTION ACTIVITIES IS ACTING ILLEGALLY AND MAY BE SUBJECT TO LEGAL ACTION.

We encourage customers and communities to remain vigilant and cautious when dealing with individuals claiming to represent an electric utility.

For safety and protection, the public is advised to:

• Always ask for proper identification and authorization

• Deal only with official Davao Light personnel

• Report any suspicious or unauthorized activities immediately through the official channels of Davao Light or the Police

Davao Light remains committed to providing safe, reliable, and efficient electric service while fully complying with the law and court order.