Today, the National Irrigation Administration (NIA) Region VIII joins the Nationwide Simultaneous Tree Planting Activity with the theme “Luntiang Kagubatan, Matatag na Irigasyon,” in celebration of the 62nd Founding Anniversary of NIA at Hibulangan SRIP, Villaba, Leyte.

This initiative is both timely and significant, especially for the Hibulangan SRIP, which is on its way to becoming an operational irrigation system.

As part of NIA’s commitment to environmental conservation, may this serve as a powerful reminder of our responsibility to care for and to work in harmony with nature.

The National Irrigation Administration (NIA) Region VIII recently held the four-day Sportsfest 2025 as part of the 62nd NIA Anniversary celebration at the NIA Regional Office, Marasbaras, Tacloban City, from April 29-May 2, 2025.

This annual event aims to showcase the talents and competitive spirit of every NIAns in Eastern Visayas while fostering camaraderie, teamwork, and sportsmanship.
“Kahit ikaw man ang naglaro o sumusuporta mula sa gilid, bawat isa sa atin ay may mahalagang papel sa aktibidad na ito. Ipagdiwang natin ang ating mga panalo, at ipagpatuloy ang pagkakaibigang nabuo”, RM De Jesus emphasized in his message.

Tacloban City—July 7, 2025—The National Irrigation Administration (NIA) Region VIII was recognized as one of the Outstanding Partners in Development during the Pasidungog - 127th Founding Anniversary celebration of the Department of Agriculture (DA) Field Office 8, held at the People’s Center & Library in Tacloban City, Leyte.

Engr. Jaime C. De Jesus received the Plaque of Recognition on behalf of NIA. The award was presented by DA Regional Executive Director Andrew Rodolfo T. Orais, DVM, together with Regional Technical Director for Research and Regulations Jenny Lyn R. Almeria, PhD, and Regional Technical Director for Operations Director Larry U. Sultan, JD.

The NIA-CPES Implementing Unit recently concluded the Constructors Performance Evaluation System (CPES) assessment of 10 contracts administered by the Biliran–Leyte del Norte–Leyte del Sur IMO under NIA Region VIII. The evaluation was conducted from June 29 to July 5, 2025.

The CPES aims to assess the performance of contractors and ensure that project implementation aligns with NIA standards and timelines. This initiative reinforces NIA’s commitment to quality and accountability in irrigation development.

To achieve this goal, the National Irrigation Administration Region VIII conducted a Training Workshop on Bathymetric Survey last July 1-4, 2025. Experts from the NIA Central Office, Mr. Robin A. Espiña and Leo E. Ducut led the conduct of the training.

The activity was designed to provide hands on training in operating Bathymetric Survey Equipment and Data Colletion Methods to Geodetic Engineers and the Survey Team of NIA Region VIII.

Las Navas, Northern Samar — Noong Hulyo 4, 2025, nakiisa ang Northern Samar Irrigation Management Office (NSIMO) sa taunang “Nationwide Simultaneous Tree Planting” ng National Irrigation Administration (NIA) na ginanap sa Hagbay Dam, Barangay Sta. Fe, Las Navas, Northern Samar.

Kabilang sa mga lumahok ang buong hanay ng Northern Samar IMO at ang Irrigators Association ng Barangay Sta. Fe. Ang aktibidad ay isinagawa bilang bahagi ng mandato ng NIA sa pangangalaga sa kapaligiran at pagpapatibay ng mga irrigation system sa bansa.

The National Irrigation Administration–Northern Samar Irrigation Management Office (NIA–NSIMO) successfully conducted the KADIWA ng Pangulo sa NIA on July 10, 2025, at Capitol Site, Brgy. Dalakit, Catarman, Northern Samar.

The KADIWA showcased a variety of fresh crops from various irrigators associations in the province. Some of the products sold were vegetables, fruits, root crops, native delicacies, and other local produce offered at affordable prices.

The National Irrigation Administration – Northern Samar Irrigation Management Office (NIA-NSIMO) recently held a Contractors' Forum at the NIA-NSIMO conference room in Dalakit, Catarman, Northern Samar.

The event is attended by representatives from the different construction firms along with NIA engineers, and stakeholders involved in the province’s irrigation development.

 Joining virtually were Engineering and Operations Division Manager, Engr. Jojo A. Arceño, and Construction Management Section Chief, Engr. Nelton N. Solite.

SULAT, EASTERN SAMAR — NIA Eastern Western Samar Irrigation Management Office (EWSIMO) joined the nationwide simultaneous tree planting activity on July 4, 2025, in celebration of the 62nd Anniversary of the National Irrigation Administration (NIA). The activity was held at the Sulat Dam, Sulat, Eastern Samar, and led by Acting Manager Engr. Rizalina B. Gallarde.

July 30, 2025 | Brgy. Dalakit, Catarman, Northern Samar – The National Irrigation Administration – Northern Samar Irrigation Management Office (NIA-NSIMO) holds the Irrigation Management Transfer (IMT) Contract Signing at the NIA-NSIMO Conference Room.