LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES
OF P-NOY AS CHIEF EXECUTIVE BASED ON HIS SONA
“It is better to lead
from behind and to put others in front, especially when you celebrate victory
when nice things occur. You take the front line when there is danger. Then
people will appreciate your leadership. “—Nelson Mandela
This is the fourth State of the nation address
of the President of the Philippines, Benigno S. Aquino III. A man of whom we
did not expect to lead this Nation a few years back not until a series of
events occurred suddenly converting this man from being an ordinary senator to
the most powerful leader in the present age of the country. Many doubted his
capacity. Many expressed their cynical remarks when he declared to run for
presidency. Many skeptics exhumed stories from their inherited issues way back
in Tarlac. But nonetheless He responded to the call of the masses. A call that
is very rare of its kind. A call rooted in years of plight of our deprived
countrymen.
On the 22nd of July 2013, P-Noy as he
is dubbed right now, made his fourth SONA for his term as the chief executive. It
is very noticeable that he used different testimonies from different sectors of
the community to take part in his nation address. Testimonies of change
alleviating from a dark yesterday’s predicaments that resulted into the battle
cry of the less fortunate. This includes those people who are remarkably doing
an amazing act of loyalty for their rights. An example would be Mr. Nino
Aguirre, a Person with disability, who still casted his vote in-spite of his
physical condition, on the fourth floor of a building, perfect example of a
person willing to act for the better.
P-noy cited the initiatives of different people
from ordinary fields to take part on the said occasion. Those personas
showcased the initiative to make something different and to be a good model in
their respective fields of service. As his speech goes on, he showed statistics
that is for me, a good presentation of what happened after 2010. Inclusive
growths from here to there, left to right. And I quote: “Chance is just a seed; it should be poured with dedication,
determination, and efficiency”. He declared. From job to housing
developments to education and agriculture announcing our self-sufficiency in
rice and now exporting to foreign lands. He expressed his gladness to different
cabinet members who are working out for progress from the various sub-sector of
agriculture.
“If there is one issue my skeptics want to stick
on my name, it would be Hacienda Louissitta.” He uttered. According to him,
through Supreme Court, Land titles are ready to be distributed on September
this year. This is for the benefit of the farmers who live in the said vast
farm land. He talked about health developments and infrastructures that will
aid the Local Government Units to address that serious need for the different
far-flung barangays.
The multi-hazard mapping to technological advancements
approach on flooding was discussed. Waterways are inalienable he said. We
should genuinely seek to provide proper plans to address this problem. The
Department of Justice is now doing the process of suing all the private
properties and businesses located in those restricted and vulnerable areas in
Metro Manila.
I observe that the higher government is doing
all the possible solutions. Challenging the people to take part of the answer,
on every challenge that our state is facing; from the resiliency to typhoons,
floods and other natural phenomena to the community self monitoring. Housing
programs for the victims of the past typhoons are now on its toll. For the
policemen and the members of the armed forces, livelihood programs that will
seek to elevate their state of living. Giving them the prize for their
sacrifices, to be in the front line of defense. Pensions for the retired
personnel Is now a priority. Budget allotment for the pensions of AFP and PNP from P 54.48 billion of last
year to P 80.64 billion on 2016. This is a very remarkable figures show.
The president asserted that the GSIS has the capacity to fund all of these
concerns. He also said that the SSS pension scheme should be amended for it
resulted into various liabilities.
The ratio of the police men to firearms down to
the strict licensing, 400,000 houses were inspected this year to scrutinize the
licensing and validity. This is to deal with the election related violence. As
seen in the statistics, it is decreased last election period. This is because
of the united interest of all the public and private citizens aiming for safe
and peaceful elections. This is a SONA of those people who are sacrificing
their lives for other people and their vow to protect them. These are the
policemen who were applaud by the crowd during the president’s speech as he
asserted them in front of thousands in attendance and millions watching all
over the country.
P-Noy has hands on work for the Bangsamoro
Framework Agreement. He said that he is a
man of his word that what they have agreed with our Muslim brothers will be
duly complied and implemented. It is very noticeable that he goes from
coast to coast just to make his presence felt. And I find it a good habit for
him. He also declared that the DOST is now organizing a special group to
scrutinize the different suppliers of ammunition and defense equipment to
prevent overlooking and money loss for the armed forces.
The goal of the government for the informal
settlers is their rehabilitation that is a serious problem all over from the
past administration. They can barely find the solution of the growing
population of these people in the urban. And I find it really difficult to
address because of their pragmatic reasons. One huge issue today is the
“Responsible Parenthood Law” formerly the “Reproductive health bill” that is
still on the temporary restraining order of the Supreme Court, a very sensitive
issue that the president should be concerned at. It needs amendments so as to
give the remedy for the contrary.
In the world issues, it is noticeable that some
neighbors are focusing their funds on weapons of destruction which very anti-humanitarian. P-Noy cited that the Philippines is outlying from these
practices. Instead, we will focus our improved economy to the primary needs of
every household, of every family that makes a peaceful and better nation.
Infrastructures and superstructures are now on
their way to realization. It is observed from bridges to irrigation systems, from
tourism projects to airports. As a Tourism graduate, Tourism plays an important
role in our economy and in the society. It
is the living organism from which great income generates. It creates jobs and
opportunity to the Filipino people. Realistically, the Philippines is one
of the best in the world in terms of natural resources compared to other
country’s man-made attractions. We are blessed with abundant flora and fauna,
exquisite shores that can be a huge advantage in creating a program that would
fit in our country’s features. Without doubt, we are on the top list in the
world. Only our roads, bus and airport terminals should be given utmost
priority as the gateway to our country’s richness. P-Noy emphasized that
foreign and domestic tourist arrivals boomed in 2012 alone. Because of this
momentum, the Filipino people are faithful to reach much higher percentage on tourist
arrivals.
Significant safety concerns were dropped by the
international body for aviation safety. The European Union allowed our flag
carrier to have direct flights to Europe. This is because of the new policies
and developments in the aviation scheme of the country.
He reprimanded all the controversial government
agencies for their poor performance and corruption. Which is I believe just
right because we really can’t teach someone by shutting our mouth. They really
need to be exposed to the public and pay a price for their actions.
The Gross Domestic Products of the country have
gone to a dramatic growth of last year and continuing to this year’s first
quarter. The highest recorded GDP in Southeast and East Asia. That is why we
are called as the Rising Tiger and the Brightest Spark of several international
bodies and publications.
Good people in governance should do their part
to be the best so that many will follow and the president himself will showcase
them to the country. One good thing I also have noticed to his speech is that he mentioned the achievements and
contribution of other people for the state. To be the driving force of everyone
to follow what is right and just.
To conclude, it is not easy for a leader to rule
over the people. He needs the steering committee, skilled, honest and patriotic
comrades to join his mission. He doesn't need a person of mediocrity and
selfishness. We are obliged to be united for a great cause, to be the change we
wish to see in this world. I congratulate the president for being an honest and
a humble one. Aware of his limitations and gives credit to other people’s
initiative and accomplishments.
