Then DILG Cebu City Director and current Cebu Provincial Director Atty. Ian Kenneth B. Lucero for having been named as a national finalist for the most coveted Dangal ng Kagawaran of the CapDev ACE awards.

Lucero bested other nominees across the country and joined two other finalists from Lanao Del Norte and DILG-6.

Dangal ng Kagawaran (People’s Choice) is conferred to an individual for performance of an extraordinary act or public service and consistent demonstration of exemplary ethical behavior, and/or an outstanding contribution resulting from an idea or performance that directly benefited the LGRRC or the community.

Last year, Lucero was the national winner for Dangal ng Kagawaran. His efforts also propelled DILG Cebu City to the national awards as a finalist for “Bugkos ng Bayan (Most Outstanding Highly Urbanized city) in 2021. Also under his stint, DILG Cebu City has finally bagged this year’s Bugkos ng Bayan award.

CapDev ACE recognizes DILG employees and Local Government Regional Resource Centers that have displayed outstanding performance in the delivery of programs, projects, and activities. It honors exceptional contributions of people and teams, creating a positive effect on fellow employees, the organization, and the community.