Title
Creation of Opol Municipality, Misamis Oriental
Law
Republic Act No. 524
Decision Date
Jun 15, 1950
A law enacted in 1950 establishes the municipality of Opol in Misamis Oriental, separating it from the municipality of Cagayan and appointing its first set of officials.

Q&A (Republic Act No. 524)

The title is "An Act Creating the Municipality of Opol, Province of Misamis Oriental."

The barrios of Opol, Igpit, and Lower Iponan in the municipality of Cagayan, Province of Misamis Oriental, were separated.

They were originally part of the municipality of Cagayan, Province of Misamis Oriental.

The present barrio of Opol is established as the seat of the government.

The President of the Philippines shall appoint the first mayor, vice-mayor, and councilors of the new municipality.

They hold office until their successors shall have been elected and have qualified.

It took effect upon its approval on June 15, 1950.

The positions are mayor, vice-mayor, and councilors.

It was enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the Philippines in Congress assembled.

Subsequent officials shall be elected and must qualify for their positions.


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