Title
Supreme Court
Creation of Dianaton Municipality, Lanao del Sur
Law
Republic Act No. 4790
Decision Date
Jun 18, 1966
Republic Act No. 4790 established the Municipality of Dianaton in Lanao del Sur, separating certain barrios from other municipalities and designating Togaig as the seat of government.

Law Summary

Election of Municipal Officials

  • The first set of municipal officials including the mayor, vice mayor, and councilors are to be elected during the general local elections of 1967.
  • This provision ensures the democratic selection of the initial leaders of the newly created municipality.

Effectivity of the Act

  • The Act takes effect immediately upon its approval.
  • This ensures that the creation of the municipality and the organization of its government are legally binding and operative from the date of approval.
  • Approved on June 18, 1966.

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