*  *  *  Governor Victor Ortega and Mayor Mary Jane Ortega, officers and staff of Rang-ay Bank led by Chairperson Eufrosina Nisce and Rang-ay President Ives Nisce, co-workers in the banking sector and colleagues from the government sector, distinguished guests, ladies and gentlemen: Naimbag nga malem ‘yo amin (Good afternoon)!
I am indeed honored to be among the witnesses of this momentous occasion. Thank you for this privilege of being with you in celebrating your 50th anniversary. Today, we all are witnesses to the realization of your founders’ vision 50 years ago. And it is certainly one exhilarating experience.