Naga City Mayor and former Vice President Leni Robredo has formally implemented a “No Gift Policy” across all offices of the Naga City Government as part of her administration’s push for clean and transparent governance.
In a Facebook post on Monday, October 27, Robredo shared the report on the rollout of the new policy, which is anchored on Executive Order No. 58, series of 2025.
“All offices of the city government will soon be displaying ‘No Gift Policy’ posters in their entrances and public areas, following Mayor Leni Robredo’s issuance of Executive Order No. 58, which institutionalizes a comprehensive prohibition on the giving and receiving of gifts in any form,” the post read.
Under the directive, city officials and employees are strictly prohibited from soliciting or accepting any form of gift, favor, loan, service, entertainment, or monetary benefit from individuals or entities in connection with their official functions.
“Accordingly, officials and employees of the City Government shall not solicit or accept, directly or indirectly, any gift, gratuity, favor, entertainment, loan, discount, service, or anything of monetary value from any individual or entity by reason of office, in the course of official duties, or in connection with any operation, regulation or transaction affected by their functions […]” states Executive Order No. 58.
The policy applies to all city officials and employees, whether elected or appointed, permanent or temporary, coterminous, casual, contractual, or job order — including those under local economic enterprises, special bodies, and project units.
Violators of the order will face administrative and criminal penalties, depending on the gravity of the offense.
“Any violation of this Executive Order shall subject the offender to administrative penalties under Civil Service rules (reprimand, suspension, or dismissal); criminal prosecution under RA 3019, RA 6713, PD 46, and related laws; and/or forfeiture or recovery of any prohibited gift or benefit,” the EO further stated.
Robredo’s move is seen as part of her broader campaign to reinforce ethical governance and public accountability within the Naga City Government.