The Cagayan de Oro City Police Office (COCPO) tightened security operations for the three-day Mindanao Business Conference while continuing preparations for the Higalaay Festival.

COCPO Spokesperson Major Emilita Simon stated that police units are deployed across various key sites, including hotels, conference venues, and local tourist spots where VIPs and guests are gathered.

Command personnel doubled security details over recent weeks to prevent untoward incidents and ensure a peaceful event.

Simon assured the public that comprehensive security arrangements are fully active across all festival and conference sites.