More Electric and Power Corporation (MORE Power) has committed to provide stable and reliable electricity service during the conduct of the May 12 midterm polls in Iloilo City.

The power distributor recently signed a memorandum of agreement (COMELEC) with the Commission on Elections (COMELEC) to “ensure a smooth and credible” elections next month.

The MOA outlines the responsibilities of both parties.

MORE Power will “ensure the reliability of its distribution system, conduct preventative maintenance, and provide technical support to election centers.”

“We want to make sure that the electricity before, during, and after the elections is of unquestionable service,” said Roel Castro, MORE Power president and CEO.

Specifically, MORE Power will be conducting thorough inspections and maintenance on its power lines and equipment.

“We want to make sure that everything within our control, which is from the breaker all the way to the sub-transmission line, will all be ready, that we won’t have any question pagdating nang election,” said Castro.

The power firm will also provide dedicated support to COMELEC officials, with a representative stationed at COMELEC offices on Election Day.

“Over and above that, to give confidence to the election officer and the people involved during the election, we actually would make sure that we will really be accessible and reachable at any time before, during, and before mag declare ng result, kasi alam ko pag magkaroon ng problema sa kuryente, ang unang tatawagin ay kami,” Castro explained.

The election board, on the other hand, will focus on disseminating information about voter rights and election schedules while promoting electoral accountability and empowering voters to participate effectively.

Lawyer Dennis Ausan, COMELEC-6 regional director, expressed his gratitude for the partnership, highlighting the shared commitment to ensuring a fair and transparent election.

“We really take this by heart, as what sir Roel explained to all of us. You gave us full confidence. Those statements of confidence are what we need as we perform our mandates,” he said.

“This could go a long way. We started three years ago. And I’m looking forward to many more years even for our partnership because we have a common advocacy,” Ausand further said.IMT