To rallyists in Koronadal City, locals say "Go Home"

The people of South Cotabato are now urging protesters who gathered at the Regional Center in Koronadal City since Friday to go home.

These protesters, who are said to be farmers numbering 1,000-1,500 came from Sultan Kudarat, North Cotabato and Sarangani. There were also from parts of Region 10 and Region 11 and few from the town of Lake Sebu which is part of South Cotabato.

According to their leaders they flocked the City of Koronadal to demand rice from authorities as these people were heavily  affected by the drought caused by El Niño phenomenon.

Here are some of the reactions of South Cotabateños on the activities of these rallyists who occupied portions of the national highway resulting to the rerouting of traffic to Tampakan on Sunday, April 24, 2016 and causing delays and inconveniences to commuters and motorists going to and from General Santos City.

Meanwhile, here's the statement of Koronadal City Mayor Peter B. Miguel regarding the rally..