19/01/2026
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Provincial Grand Lodge of Manila Presides Over Historic Initiation Rite Ceremony for Philippine Carabao Lodge No. 1
LIPA CITY, BATANGAS — The Royal Antediluvian Order of Buffaloes (RAOB) Philippine Carabao Lodge No. 1 successfully inducted its newest 10 members in a solemn and grand ceremony held at Rico Private Resort, Lipa City. The event was a significant display of fraternal unity, hosted by RAOB Batangas Brahman Lodge No. 4.
Preside by Philippine Carabao Lodge No. 1 by PGP Worthy Primo Rupert Corpuz CP, PGSec
City Marshall Nico Ortega CP.
Members Lodge 1:
Buff Rico Cario C.P
Buff Mark Kenneth Gonzales
Buff Marvin Arevalo
Buff Jose Magnofortuna
Buff Kris Aquino
Buff Henry Holmes
Buff Reece Tan
Buff JP Zamora
Buff Jhayem
Buff Jerome
Buff Angel Oliver
The ceremony was distinguished by the attendance of the high-ranking officers of the Provincial Grand Lodge of Manila, led by Provincial Grand Primo Buff Rupert Corpuz C.P. Joining him were Buff Nico Ortega C.P. (Provincial Grand Secretary), Buff Aaron Reodique C.P. (Provincial Grand Alderman of Benevolence), Buff El David C.P. (Provincial Grand Constable), and Buff Efren Escovido C.P. (Provincial Grand Steward).
Their presence highlighted the Lodge's commitment to the RAOB’s core tenets: Justice, Truth, and Philanthropy. Under the watchful guidance of the Provincial Grand Lodge of Manila and the Grand Lodge of Victoria GLE RAOB, the new initiates were reminded of their duty to serve the community and uphold the honorable traditions of the Order.
"The growth of the Philippine Carabao Lodge No. 1 is a reflection of our enduring commitment to the principles of 'Buffaloism' in the Philippines," the Lodge leadership noted. "With the support of our Provincial Grand Lodge officers, we are better equipped than ever to carry out our charitable missions."
The RAOB continues to be a beacon of brotherhood and benevolence, fostering strong ties between its members and the communities they serve.
RAOB Manila Provincial Grand Lodge
RAOB Grand Lodge of the Philippines