23/02/2026
With all due respect, I believe there is a proper way to recognize guests who are not members. As members of Alpha Kappa Rho, we must always seek guidance and advice from our fellow officers, members, and advisers before taking any action that involves our organization. One wrong move can create a significant impact on our brotherhood, and I would never want that to happen to us.
We must be mindful of our actions because Alpha Kappa Rho is not just about fraternity — it represents our dignity, integrity, and duty. Everything we do reflects on the entire organization.
I believe that AKP – Cagayan de Oro Grand Council only intended to acknowledge Riza Hontiveros on behalf of PNP Cagayan in this matter. However, we must also uphold and remember the proper use of our official logo.
Our logo should only be worn by legitimate members of Alpha Kappa Rho. For non-members, the word “GUEST” should be clearly placed at the center of the logo to properly distinguish them as guests and not official members. This ensures clarity, respect, and protection of our organization’s identity.
Furthermore, before drawing conclusions, we must first know the truth about this matter — whether the CDO Grand Council recognized Riza as an honorary member or simply as a guest. We respectfully request clarification from our co-officers of the CDO Grand Council for a clear and truthful explanation.
With that being said, I also ask our fellow members to refrain from spreading misinformation. Let us wait for verified facts and proper clarification before making statements, as we may not yet know the full details of the situation.
DM Gualvez
NGC - General Secretary
Thank you, and Long Live🤟
