Cotabato State University - USC Judicial Court

𝐅𝐈𝐑𝐒𝐓 𝐂𝐎𝐔𝐑𝐓 𝐌𝐄𝐄𝐓𝐈𝐍𝐆⚖️

The Judicial Court of the University Student Council officially commenced its first court meeting for Academic Year 2026–2027 under the leadership of Chief Justice Janelle Meigh Gayo, alongside Hon. Joeace Quitorio (CBPA Associate Justice), Hon. Abduljabbar Mantil (CIS Associate Justice), Hon. Fihir Mamintal (CFO Associate Justice), Hon. Sheryl Agustin (CAFI Associate Justice), and Hon. Farizzah Usop (CAS Associate Justice).

The Court also welcomed its newly appointed clerks, Wilbert James Prado as the new Executive Clerk of Court, Veronica Gangano as Clerk of Court Records, Pollie Mangacop Clerk of Court Communication, and Ela Cedeño Clerk of Court Treasurer, whose service will contribute to the efficient administration of the Court.

As plans were laid, responsibilities entrusted, and a common vision established, the meeting signified more than the opening of a new semester—it marked the beginning of a renewed Judicial Branch committed to growth, professionalism, and meaningful service. The foundation has been set, and the work of building a stronger Court now begins.

𝐅𝐨𝐫 𝐓𝐑𝐔𝐓𝐇 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐉𝐔𝐒𝐓𝐈𝐂𝐄!

𝗛𝗢𝗡𝗢𝗥𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗢𝗨𝗥 𝗚𝗥𝗔𝗗𝗨𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗝𝗨𝗗𝗜𝗖𝗜𝗔𝗟 𝗕𝗥𝗔𝗡𝗖𝗛 𝗢𝗙𝗙𝗜𝗖𝗘𝗥𝗦, 𝗕𝗔𝗧𝗖𝗛 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱–𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲 ⚖️🎓

With pride and gratitude, we celebrate the graduating officers of the Judicial Branch whose service has been marked by integrity, dedication, and principled leadership. Your commitment to fairness and justice has strengthened our student governance and left a meaningful impact on the university community.

As you turn your tassels and embrace new beginnings, may you continue to lead with wisdom, courage, and compassion wherever life takes you. Congratulations on this remarkable achievement!

𝐅𝐨𝐫 𝐓𝐑𝐔𝐓𝐇 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐉𝐔𝐒𝐓𝐈𝐂𝐄!

"𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐂𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐜𝐢𝐥 𝐨𝐟 𝐓𝐫𝐮𝐬𝐭 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐉𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐞, 𝐁𝐘 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐬𝐭𝐮𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬, 𝐅𝐎𝐑 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐬𝐭𝐮𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬!"

‎‎𝐅𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐮𝐥𝐭 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐅𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐚𝐥 𝐈𝐧𝐯𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐠𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐢𝐧 𝐂𝐚𝐬𝐞 𝐍𝐨. 𝐉𝐂-𝟐𝟔-𝐓𝐏-𝟏 -- 𝐀𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐠𝐞𝐝𝐥𝐲 𝐌𝐢𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐅𝐮𝐧𝐝𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐔𝐧𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐒𝐭𝐮𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐂𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐜𝐢𝐥
Upholding Accountability, Due Process, and Fairness

The Cotabato State University University Student Council -- Judicial Court, acting as the Judicial Branch under Article XII, Sections 2(g) and 3 of the Constitution and By-Laws (CBL) of the Judicial Branch, hereby releases the result of the formal investigation in Case No. JC-26-TP-1.

The case started from a formal investigation conducted by the Oversight Committee regarding the reported issue of allegedly missing funds amounting to Php 27,000.00. The investigation found that the financial deficit was covered out of pocket by the proponents of the programs. After this finding, the matter was endorsed to the Judicial Court for resolution.
The Judicial Court then requested the Commission on Audit (COA) to conduct an independent review and validation of the financial records of the University Student Council.

The COA confirmed that all financial documents were properly verified and that the questioned amount had been fully covered out of pocket by the proponents of the programs, thereby settling the financial issue.
The COA further confirmed that there was no misappropriation, illegal use, or missing funds involving the concerned officers, and that the financial matter is already closed.

However, even if the financial issue is closed, the Court finds that the case involves a separate issue of gross negligence in duty and failure to properly perform official responsibilities, pursuant to Article XII, Sections 2(g) and 3 of the Constitution and By-Laws (CBL) of the Judicial Branch, which vests the Judicial Court with authority to hear, try, and decide disciplinary cases involving officers of the University Student Council.

After deliberation and voting, the motion for termination was approved by the majority, with one (1) Associate Justice voting for suspension and five (5) Associate Justices voting for termination from office.

As a result, the respondents were found liable for gross negligence of duty and are hereby terminated from office effective immediately, and are disqualified from holding any position in the University Student Council (USC), Local Student Council (LSC), and any recognized student organization within Cotabato State University for the 2nd semester of Academic Year 2025-2026.

This formal investigation reflects the Judicial Court’s commitment to fairness, due process, and accountability under the Constitution.

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𝐅𝐨𝐫 𝐓𝐑𝐔𝐓𝐇 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐉𝐔𝐒𝐓𝐈𝐂𝐄!

"𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐂𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐜𝐢𝐥 𝐨𝐟 𝐓𝐫𝐮𝐬𝐭 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐉𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐞, 𝐁𝐘 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐬𝐭𝐮𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬, 𝐅𝐎𝐑 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐬𝐭𝐮𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬!"

‎‎𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗝𝗨𝗗𝗜𝗖𝗜𝗔𝗟 𝗕𝗥𝗔𝗡𝗖𝗛: 𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗚𝗔𝗩𝗘𝗟’𝗦 𝗙𝗜𝗡𝗔𝗟 𝗖𝗟𝗢𝗦𝗨𝗥𝗘 ⚖️
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‎As the gavel delivers its final sound for School Year 2025–2026, the Judicial Branch holds its concluding special meeting, marking the close of a meaningful year of service, discipline, and commitment to truth and justice.
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‎The session was presided over by Chief Justice Abdul Madjid T. Esmael, together with the six Associate Justices, Juhainie T. Samama (CTED), Angel D. Santiago (CETC), Johaira L. Abdillah (CAS),Asnaira Abo (CAFi), Baby P. Guimba (CBPA), and Datu Horton A. Quituar (CFO), alongside the four Executive Court members Aira Lyn D. Dimarao, Baileyna A. Talipasan, L*z Alezzon C. Delos Reyes, and Allen Arcos.

Also present were the newly endorsed Associate Justices, who formally joined the bench during this closing session: Janelle Meigh P. Gayo (CTED), Jeace A. Quitorio (CBPA), Farizzah S. Usop (CAS), Sheryl C. Agustin (CAFi), Fihir A. Mamintal (CFO), and Abduljabbat T. Mantil (CIS).
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‎A closing that signifies not an end, but the continuity of responsibility, integrity, and judicial excellence.

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𝐅𝐨𝐫 𝐓𝐑𝐔𝐓𝐇 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐉𝐔𝐒𝐓𝐈𝐂𝐄!

"𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐂𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐜𝐢𝐥 𝐨𝐟 𝐓𝐫𝐮𝐬𝐭 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐉𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐞, 𝐁𝐘 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐬𝐭𝐮𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬, 𝐅𝐎𝐑 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐬𝐭𝐮𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬!"

‎𝗚𝗮𝘄𝗮𝗱 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗮𝗹 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲 ⚖️

USC–Judicial Branch proudly joins the celebration of leadership, excellence, and dedicated service during this year’s Gawad Parangal. A meaningful celebration of recognition for student leaders and organizations who continuously serve with commitment and purpose.
Congratulations to all awardees and fellow student leaders.

For Truth and Justice.

𝐅𝐨𝐫 𝐓𝐑𝐔𝐓𝐇 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐉𝐔𝐒𝐓𝐈𝐂𝐄!

"𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐂𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐜𝐢𝐥 𝐨𝐟 𝐓𝐫𝐮𝐬𝐭 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐉𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐞, 𝐁𝐘 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐬𝐭𝐮𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬, 𝐅𝐎𝐑 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐬𝐭𝐮𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬!"