The National Housing Authority (NHA) has awarded a condominium unit to the family of the late Ateneo rookie basketball player Rene Baterbonia. Following Baterbonia’s burial in Talacogon, Agusan del Sur, on June 24, 2026, the agency confirmed the grant of a unit at Madayaw Residences in Davao City. The move follows previous educational assistance provided by Ateneo de Davao for the athlete’s six siblings.
How the housing grant was finalized
The housing assistance was initiated under the directive of NHA General Manager Joeben Tai. According to Agusan del Sur Governor Santiago Cane Jr., the NHA reached out to his office to coordinate the transfer of the unit located at Madayaw Residences along Sierra Madre Road in Bangkal, Davao City. Governor Cane noted that representatives from NHA Region 13 are scheduled to meet with the Baterbonia family on Friday to formally communicate the details of the grant.
Why this assistance is significant
The provision of a condominium unit serves as a secondary layer of support for the Baterbonia family following the athlete’s death. This assistance complements the earlier offer from Ateneo de Davao, which extended scholarships to all six of Baterbonia’s siblings. By combining educational support with permanent housing, the aid package addresses both the immediate living needs of the family and the long-term educational requirements of his surviving siblings.
What may happen next
Following the scheduled visit from NHA Region 13 representatives on Friday, the family is likely to receive formal documentation regarding the occupancy of the Madayaw Residences unit. While the NHA has confirmed the grant, the timeline for the family’s transition to the Davao City property remains subject to the coordination process between the regional office and the relatives. Further announcements regarding the status of the siblings’ scholarships or additional support could be expected as the family settles the arrangements following the June 24 funeral.
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