Eight years after it was last held, the Banig Festival of Badian, southern Cebu has been brought to life once again.

Colorful woven mats figured prominently in the newly revived Banig Festival last July 19.

After a parade around the town, the people gathered at the Badian National High School grounds for the contingents’ showdown.

With grace and precision, eight contingents showcased their talents through the dance steps that portray the making of banig or woven mats.

Tribu Patapoba emerged as champion in the street dancing and costume categories. The group was composed of residents from Barangays Poblacion, Taytay, Basak and Patong.

However, according to Badian Mayor Carmencita Lumain, the group will not be representing the town in the Pasigarbo sa Sugbo.

Tribu Magbabaol of Barangays Matutinao, Sulsugan, Sanlagan and Balhaan placed second in the street dancing category. Third place wen.....