NHA grants condo unit to family of late Ateneo cager Baterbonia

The National Housing Authority (NHA) has granted a condominium unit to the family of late Ateneo rookie basketball player Rene Baterbonia. According to Agusan del Sur Governor Santiago Cane Jr., the unit is located at Madayaw Residences in Davao City following a directive from NHA General Manager Joeben Tai.

Governor Cane announced the housing assistance via a social media post. He stated that NHA Region 13 representatives are expected to visit the Baterbonia family on Friday to formally inform them of the grant.

Where is the housing assistance located?

The NHA will award the family a unit at Madayaw Residences. The complex is situated along Sierra Madre Road in Bangkal, Davao City, according to the agency.

Did You Know? Ateneo de Davao has offered scholarships to all six of Rene Baterbonia’s siblings.

What other support has the Baterbonia family received?

Beyond the housing grant, the family is receiving educational support. Ateneo de Davao provided scholarships to Baterbonia’s six siblings.

Baterbonia was laid to rest on the morning of Wednesday, June 24, 2026, in his hometown of Talacogon, Agusan del Sur.

Expert Insight: Samantha Carter notes that the combination of permanent housing in a city center and educational scholarships for all surviving siblings suggests a coordinated effort to provide long-term socioeconomic stability for the family following their loss.

What may happen next?

NHA Region 13 representatives may finalize the coordination of the grant during their scheduled Friday visit. The family could then begin the process of transitioning to the Madayaw Residences unit in Davao City.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Who directed the granting of the condo unit?
NHA General Manager Joeben Tai issued the directive for the housing grant.

Where was Rene Baterbonia buried?
He was laid to rest in Talacogon, Agusan del Sur.

How many siblings of Rene Baterbonia received scholarships?
All six of his siblings were offered scholarships by Ateneo de Davao.

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