‘Barefoot’ general is new PMA superintendent

The Philippine Military Academy received its new superintendent, Army Maj. Gen. Michael Logico, on Wednesday during turnover rites with the retirement of Navy Vice Admiral Caesar Bernard Valencia. | PHOTO: Wikimedia Commons / Ramiltibayan BAGUIO CITY — The Philippine Military Academy received its new superintendent on Wednesday during turnover rites with the retirement of Navy Vice Admiral Caesar Bernard Valencia. Valencia, a member of PMA “Bigkis Lahi” Class of 1990, had served as superintendent since June 20, 2024. His military career spans 40 years and three months, said Navy Lt Commander Jesse Nestor Saludo Jr, PMA spokesman. Army Maj. Gen. Michael Logico is a military celebrity not just for his staunch defense of the West Philippine Sea against China but also for promoting physical fitness and non-traditional barefoot running or natural running, which earned him the nickname “Barefoot Colonel,” according to various news accounts. Article continues after this advertisement READ: AFP cyber chief warns of rising threats linked to West PH Sea Logico is a member of PMA “Maalab” Class of 1993 and has served as commander of the Army’s Training Command. It was under Valencia’s watch when the PMA overhauled its roadmap and curriculum under the instructions of President Marcos Jr. and Defense Secretary Gilbert Teodoro to develop modern officers who are equipped to handle 21st-century threats like cyberterrorism./coa Your subscription could not be saved. Please try again. Your subscription has been successful.