CEBU City is officially becoming a city that never sleeps when it comes to government services.
On Monday, March 2, 2026, Mayor Nestor Archival signed a deal to launch the "Mayor of the Night," a 24/7 service hub designed to help graveyard-shift workers finish their paperwork without losing sleep or a day's pay.
The new center is specifically built for the thousands of Business Process Outsourcing (BPO) employees and other night-shift workers who usually find government offices closed during their waking hours.
Your favorite agencies, all night long
Ten major national agencies have already committed to placing staff at the hub. This means you won’t have to wait until morning to handle your benefits or IDs. Participating offices include:
* Financial & Health: SSS, Pag-IBIG, and PhilHealth.
* Identification & Clearances: NBI, PSA (Birth Certificates), and PRC.
* Transport & Labor: LTO, DOLE, and the Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR).
* Security & Mail: Cebu City Police and PhilPost.
Archival explained that while the national agencies will pay their own staff, the Cebu City Government will provide the team to manage and oversee the entire facility.
Located where the action is
The hub will be conveniently located at Cebu Exchange, right across from the Cebu IT Park. The city has already finalized the lease agreement for the space.
“This is about bringing government services closer to the people, especially those who cannot transact during regular office hours,” Mayor Archival said. He noted that the building is ready, and they are now just waiting for the furniture and interior setup to be finished.
When does it open?
The target opening date is set for the second week of March. Vice Mayor Tomas Osmeña is currently overseeing the final preparations to ensure everything runs smoothly.
Leaders from major BPO companies, such as TechMahindra, Concentrix, and Shearwater Health, attended the signing to show their support. They believe this move will make life much easier for their employees, who will no longer need to take a leave of absence just to renew a license or check their contributions.
Why this matters
For years, the "8-to-5" government schedule has been a hurdle for the city’s nighttime workforce. By staying open 24/7, Cebu City is making sure that essential public services are accessible to everyone, no matter what time their shift starts. (CAV)