ZAMBOANGA CITY - At least 30 suspected drug pushers, users and couriers have voluntarily surrendered to police and barangay officials of Recodo, just days before President-elect Rodrigo Duterte assumes office.

They voluntarily signed a memorandum of agreement and vowed to start a new life.

The police, on the other hand, promised that the suspects will not be put behind bars. Instead, they will be given livelihood assistance.

Recodo is listed as the number one source of narcotics in Zamboanga City.