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Corruption in Bangsamoro Education Projects: Is Zia Adiong Now Part of the Problem?
A pressing question now echoes across the Bangsamoro region: Are education funds being used for schools—or something else entirely? Documents have recently surfaced online showing requests for over PHP 285 million worth of school building projects in the 1st District of Lanao del Sur for the year 2025. These documents, allegedly signed by Representative Ziaur-Rahman…
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EU Election Observer Visits PRO BAR to Bolster Credible 2025 Elections in Bangsamoro
Parang, Maguindanao del Norte – April 5, 2025 — In a move to reinforce efforts for a fair and peaceful electoral process, Mr. Rikardo Marelic, Liaison Officer of the European Union Election Observation Mission (EU EOM), paid a courtesy visit to Police Regional Office – Bangsamoro Autonomous Region (PRO BAR) Regional Director PBGEN Romeo J.…
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Two Arrested in Separate Drug Buy-Bust Operations in Cotabato City
Cotabato City — Authorities arrested two individuals in separate anti-illegal drug buy-bust operations conducted on April 9, 2025, as part of the intensified campaign against illegal drugs in the city. The first operation took place at around 2:20 p.m. in Purok Abedin, Mother Barangay Kalanganan. Personnel from Police Station 4 – Cotabato City Police Office…
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PH, US Marines Showcase Joint Strength in MAREX 2025 Finale: A Strategic Message Amid West Philippine Sea Tensions
Datu Blah Sinsuat, Maguindanao del Norte — The Philippine Marine Corps and the United States Marine Corps concluded the Marine Exercise (MAREX) 2025 with a powerful display of military strength and cooperation through a Full Mission Profile (FMP) exercise held on April 9 in Barangay Pinansaran. The event showcased the interoperability and tactical coordination between…
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Two Men Nabbed in Separate Drug Buy-Bust Operations in Cotabato City
COTABATO CITY — Two individuals were arrested in separate anti-illegal drug operations conducted by law enforcement authorities on April 9, 2025, in Barangay Rosary Heights 10. At around 12:20 PM, operatives from the Special Drug Enforcement Team (SDET) of Police Station 3, led by PMAJ Albert P. Carillo, Station Commander, in coordination with the Philippine…
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Drug Den Dismantled, Three High-Value Targets Nabbed in Lamitan City Buy-Bust
Cotabato City, April 9, 2025 — In a coordinated anti-drug operation, authorities successfully dismantled a drug den and arrested three high-value targets in Lamitan City, Basilan on Monday, April 8. The Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency Regional Office – BARMM (PDEA RO BARMM) Basilan Provincial Office, in partnership with the Lamitan City Police Station, 18th Infantry…
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Two Drug Suspects Nabbed in Amai Manabilang Buy-Bust Operation
Amai Manabilang, Lanao del Sur – April 7, 2025 — Two individuals suspected of involvement in illegal drug activities were arrested during a joint buy-bust operation conducted at around 3:30 PM in Barangay Pagalamatan, Amai Manabilang, Lanao del Sur. The law enforcement operation was carried out by personnel of Amai Manabilang Municipal Police Station (MPS),…
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2 Drug Suspects Nabbed at Checkpoint in Wao, Lanao del Sur
Wao, Lanao del Sur – April 6, 2025 — Two drug suspects were arrested during a law enforcement operation conducted by the Wao Municipal Police Station (MPS) along the National Highway in Purok 7, Barangay East Kili-kili, Wao, Lanao del Sur late evening of April 6. The checkpoint operation, carried out at around 10:30 PM,…
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Sumisip at 51: Honoring Tradition, Embracing Progress
SUMISIP, BASILAN — With vibrant colors, rhythmic dances, and a deep sense of pride, the Municipality of Sumisip welcomed its 51st Founding Anniversary and the much-anticipated Kalasig-lasigan Festival 2025 on April 8, marking more than half a century of transformation, resilience, and cultural unity. Held at the Sumisip Gymnasium in Barangay Buli-Buli, this year’s celebration…
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Drug Suspect Nabbed in Marawi Buy-Bust Operation
Marawi City, Lanao del Sur — April 5, 2025 — A joint law enforcement operation conducted in Barangay Bunganga 2, Marawi City, led to the successful arrest of a suspected drug pusher on Saturday afternoon, authorities confirmed. At around 2:30 PM, operatives from the Lanao del Sur Provincial Police Office (LDSPPO), through its Provincial Special…