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Government Troops Neutralize Daulah Islamiyah-Maute Member in Lanao del Sur
Piagapo, Lanao del Sur – A member of the Daulah Islamiyah-Maute Group (DI-MG) was killed during a series of clashes between government forces and the militant group in Barangay Kalangan on January 25, 2025. The encounters, part of ongoing military operations in the region, were confirmed by Western Mindanao Command (WestMinCom) Commander Lt. Gen. Antonio…
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Maguindanao Del Norte Political Candidates Unite for Peaceful Elections
Maguindanao del Sur – Political rivals from the towns of Talitay, Northern Kabuntalan, and Datu Odin Sinsuat in Maguindanao Del Norte have united to support the appeal of the Commission on Elections (COMELEC), the 6th Infantry (KAMPILAN) Division, and the Philippine National Police (PNP-PRO-BARMM) to ensure safe and peaceful elections in the province. The unity…
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Brig. Gen. Donald Gumiran Assumes Command of the 6th Infantry (Kampilan) Division
Camp Siongco, January 25, 2025 – A new chapter of leadership unfolded for the 6th Infantry (Kampilan) Division (6ID) of the Philippine Army as Brigadier General Donald M. Gumiran officially took command during the 43rd Change of Command Ceremony held today. Presided over by Lieutenant General Roy M. Galido, Commanding General of the Philippine Army,…
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Brother of a Council Aspirant Found Dead in Buluan, Maguindanao del Sur
In a tragic incident on January 24, 2025, authorities discovered the lifeless body of a man in Sitio Kalumpang, Barangay Alip, Datu Paglas, Maguindanao del Sur. The victim was found bound, wrapped in a blue sack, and had a gunshot wound to the chest. According to the Datu Paglas Municipal Police Station (MPS), a concerned…
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Datu Hoffer Launches Community Support Program to Strengthen Peace and Security
Datu Saudi Ampatuan, Maguindanao del Sur – The Local Government of Datu Hoffer warmly welcomed the 90th Infantry (Bigkis-Lahi) Battalion, the 61st CMO Company, and the Philippine National Police during a send-off ceremony held on January 22, 2025, at the Datu Hoffer Municipal Training Center. The troops and police officers are set to implement the…
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PDEA-Led Operation Yields Php3.4 Million Worth of Shabu in Marawi City
Marawi City, Philippines – Agents from the Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency (PDEA) BARMM, in collaboration with the Regional Drug Enforcement Unit (RDEU), 1401st Regional Mobile Force Battalion, 43rd Special Action Company, 4th Special Action Battalion, and the Marawi City Police Station, successfully seized Php3.4 million worth of shabu and arrested two drug personalities during a…
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Grand Launch of TALES of Ranaw Tourism Hub Celebrates Meranaw Culture and Resilience
Marawi City, Lanao del Sur – A celebration of hope, resilience, and cultural heritage took center stage today as the Ministry of Trade, Investments, and Tourism – BARMM officially launched the TALES of Ranaw Tourism Hub at the Lanao People’s Park. This groundbreaking initiative aims to honor the rich traditions and artistry of the Meranaw…
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Gov. Salliman: Sumisip Encounter a Wakeup Call for Everybody
Basilan Governor Jim Salliman-Hataman has described the recent armed clash between government troops and elements of the Moro Islamic Liberation Front (MILF) in Sumisip as a reminder of the province’s tumultuous past. The encounter, which occurred Wednesday afternoon, resulted in the deaths of two soldiers and injuries to 12 others. In an interview this morning,…
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AFP Chief, Wesmincom Leadership Address Basilan Ambush Incident
Zamboanga City — Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) Chief of Staff General Romeo S. Brawner Jr. and Western Mindanao Command (Wesmincom) Chief Lieutenant General Antonio Nafarrete held a press briefing on Thursday inside a military camp in Zamboanga City to address the recent ambush in Sumisip, Basilan. The attack left two soldiers dead and…
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Cotabato City Mayor and Department Heads Face Plunder Charges at Ombudsman
Cotabato City Mayor Bruce Matabalao, along with four department heads of the City Local Government Unit (LGU), is facing charges of violating Republic Act 7080, or the Anti-Plunder Law. The charges were filed by six members of the Cotabato City Council at the Ombudsman Mindanao, citing alleged unexplained discrepancies in city funds amounting to ₱81.42…