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Governor Abdusakur M. Tan Welcomes Kuwaiti Engineer and Delegation at Sulu Provincial Capitol
SULU, Philippines – Governor Abdusakur M. Tan warmly received Sheik Jasem Alhasan, an Engineer and Project Assessor from the State of Kuwait, along with representatives from the SADCFI Pagadian City, during their visit to the Sulu Provincial Capitol today. The delegation was accompanied by members of the Sulu Ulama Council for Peace and Development (SUCPD),…
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UN Women’s WPS Training Sheds Light on Human Trafficking in Tawi-Tawi
Tawi-Tawi, Philippines – The Provincial Government of Tawi-Tawi played a vital role in the recently concluded 2nd Advanced Women, Peace, and Security (WPS) Field Course on Human Trafficking and Climate Change, an initiative designed to strengthen WPS practitioners’ capabilities in the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM). The event was held at Rachel’s Place…
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Groundbreaking Ceremony Held for MBLT-12 Platoon-Size Barracks in Panglima Sugala
Panglima Sugala, Tawi-Tawi – The Tawi-Tawi Provincial Government marked a significant milestone on February 13, 2025, with the groundbreaking ceremony for the MBLT-12 platoon-size barracks in Batu-Batu, Panglima Sugala. The project aims to bolster security and reinforce the military’s presence in the area, reflecting the government’s commitment to strengthening regional stability. Governor Yshmael “Mang” I.…
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Top Most Wanted Persons Apprehended in Maguindanao Del Sur Police Operation
South Upi, Maguindanao del Sur – The Maguindanao Del Sur Police Provincial Office (MDSPPO) successfully apprehended the province’s top 7 most wanted individual and the municipality’s top 6 most wanted person in a decisive police operation on February 3, 2025. The arrests were made at 2:49 PM in Sitio Plato, Barangay Mirab, South Upi, Maguindanao…
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Dr. Mamintal “Bombit” Alonto Adiong, Jr. Honored as Filipino Laureate of the 2025 Gusi Peace Prize International
Dr. Mamintal “Bombit” Alonto Adiong, Jr., the esteemed Governor of Lanao del Sur, has been named one of the two Filipino laureates of the prestigious 2025 Gusi Peace Prize International. The Gusi Peace Prize, often referred to as Asia’s equivalent of the Nobel Peace Prize, recognizes individuals and organizations worldwide for their outstanding contributions to…
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Provincial Government of Basilan Denounces Fake Online Election Survey
Basilan, Philippines – The Provincial Government of Basilan (PGB) has issued an official statement condemning the unauthorized use of its official logo in an online election survey. The survey, which falsely appeared to have been sanctioned by the local government, has been denounced as misleading and deceptive. According to the statement, PGB had no involvement…
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Nine High-Powered Firearms Seized in Military Checkpoints in Maguindanao del Sur
Camp Siongco, Awang, DOS, Maguindanao del Norte – Nine high-powered firearms were confiscated by military troops following separate checkpoint operations in Maguindanao del Sur on February 13, 2025. Colonel Edgar L. Catu, Commander of the 601st Brigade, immediately ordered the intensified military checkpoints after a shooting incident involving ABC President Edris Sangki and Barangay Treasurer…
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Two Suspects Nabbed in Anti-Drug Operations in Maguindanao Del Sur
Maguindanao Del Sur – February 12, 2025 – In a strengthened campaign towards a drug-free community, the Maguindanao Del Sur Police Provincial Office (MDSPPO) successfully apprehended two individuals in separate law enforcement operations within the province. In the municipality of Datu Paglas, a coordinated anti-illegal drugs operation (buy-bust) was conducted by operatives of Datu Paglas…
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Malabang Mayor and Six Relatives Found Guilty of Murder and Frustrated Murder
Manila, Philippines – Malabang, Lanao del Sur Mayor Alinader “Dagar” Balindong and six of his relatives have been found guilty of murder and frustrated murder, according to a ruling issued by the Regional Trial Court (RTC) Branch 50 in Manila on Monday. The conviction is in connection with the ambush of H. Rauf “Dodong” Boloto…
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Brig. Gen. Luzon Discusses Peace and Development at Basilan Young Professionals Event
Zamboanga City, February 10, 2025 – Brigadier General Alvin V. Luzon, Commander of the 101st Infantry “Three Red Arrows” Brigade, served as a key resource speaker at the Basilan Young Professionals (BYP) Program for Development and Peace, held at LM Metro Hotel, Brgy. Tetuan, Zamboanga City. His discussion focused on “Challenges in Sustaining Peace and…