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Maguindanao del Sur Achieves ISO Certification, Strengthening Service Delivery
Maguindanao del Sur has taken a significant step towards excellence in governance with the recent ISO certification of several of its key departments. The milestone reflects the province’s unwavering commitment to quality management, transparency, and continuous improvement. The ISO audit focused on assessing the effectiveness of the processes and systems in place, ensuring they align…
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Parang Police Nab Suspect in P1.1 Million Cigarette Smuggling Bust
Parang, Maguindanao del Norte – In a decisive anti-smuggling operation conducted early Thursday morning, local authorities apprehended an 18-year-old suspect involved in the illegal trade of smuggled cigarettes. The operation, carried out at approximately 7:30 AM on December 19, 2024, was led by PMAJ Blayn M. Lomas-e, Chief of Police of Parang Municipal Police Station…
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Special Assistant to the President Condemns Rajah Buayan Ambush, Calls for Justice
Rajah Buayan, Maguindanao del Sur—Special Assistant to the President Antonio Ernesto Lagdameo Jr. on Thursday strongly denounced the ambush that claimed three lives, including a three-month-old infant, in this violence-stricken municipality. Lagdameo emphasized that such heinous acts have no place in a peaceful society. “We understand the pain and suffering caused by these violent acts,…
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Groundbreaking Ceremony for Camp Abubakar Resettlement Project: A Beacon of Hope and Progress
Barira, Maguindanao del Norte — December 19, 2024 Governor Abdulraof “Gob Sam” Macacua led the groundbreaking ceremony for the housing and resettlement project at Camp Abubakar As-Siddique, a transformative initiative aimed at fostering peace and development in the Bangsamoro region. The event marks a significant milestone in the government’s ongoing efforts to rebuild and rehabilitate…
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A Safer Celebration: Understanding the List of Prohibited Firecrackers and Pyrotechnic Devices in the Philippines
As the year comes to a close, the festive spirit brings with it the vibrant sights and sounds of fireworks displays and firecrackers. While these pyrotechnic wonders light up the skies and add excitement to celebrations, they can also pose significant risks to life, limb, and property if misused or improperly manufactured. To ensure public…
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Local Leaders Unite to Combat Malnutrition in Tawi-Tawi
In a significant step toward addressing malnutrition in the region, local leaders of Tawi-Tawi convened on December 15-16, 2024, at the Garden Orchid Hotel in Zamboanga City for the Integrated Local Nutrition Action Planning (ILNAP) Workshop. Organized under the Zuellig Family Foundation (ZFF)’s Nutrition Leadership and Equity Acceleration Program (NutriLEAP), the event underscored the commitment…
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Coast Guard Rescues 15 Individuals After Boat Capsizes Near Sulu
On December 17, 2024, a coordinated rescue effort led by the Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) successfully saved 15 individuals who had been stranded at sea following the capsizing of their boat, ML Sayouri. The rescue operation was a collaborative effort involving personnel from Coast Guard Station Central Tawi-Tawi, Coast Guard Sub-Station Bongao, and other operational…
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Bangsamoro Parliament Approves Creation of Four New Hospitals to Boost Regional Healthcare
In a significant move to address the growing demand for medical services in remote areas, the Bangsamoro Parliament approved the establishment of four new hospitals across three provinces in the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM) on December 14. The initiative reflects the government’s commitment to providing equitable healthcare access across the region. The…
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Successful Mangrove Tree Planting Held in Buaya-Buaya, Barangay Kalanganan 2, Cotabato City
Cotabato City, December 16, 2024—A Mangrove Tree Planting activity was successfully conducted in Buaya-Buaya, Barangay Kalanganan 2, gathering a diverse group of participants united in their commitment to environmental preservation. Members of the 99th Infantry Battalion, Philippine Army, Bureau of Fire Protection (BFP), and Cotabato City Police Station 3 joined forces to make the event…
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Indigenous Community Members Ambushed in Datu Hoffer, Maguindanao del Sur: Two Dead, Two Injured
A tragic incident has once again highlighted the escalating violence against Indigenous Peoples in Maguindanao del Sur. Two members of the Dulangan Manobo tribe lost their lives, while two others were injured in an ambush carried out by unidentified gunmen in Datu Hoffer Ampatuan. In a statement issued by the Ministry of Indigenous Peoples’ Affairs…