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Governor Lala Taliño-Mendoza: Championing Peace and Development in BARMM
North Cotabato Governor Lala Taliño-Mendoza has reaffirmed her unwavering commitment to fostering peace and progress in the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM). Recognized this year as one of the 10 Outstanding Bangsamoro Peace Champions, Governor Mendoza continues to build stronger ties with the region through collaborative efforts and support for its initiatives. The…
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Over ₱1 Million Worth of Shabu Seized, 36 Lawbreakers Arrested in BAR
The Police Regional Office of the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region (PRO BAR) confiscated over ₱1 million worth of shabu and apprehended 36 law offenders in various parts of the region on December 21, 2024. According to Police Brigadier General Romeo Macapaz, Regional Director of PRO BAR, 14 drug personalities were among those arrested, with authorities seizing…
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Japan Lowers Travel Advisory for Parts of Mindanao, Philippines
December 19, 2024—The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan has updated its overseas travel safety information, lowering the risk levels for several areas in Mindanao, Philippines. This revision reflects improved safety conditions in the region and is expected to encourage more tourism and business opportunities. Revised Risk Levels Travel Advisory Levels Implications of the Advisory…
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Three ISAFP Soldiers Killed in Ambush in Basilan
Lamitan City, Basilan – Three operatives of the Intelligence Service Armed Forces of the Philippines (ISAFP) were killed in a brutal ambush on Monday night in Barangay Baimbing, Lamitan City, Basilan. The incident occurred when unidentified armed men opened fire on the soldiers, who were traveling in a plateless van along a secluded road in…
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Two Arrested in Barira for Violating RA 9165
Barira, Maguindanao del Norte – Two suspects were apprehended during a checkpoint operation conducted by Barira Municipal Police Station (MPS) on December 22, 2024, at Sitio Pedtad, Brgy. Lipawan. The operation, led by Acting Chief of Police PCPT Joel C. Albao, resulted in the confiscation of illegal substances and other personal items from the suspects.…
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Ceremonial Turnover of Coaster Bus to Component Municipalities of Maguindanao del Norte
Sultan Mastura, Maguindanao del Norte – December 23, 2024 In a symbolic gesture of unity and development, Governor Abdulraof Macacua officially turned over a fleet of coaster buses to the component municipalities of Maguindanao del Norte in a ceremony held on Monday at the Municipal Gymnasium of Sultan Mastura. The ceremonial turnover marked a significant…
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Two Bangsamoro Islamic Freedom Fighters Surrender in Joint Counterterrorism Operation
Sultan Kudarat, Maguindanao del Norte – December 20, 2024 In a significant development towards restoring peace and stability in Mindanao, two active members of the Bangsamoro Islamic Freedom Fighters-Karialan Faction (BIFF-Karialan) voluntarily surrendered during a joint counterterrorism operation facilitated by various law enforcement units. The operation was led by the 1st Provincial Mobile Force Company…
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Two MILF Commanders Sentenced in 2015 SAF Mamasapano Massacre
Two commanders of the Moro Islamic Liberation Front (MILF), Abubakar Guiaman and Mohammad Ali Tambako, have been sentenced to prison for their involvement in the 2015 Mamasapano massacre that claimed the lives of 44 elite police officers from the Special Action Force (SAF). The Taguig City Regional Trial Court Branch 153 handed down the verdict…
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Suspect in Abduction, Rape, and Murder of Sulu Student Surrenders to Authorities
Jolo, Sulu – Aljibar “Jibang” Abdulla, the primary suspect in the abduction, rape, and murder of a young student from Don Jose Godinez Elementary School in Patikul District, has surrendered to authorities. Abdulla voluntarily turned himself in early this morning at the residence of former councilor Nidz Sakandal and Barangay Chairperson Elmor Sakandal of Walled…
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MBHTE Welcomes New Personnel as Oath-Taking Ceremony Marks Commitment to Quality Education
Cotabato City — The Ministry of Basic, Higher and Technical Education (MBHTE) officially welcomed newly appointed teaching, teaching-related, and non-teaching personnel during a ceremonial signing of appointments and oath-taking held on December 20 at the MBHTE Main Office in Cotabato City. The event was presided over by Education Minister Mohagher M. Iqbal. A total of…