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Police Apprehend Two Suspects for Illegal Drug Activity in Bongao, Tawi-Tawi
Bongao, Tawi-Tawi – November 18, 2024 In a joint operation, the 1405th-B RMFB14-B, Bongao Municipal Police Station (MPS), and the 1st Provincial Mobile Force Company (PMFC) successfully apprehended two individuals for violating Republic Act 9165, also known as the Comprehensive Dangerous Drugs Act of 2002, in Barangay Sanga-Sanga. The arrests followed a report from concerned…
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Tawi-Tawi Welcomes German and French Diplomats in a Bid for Peace and Development
In a historic visit underscoring international interest in fostering peace and development, German Ambassador Andres Michael Pfaffernoschke and French Ambassador Marie Fontanel arrived in Tawi-Tawi on Monday. Accompanied by Presidential Peace Adviser Carlito G. Galvez, Jr., the diplomats were warmly received by the provincial government, led by Governor Yshmael Sali. Courtesy of OPAPRU. A Vision…
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Supreme Court Ruling Challenges Push to Postpone BARMM Elections
The Supreme Court (SC) rejected arguments linking its decision to exclude Sulu from the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM) with the postponement of the region’s first regular elections. SC spokesperson Camille Sue Mae Ting clarified on November 12 that the September 9 ruling was “immediately executory,” reinforcing that elections must proceed as scheduled.…
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Checkpoint Operation in Lanao del Sur Seizes Smuggled Cigarettes Worth Over ₱1 Million; Two Arrested
November 14, 2024 — A checkpoint operation conducted by the Bacolod-Kalawi Municipal Police Station (MPS) in Lanao del Sur led to the interception of smuggled cigarettes valued at over ₱1.14 million and the arrest of two suspects. The operation, carried out along the Narciso Ramos Highway in Barangay Bubong, Bacolod-Kalawi, at around 6:30 AM, was…
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Eight Arrested in Major Drug Bust in Wao, Lanao del Sur
Wao, Lanao del Sur — A coordinated law enforcement operation at dawn on November 18, 2024, resulted in the arrest of eight individuals suspected of involvement in illegal drug activities in Purok 2, Barangay Panang, Wao, Lanao del Sur. The operation, led by the Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency (PDEA) Lanao del Sur Provincial Office in…
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Amai Manabilang Celebrates 47 Years of Unity and Progress
The municipality of Amai Manabilang recently marked its 47th founding anniversary with a celebration that resonated with pride, progress, and unity. With the theme “Amai Manabilang to the World: One Town, One Identity, and One Responsibility,” the event brought together distinguished leaders, including Governor Mamintal “Bombit” Alonto Adiong Jr., Vice Governor Mohammad Khalid “Mujam” Raki-in…
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Man Fatally Shot in Guindulungan, Maguindanao del Sur
A man was killed on the spot after being gunned down by unidentified assailants on Tuesday morning, November 20, in Sitio Pansol, Barangay Tambunan, Guindulungan, Maguindanao del Sur. According to initial reports, the victim, who remains unidentified, was riding a “payong-payong” motorcycle while transporting gold items for sale. He was suddenly attacked and shot multiple…
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300 Families Affected by Flash Floods in Ligawasan Receive Aid Through E-Voucher Program
Three hundred families from Brgy. Bulol, Ligawasan (Pikit), in the Special Geographic Area (SGA) of the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM), are set to regain normalcy after their homes were damaged by flash floods caused by Typhoon Carina. These families received non-food items (NFIs) through an e-voucher distribution program conducted by the Ministry…
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Bangsamoro Parliament Approves ₱446.8 Million Budget for MOLE in 2025
The Ministry of Labor and Employment (MOLE) of the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM) expressed gratitude to the Bangsamoro Parliament for approving an additional ₱72.93 million to its proposed budget for 2025. Initially set at ₱373.85 million, the revised allocation now stands at ₱446.8 million. This decision was made during the budget deliberation…
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10 Former Extremists Surrender, Turn Over Weapons in Maguindanao del Sur
Maguindanao del Sur, Philippines – Ten former violent extremists (FVEs) from the Bangsamoro Islamic Freedom Fighters (BIFF) laid down their arms and surrendered to the Joint Task Force (JTF) Central on November 15, 2024, marking a significant development in the ongoing fight against terrorism and the proliferation of loose firearms in the Bangsamoro region. Courtesy…