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12th Anniversary of the Framework Agreement on the Bangsamoro: A Milestone for Peace in Mindanao
Today marks the 12th anniversary of the signing of the Framework Agreement on the Bangsamoro (FAB), a landmark peace accord between the Government of the Philippines (GPH) and the Moro Islamic Liberation Front (MILF). Signed on October 15, 2012, the FAB serves as a crucial foundation for the ongoing peace process in Mindanao, providing the…
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Substandard Steel Rebars Still Plaguing Mindanao, PISI Warns
Mindanao, Philippines – Recent test-buy operations conducted by the Philippine Iron and Steel Institute (PISI) revealed that substandard reinforcement bars (rebars) continue to flood the Mindanao market, posing a serious risk to public safety. The random test buys, carried out from September 9 to 13 in various provinces, highlighted widespread violations of quality standards. In…
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Php 68,000 Worth of Shabu Seized in Marawi City Buy-Bust Operation
Marawi City, Lanao del Sur – A joint law enforcement operation led to the recovery of Php 68,000.00 worth of shabu in a buy-bust operation in Barangay Raya Saduc, Marawi City, on October 11, 2024. The operation, conducted at around 5:30 PM, targeted two suspects, identified only as alias Gani and alias Alex, both residents…
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Man Shot Dead in Brgy. Taviran, Datu Odin Sinsuat, Maguindanao del Norte
A man was fatally shot this morning in Brgy. Taviran, Datu Odin Sinsuat, Maguindanao del Norte. The victim has been identified as Rambo Karim. According to reports, the incident occurred earlier today, and the Philippine National Police (PNP) is currently conducting an investigation into the matter. Authorities are working diligently to uncover the details surrounding the shooting and to bring those responsible to justice. The community remains on edge as they await further updates from the PNP. Stay tuned for more information as the investigation progresses.
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Php603,000 Worth of Smuggled Fuel Seized, Four Arrested in Tawi-Tawi Seaborne Operations
Bongao, Tawi-Tawi—Authorities seized an estimated Php603,000 worth of smuggled fuel and confiscated two motorized boats during separate seaborne operations conducted in Barangay Lamion, Bongao, Tawi-Tawi, on October 11, 2024. Police Captain Norman Paul Duaso, Station Commander of the 1st Special Operation Unit (SOU) of Tawi-Tawi Maritime Police Station, identified the arrested suspects as “King,” “Jun,”…
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Unidentified assassins shot and killed a field commander of the Moro Islamic Liberation Front (MILF) in this city around noon Sunday, police said.
Capt. Teofisto Ferrer, city police Station 2 commander, identified the fatality as Norodin Mama, a deputy commander of the MILF and a resident of Barangay Semba, Datu Odin Sinsuat, Maguindanao del Sur. Ferrer said Mama was driving a multi-cab (plate no. MAE 4169) on the Cotabato East Diversion Road going to Sultan Kudarat, Maguindanao del…
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Man Killed in Shooting Incident in Tugal, Kadayangan, SGA BARMM
A 28-year-old man was shot dead in a broad daylight attack in Sitio Sabpa, Barangay Tugal, Kadayangan, Special Geographic Area (SGA) of the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM) on the afternoon of October 13, 2024. The victim, identified as Jose Francisco Dinopol Buagas, a resident of Purok Zone 3, Poblacion 7, Midsayap, Cotabato,…
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Explosion Strikes Outside BARMM Parliament Member’s Office in Cotabato City
On the night of Saturday, October 12, 2024, an explosion occurred outside the office of Bangsamoro Health Minister and Member of Parliament Kadil “Jojo” Sinolinding Jr. in Zenaida Subdivision, Barangay Rosary Heights 8, Cotabato City. Authorities believe a grenade was used in the blast, although the Cotabato City Police Office’s explosives experts are still investigating…
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Mindanao Religious Leaders Reaffirm Commitment to Peace and Justice through Bishop-Ulama Conference
Davao, Philippines – “We are peacemakers. Peace based on justice is our duty,” declared members of the Mindanao Religious Leaders Conference (MRLC) in a final statement following their gathering on October 8 and 9 in Davao. The conference, a key platform for interfaith dialogue and cooperation in the southern Philippines, underscored its commitment to fostering…
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Governor Sali Resolves Long-Standing Land Dispute, Strengthens Community Peace
Sulu, Philippines – Governor Yshmael “Mang” I. Sali has successfully mediated a long-standing land dispute between two families, once again demonstrating the crucial role local leaders play in maintaining peace and unity within the community. The peaceful settlement, which involved the transfer of a house and lot to one of the families, marks the end…