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Petition Filed by Former MNLF Member Sparks Clarification from Leadership
In a recent turn of events, a group led by former Moro National Liberation Front (MNLF) member, Professor Noreen Pallong, filed a petition to the Supreme Court, raising concerns over the exclusion of Sulu from the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM). This move has prompted the MNLF to release an official statement disassociating…
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Lawyer Algamar Latiph Files Motion for Reconsideration on Sulu’s Exclusion from BARMM
Human rights lawyer and advocate Algamar Latiph has filed a motion for reconsideration with the Supreme Court, challenging its recent decision to exclude the province of Sulu from the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM). This move comes in response to the Court’s September 9 ruling, which upheld the constitutionality of the Bangsamoro Organic…
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SIAP Party, LAKAS-CMD, and OMPIA Party Candidates File Candidacies for 2025 Elections
Lanao del Sur, October 1, 2024 — The Serbisyong Inklusibo-Alyansang Progresibo (SIAP) Party, in collaboration with its allies from LAKAS-CMD and the local coalition OMPIA Party, officially filed their Certificates of Candidacy (COCs) and Certificates of Nomination and Acceptance (CONAs) for the upcoming 2025 elections. This significant event took place at the Provincial Gymnasium, marking…
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Flooding Renders Talisawa Bridge in Cotabato Unpassable, Motorists Stranded Due to Heavy Rain
Due to continuous heavy rainfall, the Talisawa Bridge, leading to Cotabato and Isulan, has been temporarily closed as floodwaters have risen above the bridge. The Datu Abdullah Sangki Municipal Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Office (DAS MDRRMO) has urged motorists to remain patient and avoid crossing the flooded bridge. In their statement, they advised, “Please…
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Marcos Pushes for Faster Rehabilitation of Marawi, Focuses on Electricity, Water, and Housing
Manila, Philippines – President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has directed the immediate acceleration of rehabilitation efforts in Marawi City, particularly in the areas of electricity, water supply, and housing, following years of recovery challenges since the 2017 Marawi Siege. During a sectoral meeting on Tuesday, the President issued instructions to the Office of the Presidential Adviser…
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Drug Suspect Arrested in Wao Drug-Bust Operation
Wao, Lanao del Sur—September 29, 2024 – In a successful anti-drug operation, a suspect known by the alias “Patcha” was arrested in a joint law enforcement buy-bust operation along the National Highway in Purok 6, Barangay Christian Village, Wao, Lanao del Sur. The operation, conducted at around 11:53 AM, was a collaborative effort between the…
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Peace and Development in Ligawasan Discussed in Meeting Led by General Gumiran and Mayor Mama, Joined by MP Abas and Councilor Jonnie Mantol
Ligawasan, BARMM—October 2024 – The peace and order situation in Ligawasan, SGA-BARMM, was the primary focus of a meeting between the 602nd Brigade, led by Brigadier General Donald Gumiran, and the local government, headed by Mayor Salik P. Mamasabulod. The meeting was also attended by Member of Parliament (MP) Akmad “Jack” Abas Alhaj and other…
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CIDG Captures Two High-Value Targets in Sulu During Armed Encounter
Pandami, Sulu – In a decisive operation under OPLAN “Pagtugis,” joint operatives of the Criminal Investigation and Detection Group (CIDG) successfully captured two high-value drug suspects following an armed encounter in Sitio Ratag, Barangay Baligtang, Pandami, Sulu. The operation was in line with the directive of the Chief of the Philippine National Police, PGen. Rommel…
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CoA Flags Balabagan Municipal Government Over Unsubmitted ₱300M Property and Asset Records
The Commission on Audit (CoA) has called out the municipal government of Balabagan, Lanao del Sur, for failing to submit records of properties and assets worth ₱300 million, raising concerns about the accuracy and reliability of its financial accounts. State auditors questioned the validity of Balabagan’s financial statements, citing the municipality’s failure to provide audit…
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MILF Battalion Commander Arrested in Firearms Buy-Bust Operation in Marawi City
MARAWI CITY, Lanao del Sur – The Criminal Investigation and Detection Group (CIDG) Regional Field Unit Bangsamoro Autonomous Region (RFU BAR) arrested a commander of the Moro Islamic Liberation Front (MILF) during a firearms buy-bust operation inside the Mindanao State University (MSU) Compound, Barangay Cadayonan II, Marawi City, on Monday. The Philippine National Police (PNP)…