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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)…
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Philippine Army’s Major Floren Herrera to Receive Prestigious Nininger Award for Valor at Arms
MANILA, Philippines – Major Floren Herrera of the Philippine Army has been selected to receive the esteemed 2024 Alexander R. Nininger Award for Valor at Arms, in recognition of his extraordinary bravery during the 2017 Battle of Marawi. The award, presented by the West Point Association of Graduates, will be given at a ceremony in…
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AFP Chief of Staff Returns to Marawi, Inspires Troops to Uphold Their Duty
CAMP AGUINALDO, Quezon City – On September 28, 2024, General Romeo S. Brawner Jr., the Chief of Staff of the Armed Forces of the Philippines (CSAFP), made a significant return to the 103rd Infantry Brigade in Marawi City, Lanao del Sur, where he previously served as Brigade Commander during the historic Marawi siege. In a…
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2nd Mechanized Infantry Battalion Achieves Success in Balik-Baril Program: Turnover of Loose Firearms
DATU ANGGAL MIDTIMBANG, Maguindanao Del Sur – The 2nd Mechanized Infantry (Makasag) Battalion, under the leadership of LTC Jerome D. Peñalosa ARM (GSC) PA, has made significant strides in its peace-building initiatives through the Balik-Baril Program. This initiative aims to reduce the proliferation of loose firearms within communities, thereby enhancing security and fostering cooperation. In…
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Two Siblings Drown in Lake Lanao, One Survives in Tragic Incident in Marawi City
MARAWI CITY – Two of three siblings tragically drowned in Lake Lanao in Barangay Olowa Ambolong, Marawi City, yesterday morning. Despite immediate efforts by local residents to rescue the children, only their brother survived the incident. According to the official update from the Marawi City Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Office (MCDRRMO), the three siblings,…
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Fragmentation Grenade Attack Injures Policeman in Isabela City, Basilan
ISABELA CITY, Basilan – A bomber threw a fragmentation grenade at a roadside police detachment in Barangay Sunrise late Sunday, September 29, injuring a policeman and creating a climate of fear among nearby residents. According to a report submitted to Brig. Gen. Prexy Tanggawohn, director of the Police Regional Office-Bangsamoro Autonomous Region, Patrolman Aldimar Salahuddin…
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PRO BAR Strengthens Security Measures Ahead of 2025 Midterm Election COC Filing
The Police Regional Office Bangsamoro Autonomous Region (PRO BAR) has intensified its security preparations in anticipation of the upcoming Filing of Certificates of Candidacy (COC) and Certificates of Nomination and Acceptance (CONA) for the 2025 Midterm Elections. The filing period is scheduled for October 1-8, 2024, as set by the Commission on Elections (COMELEC). In…