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PRO BAR’s Anti-Drug Operations Lead to Arrest of 37 Suspects, Seize ₱210K Worth of Illegal Drugs
Bangsamoro Region, September 23, 2024 – The Police Regional Office Bangsamoro Autonomous Region (PRO BAR) continues to intensify its crackdown on illegal drug activities, successfully conducting 27 operations between September 14 and 17, 2024, as part of the Simultaneous Anti-Criminality and Law Enforcement Operations (SACLEO). The operations, conducted across various provincial and city police offices…
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Authorities Seize PHP 18 Million Worth of Smuggled Cigarettes in Maguindanao del Norte
Parang, Maguindanao del Norte – Authorities have intercepted more than PHP 18 million worth of smuggled cigarettes abandoned in two cargo trucks in Barangay Sarmiento, Parang town, Maguindanao del Norte, in a joint operation led by local police, Marines, and maritime police personnel. The discovery took place around 11 a.m. on Sunday, following a tip-off…
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Mamadra Private Armed Group Surrenders in Maguindanao del Norte, Signaling Step Towards Peace in BARMM
Parang, Maguindanao del Norte – In a significant development towards peace and stability in the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM), the Mamadra Group, a Potential Private Armed Group (PAG) operating in Maguindanao del Norte, formally surrendered to authorities on September 23, 2024. The ceremony took place at the Police Regional Office (PRO) BAR…
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BARMM Lawmaker Calls for Postponement of First Regional Parliamentary Elections Amid Legal Adjustments
Cotabato City – As the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM) prepares for its first-ever regional parliamentary elections next year, a member of the Bangsamoro Transition Authority (BTA) has called for a postponement to allow for amendments to the law governing the region’s parliamentary districts. BARMM Parliament member Michael Midtimbang, who represents Maguindanao del…
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“Democracy is the Next Path”: MILF Announces Historic Transition to Social Movement
Maguindanao del Norte, September 23, 2024 – In a powerful address at the MILF Consultative Meeting and General Assembly held at Camp Darapanan, Moro Islamic Liberation Front (MILF) Panel Chair Mohaqer Iqbal outlined a pivotal transformation in the group’s history, marking its shift from an armed revolutionary organization to a democratic social movement. The declaration…
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COMELEC and UNDP Launch Voter Awareness and Digitalization Project in Bangsamoro
Manila, Philippines – On September 20, 2024, the Commission on Elections (COMELEC) and the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) Philippines officially signed a Memorandum of Agreement and launched the “Project for Raising Voters’ Awareness and Promoting Digitalization of Electoral Process in Bangsamoro.” The ceremonial signing took place at the Chairman’s Hall, Ground Floor, Palacio del Gobernador…
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4 Loose Firearms Surrendered by Residents to 57th Infantry Battalion
Camp Siongco, Awang, DOS, Maguindanao del Norte – In a show of support for peace and security initiatives, four loose firearms were voluntarily surrendered by concerned residents of Brgy. Lamud, South Upi, Maguindanao del Sur, on September 19, 2024. This development comes as part of the ongoing Mobile Community Support Sustainment Program (MCSSP) spearheaded by…
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P1.8M Worth of Smuggled Cigarettes Seized in Jolo Raid
Authorities seized P1.8 million worth of smuggled cigarettes during a raid along a road in Barangay Bus-bus, Jolo, following a tip-off from a concerned citizen. The operation led to the confiscation of 51 boxes of Cannon cigarettes, highlighting the ongoing efforts to curb illegal smuggling in the region. The joint operation, involving personnel from the…
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Paghulmat 2024: Celebrating Champions of Sexual Health Empowerment and Gender Equality
In a vibrant celebration of dedication and progress, the Paghulmat 2024 conference honored the champions of Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights (SRHR) and Gender-Based Violence (GBV) advocacy. Organized by the Sexual Health Empowerment (SHE) Project team and Jhpiego Philippines, the event brought together passionate advocates and community leaders who have worked tirelessly to ensure…
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Bai Tata Hakim: A Mother’s Battle Against Conflict, Poverty, and Malnutrition
In the small village of Makir, nestled within the town of Datu Odin Sinsuat in Maguindanao Del Norte, 23-year-old Bai Tata Hakim faces daily challenges that most people cannot imagine. Her life, like that of many families in the region, has been shaped by conflict, poverty, and displacement, all of which have had a devastating…