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Supreme Court Decision on Sulu’s Exclusion from BARMM: A Statement from BTA Deputy Speaker Atty. Laisa Alamina
Manila, Philippines – The Supreme Court of the Philippines has upheld the validity of the Bangsamoro Organic Law (BOL) while simultaneously declaring that the province of Sulu is not part of the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM). This landmark decision, stemming from a petition filed by Sulu Governor Abdusakur Tan, a key figure in…
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High Value Individual Nabbed in Wao Buy-Bust Operation
Wao, Lanao del Sur – In a significant breakthrough against illegal drug activities, law enforcement authorities successfully conducted a buy-bust operation in Barangay West Kilikili, Wao, Lanao del Sur, resulting in the arrest of a high-value individual and his cohort. The operation took place at approximately 12:55 PM on September 10, 2024. PCOL Robert S. Daculan,…
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Hataman Lauds Supreme Court Validation of BOL, Expresses Disappointment Over Sulu Exclusion
Basilan—Basilan Representative Mujiv Hataman expressed mixed emotions today following the Supreme Court’s recent decision validating the Bangsamoro Organic Law (BOL). While he applauded the affirmation of the BOL, Hataman voiced his sadness and disappointment over the ruling that excluded Sulu from the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM). “While we celebrate the Supreme Court’s…
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Press Statement from Cong. Zia Alonto Adiong on Supreme Court Decision Severing Sulu from BARMM
Cotabato City—On September 9, 2024, Congressman Zia Alonto Adiong of the 1st District of Lanao del Sur issued a heartfelt statement regarding the Supreme Court’s decision to sever the province of Sulu from the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM). “Bismillahir Rahmanir Raheem. It is with profound sadness that we receive the recent Supreme…
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SC Upholds Validity of Bangsamoro Organic Law; Declares Sulu not Part of Bangsamoro Region
The Supreme Court has upheld the validity of Republic Act No. 11054 or the Organic Law for the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (Bangsamoro Organic Law) but declared the Province of Sulu not part of the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM) after the province rejected the law’s ratification. In a unanimous Decision,…
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BGC is open to alliances as long as they are based on principles
The BARMM Grand Coalition (BGC) today said it has always remained open to forming alliances with any political party that aligns with its manifesto of governance, believing that unity among key stakeholders in the Bangsamoro region is crucial to achieving lasting peace, development and inclusive governance. “Unity is not only a value we uphold but…
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Carpenter Arrested for Violation of RA 9165 in Lanao del Sur
Piagapo, Lanao del Sur – On September 9, 2024, a carpenter known by the alias “Ian” was apprehended for violating Republic Act 9165, also known as the Dangerous Drugs Act of 2002, during an intensified anti-criminality checkpoint operation in Barangay Rantian, Piagapo. PCOL Robert S. Daculan, Provincial Director of the Lanao del Sur Provincial Police Office…
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Legal Education Board Takes Decisive Action Against MSU’s Continued Defiance
The Legal Education Board (LEB) has issued a resolution canceling the accreditation of the Mindanao State University (MSU) College of Law, revoking its government recognition, and effectively ordering the closure of its law programs across all campuses beginning the Academic Year (A.Y.) 2025-2026. The resolution follows MSU’s continued rejection of the regulatory jurisdiction and supervisory…
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Member of local terrorist group and two others arrested by authorities
AMP SIONGCO, Awang, DOS, Maguindanao del Norte – Three individuals, one of whom is a member of the Dawlah Islamiyah-Hassan Group, were arrested by combined forces of the military, police, and other government branches focused on security during a law enforcement operation conducted in separate locations in Maguindanao del Sur. Lt. Col. Ronaldo Mamangun, head of…
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6th ID host PHILINDO-STRIKE IV-2024
The 6-days training activity of PHILINDO-STRIKE IV-2024 hosted by 6th Infantry (Kampilan) Division, Philippine Army together with Tentara Nasional Indonesia, Angkatan Darat (TNI-AD) culminated last September 2, 2024. Brigadier General Vladimir Cagara, Commander of the 1st Brigade Combat Team, Philippine Army attended the closing ceremony as the Guest of Honor. The Philippine Army is represented…