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11 Loose Firearms, High-Powered Weapons and Explosives Surrendered in Datu Odin Sinsuat, Maguindanao del Norte
DATU ODIN SINSUAT, Maguindanao del Norte – January 13, 2026 — In a major boost to the government’s campaign against loose firearms, eleven (11) assorted high-powered and homemade weapons, including grenade launchers and explosive rounds, were voluntarily surrendered to authorities during a ceremonial turnover held Tuesday morning at the Datu Odin Sinsuat Municipal Hall in…
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Feud Between Two Families in Sultan Mastura Ends Through Peaceful Dispute Resolution
SULTAN MASTURA, Maguindanao del Norte – A long-standing conflict between the Sanggacala and Talin families was peacefully resolved following a successful dispute resolution process facilitated by local authorities and peace stakeholders on Tuesday at the residence of Vice Mayor Esmail “Bapa Mail” Buradtong in Barangay Namuken. The settlement was witnessed and led by key representatives…
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Ambushed Peace: When Even MILF Commanders Are No Longer Safe, What Hope Remains for the Bangsamoro?
The fatal ambush that claimed the life of MILF 118th Base Command Brigade Commander Hamsa Sangki Kindo, also known as Kumander Tuabak, and his driver in Barangay Kapinpilan, Ampatuan, Maguindanao del Sur on January 12, 2026, underscores a troubling reality: armed violence continues to cast a long shadow over the Bangsamoro region, even years after…
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Dolphin Found Weak Along Isabela Shoreline; Dead Bull Shark Washes Up in Basilan, Raising Environmental Concerns
ISABELA CITY, BASILAN — Alarm spread among residents and environmental advocates after a weakened dolphin was spotted lingering near the shoreline of Hami Beach in Barangay Baluno, Isabela City on Monday afternoon, just hours after a dead bull shark was discovered washed up on Sangbay Island in the town of Hadji Muhtamad. Witnesses said the…
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Gunfight, Suspected M79 Explosion Rock Malabang, Lanao del Sur; Injuries Reported
MALABANG, Lanao del Sur — Residents of Malabang were jolted by fear and panic after an exchange of gunfire erupted in Barangay T’buk shortly after midnight on Tuesday, with reports of injuries and a loud explosion believed to be from an M79 grenade launcher shaking nearby communities. According to initial accounts from residents, the gunfight…
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Farmer shot dead in brutal attack in Datu Montawal, Maguindanao del Sur
DATU MONTAWAL, Maguindanao del Sur — A farmer was killed after being mercilessly shot by an unidentified assailant while riding a tricycle in Barangay Pagagawan, Datu Montawal, Maguindanao del Sur on Sunday, January 11, 2026. The victim was identified only as Sulaiman, a male farmer and resident of Barangay Bulod. Police said the victim was…
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Guindulungan Enforces Total Ban on Cockfighting, Gambling Under 2018 Ordinance
Guindulungan, Maguindanao del Sur — The municipal government of Guindulungan has intensified the enforcement of its long-standing ban on cockfighting, gambling, and all forms of games of chance, in line with Municipal Ordinance No. 64, Series of 2018, passed on July 30, 2018. Under the ordinance, the holding of and participation in sabong (cockfighting), gambling,…
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Barangay Leaders in Basilan Voluntarily Surrender High-Powered Firearms to Boost Peace and Security
Brgy. Campo Uno, Lamitan City, Basilan – January 9, 2026 – In a decisive move to strengthen peace and security in Basilan, barangay chairpersons from Hadji Mohammad Ajul Municipality voluntarily surrendered ten (10) loose high-powered firearms to the 18th Infantry (Deo Et Patria) Battalion (18IB) of the Philippine Army. The turnover ceremony, facilitated by CPT…
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27 Cattle Missing, 3 Found Butchered in Barangay Limook; Authorities Launch Investigation
LAMITAN CITY, Basilan — A shocking livestock theft and slaughter incident has alarmed residents of Barangay Limook after 27 heads of cattle were reported missing, with three found brutally butchered in Sitio Larbeco early Saturday morning, January 10, 2026. The cattle are owned by Basil Sarabil, a resident of Barangay Sengal, who discovered the incident…
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Four Former Violent Extremists Surrender High-Powered Weapons, Choose Peace in Maguindanao del Sur
DATU PIANG, Maguindanao del Sur – Four former members of a Violent Extremist Group (VEG) voluntarily surrendered to government forces, turning over high-powered firearms and formally pledging allegiance to peace during a ceremony held on January 10, 2026 at the headquarters of the 6th Infantry (Redskin) Battalion in Datu Piang. The former extremists were officially…