News from Zamboanga Peninsula region
Sindangan, Zamboanga del Norte — Through the concerted efforts of the Regional Intelligence Division 9, Sindangan Municipal Police Station (MPS), and the Zamboanga del Norte Provincial Intelligence Unit, authorities successfully… 'Read more' "Authorities Seize Over Php 400K Worth of Illegal Tobacco in Sindangan"
TUNGAWAN, Zamboanga Sibugay — A high-value drug personality was arrested during a joint anti-drug operation led by the Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency-Zamboanga Sibugay Provincial Office (PDEA-ZSPO) on Wednesday evening, April… 'Read more' "High-Value Drug Suspect Nabbed in Zamboanga Sibugay Buy-Bust Operation"
TUNGAWAN, Zamboanga Sibugay — A joint operation by the Tungawan and RT Lim Municipal Police Stations led to the interception of smuggled cigarettes and the seizure of a vehicle following… 'Read more' "Checkpoint Pursuit Leads to Seizure of PHP 859K Worth of Smuggled Cigarettes in Zamboanga Sibugay"
Sindangan, Zamboanga del Norte — Under the shade of towering trees and the hopeful rustle of new seedlings, residents of Sitio Kalawit, Tinaplan marked the International Day of Forests with… 'Read more' "Community Unites to Restore Forests and Release Wildlife in Sindangan, Zamboanga del Norte"
ZAMBOANGA CITY — Authorities foiled another smuggling attempt in the city’s coastal waters, seizing over ₱2.8 million worth of illicit cigarettes during an operation off Sta. Cruz Island, Barangay Sta.… 'Read more' "₱2.8 Million Worth of Smuggled Cigarettes Seized Off Zamboanga Waters"
Pagadian City, April 14, 2025 — A strong wave of unity and environmental advocacy swept across the streets of Pagadian City as the Diocese of Pagadian spearheaded a motorcade, prayer… 'Read more' "Pagadian Diocese Leads United Call Against Illegal Mining in Zamboanga del Sur"
ZAMBOANGA CITY — Health authorities have declared Zamboanga City temporarily free from the threat of Hand, Foot and Mouth Disease (HFMD), following a recorded 210 cases from January 1 to… 'Read more' "Zamboanga City Declared ‘Out of the Woods’ in HFMD Spike, But Dengue and Rabies Cases Remain a Concern"
ZAMBOANGA CITY — Five establishments were found operating without valid business permits during the latest round of inspections conducted by Task Force Buenas on April 10. The inspections, which covered… 'Read more' "Task Force Buenas Flags Five Establishments Operating Without Business Permits"
In preparation for the 2025 National and Local Elections, Western Mindanao Command (WestMinCom) Chief Lt. Gen. Antonio Nafarrete led a key security meeting with the Joint Task Force (JTF) Central… 'Read more' "WestMinCom Chief Oversees Security Preparations for 2025 Elections in Mindanao"
Isabela City, Basilan – April 11, 2025 — In a strong affirmation of its commitment to inclusive and participatory governance, the City Government of Isabela, under the leadership of Mayor… 'Read more' "Isabela City Appoints New Indigenous Peoples Representatives, Reaffirms Commitment to Inclusive Governance"