Cocolisap Infestation Continues to Ravage Coconut Farms in Muhammad Adjul, Threatening Farmers’ Livelihoods
MUHAMMAD AJUL, Basilan — The persistent infestation of cocolisap, also known as the coconut scale insect, continues to pose a…
Joint Operation Nabs Illegally Cut Lawaan Logs in Sumisip, Basilan
SUMISIP, BASILAN — A multi-agency joint operation led by Basilan Governor Mujiv Hataman resulted in the seizure of illegally cut…
Teen Collapses After Smoking “Tuklaw” Cigarette in Isabela City; PDEA Issues Urgent Warning Over Deadly Substance
Isabela City, Basilan — A teenage boy was rushed to the hospital after suddenly convulsing and losing consciousness in a…
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…
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…
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…
Army, Police, and CENRO Nab Illegal Lumbers in Major Anti-Logging Operation in Sumisip, Basilan
SUMISIP, Basilan — In a decisive move to protect Basilan’s rapidly dwindling forest resources, troops of the 32nd Infantry (Daredevil)…
PCG Conducts Swift Medical Evacuation of Electrocuted Chinese Crew Member in Basilan Strait
ZAMBOANGA CITY — The Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) successfully carried out a medical evacuation (MEDEVAC) on Tuesday, January 6, 2026,…
33-Year-Old Man Killed in Shooting in Lamitan City; First Recorded Case of 2026
LAMITAN CITY, Basilan — A 33-year-old man was killed in a shooting incident on the night of January 2, 2026,…
Police Seize ₱588,750 Worth of Smuggled Cigarettes in Basilan; Two Arrested
MALUSO, BASILAN — Authorities intercepted a shipment of smuggled cigarettes and arrested two individuals in a decisive anti-smuggling operation conducted…