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Panamao, Sulu — Sustained peace initiatives in the province of Sulu continue to gain ground as residents voluntarily surrendered five firearms in separate barangays, underscoring growing trust between communities, local…
PANAMAO, Sulu — Barangay Tinah renewed its commitment to peace and security after reaffirming its status as a Rido-Free, Gun-Free, and Peace-Centered Community during a ceremonial gathering on February 28,…
Authorities swiftly apprehended a suspected gunman following a coordinated law enforcement operation in Barangay Kamalig, Panamao, Sulu, on the afternoon of February 26, 2026, preventing what officials say could have…
PANAMAO, Sulu — A potentially deadly armed conflict between two groups in the municipality of Panamao, Sulu was successfully defused following swift and coordinated intervention by the local government and…
SULU — Sixteen individuals were rescued after a motor launch experienced engine trouble while sailing in the waters off Sulu on Wednesday, October 15. According to the Philippine Coast Guard…
ZAMBOANGA CITY – Authorities from the Western Mindanao Naval Command (WMNC) intercepted a motorized banca carrying smuggled cigarettes worth around P23 million off the coast of Panamao, Sulu, resulting in…
PANAMAO, SULU – On a bright Saturday morning, August 16, 2025, Barangay Bangday in Panamao witnessed more than just the planting of 300 Narra trees—it became a symbol of second…
Panamao, Sulu – March 13, 2025 – In a landmark event for peacebuilding, a 30-year-long Rido and two other horizontal conflicts were successfully resolved in a historic settlement held at…