BASILAN – Approximately 5,000 Basileños, led by Congressman Mujiv Hataman, congregated on Sunday for a solidarity prayer, urging a humanitarian ceasefire in Israel's intensified conflict with Hamas in the Gaza Strip. The call aimed to prevent further casualties among Palestinian civilians caught in the crossfire. Congressman Hataman, who recently advocated for a Gaza … [Read more...] about Basileños unite for ceasefire in Gaza strip
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Traffic enforcer fatally shot in Basilan province
BASILAN – A traffic enforcer was shot and killed by unidentified assailants in Sitio Tinambakan, Brgy Maganda, Lamitan City, Basilan. The victim has been identified as Abbas Sarabi Sumapil, 57 years old, and a resident of the area. According to Lt. Col. Arlan Delumpines, the head of the Lamitan City PNP, their investigation showed that Sumapil was pursued by two individuals … [Read more...] about Traffic enforcer fatally shot in Basilan province
Unlicensed Firearms Handed Over in Tabuan Lasa, Basilan
Tabuan Lasa, Basilan — The turnover of unlicensed firearms was conducted as part of the Small Arms and Light Weapons Program in the Municipality of Tabuan Lasa. The program aims to reduce the proliferation of small arms and light weapons in the hands of individuals and groups, with the goal of preventing potential disturbances in communities. … [Read more...] about Unlicensed Firearms Handed Over in Tabuan Lasa, Basilan
Inauguration marks opening of Balay Silangan Reformation Center in Lamitan City, Basilan
LAMITAN CITY – The Balay Silangan Reformation Center, located in Rose Ville, Little Cebu, Barangay Maganda, Lamitan City, Basilan, was officially inaugurated on September 13. Mayor Roderick Furigay led the inauguration ceremony, attended by prominent figures including Governor Jim Hataman Salliman, Vice Governor Yusop Alano, board members, representatives from the Philippine … [Read more...] about Inauguration marks opening of Balay Silangan Reformation Center in Lamitan City, Basilan
3-Year-Old Child, Mother, and Grandmother Fatally Attacked in Basilan
LAMITAN – Lamitan City Police are currently investigating an incident that resulted in the death of a 3-year-old child, Sanaya Sabdalun Anjal, along with her mother, Linda Sabdalun Anjal (23 years old), and grandmother, Linda Anjal (51 years old). The incident took place in Barangay Balagtasan, Lamitan City, Basilan Province. According to the Lamitan City PNP report, the … [Read more...] about 3-Year-Old Child, Mother, and Grandmother Fatally Attacked in Basilan