BASILAN - In Barangay Matarling, Ungkaya Pukan, Basilan, a clash between the military and an armed group has resulted in the displacement of over 300 individuals, while a rubber tapper was injured. Police Major Alphad Osalli, the chief of the Ungkaya Pukan Municipal Police Station, confirmed the incident.The armed attack targeted an Army's Scout Rangers detachment in Ungkaya … [Read more...] about Clash between military and armed group displaces over 300 in Basilan
Basilan Province
Basilan celebrates 49th founding anniversary with colorful culture
DAVAO CITY --- The people of Basilan Province celebrated its 49th Founding Anniversary via face to face after three-year lull due to the pandemic. Residents from the whole province met during the celebration of its colorful history, arts and diverse culture during the Cultural Night last Sunday, March 5, at the gymnasium of the government center in Sta. Clara, Lamitan … [Read more...] about Basilan celebrates 49th founding anniversary with colorful culture
Lamitan City glitters with colors in harmony
Are young going to Basilan? Are you sure? Those were just among the series of questions well-meaning friends asked when I told them I was off for Basilan province for work. Our thoughts were filled with anxiety and excitement knowing the place. For those who are scare of Mindanao, the answer is no way! But inside me I said I will be fine, because I grew up a … [Read more...] about Lamitan City glitters with colors in harmony
TESDA director arrested with bomb materials
ZAMBOANGA CITY -- Police arrested a government official and seized bomb-making materials in a law enforcement operation in Basilan province Tuesday. Maj. Helen Galvez, Police Regional Office-9 (PRO-9) information officer, identified the arrested official as Muida Hataman, the Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA) provincial director of … [Read more...] about TESDA director arrested with bomb materials
