DAVAO CITY – Tension erupted at Marawi City Hall on Monday morning when operatives from the National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) apprehended Vice Mayor Annouar Romuros Abedin Abdulrauf at around 9:30 a.m. Supporters of Abdulrauf, who were unaware of the case or its details, attempted to shield the vice mayor from arrest. However, law enforcement authorities managed to take … [Read more...] about Vice Mayor of Marawi City arrested for murder
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Bangsamoro Parliament starts public consultation on Local Governance Code
MARAWI CITY – "The Bangsamoro Local Governance Code will give a clear direction between local government units and the Bangsamoro government," said Atty. Jose Lorena, as the Bangsamoro Parliament, started the first public consultation with local officials of Lanao del Sur. The two-day public consultation, held here at the Provincial Capitol, is the first in a series that … [Read more...] about Bangsamoro Parliament starts public consultation on Local Governance Code
Marawi classes suspended due to Falcon
MARAWI CITY (July 16) --- The city government of Marawi earlier today ordered the suspension of classes at all levels cue to Tropical Depession Falcon. This, after the City Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Office (DRRMO) recommended the suspension due to inclement weather and continuous heavy rains. Marawi City Mayor Majul Gandamra confirmed "Yes, kanina 7 am I … [Read more...] about Marawi classes suspended due to Falcon
Interfaith group appeals for help to rebuild Marawi
CAGAYAN DE ORO CITY -– Leaders of an interfaith group on Wednesday asked various sectors to help rehabilitate Marawi, a city turned into rubbles by the ongoing conflict between extremists and government forces. While appealing for help, the interfaith leaders also plead for the safe release of all civilians either trapped in their homes or taken hostage by the Maute … [Read more...] about Interfaith group appeals for help to rebuild Marawi
IN PICTURES: Duterte salutes Heroes of Marawi
President Rodrigo Roa honors the fallen Philippine Marine Corps personnel killed in the anti-terror operations in Marawi City. As the Commander-in-Chief, he led the dignified transfer of the remains at the Villamor Airbase in Pasay City on June 11, 2017. The fallen heroes were 1Lt. Raymond M. Abad, 1Lt. John Frederick S Savellano, SSgt. Joven Q. Triston, Sgt. … [Read more...] about IN PICTURES: Duterte salutes Heroes of Marawi