01/06/2026
𝗠𝗗𝗡𝗣𝗚, 𝗣𝗣𝗢-𝗠𝗗𝗡, 𝗕𝗧𝗔
𝗦𝗧𝗥𝗘𝗡𝗚𝗧𝗛𝗘𝗡 𝗚𝗥𝗔𝗦𝗦𝗥𝗢𝗢𝗧𝗦 𝗦𝗘𝗖𝗨𝗥𝗜𝗧𝗬
𝗩𝗜𝗔 𝗕𝗣𝗔𝗧 𝗧𝗥𝗔𝗜𝗡𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗜𝗡𝗜𝗧𝗜𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗩𝗘
COTABATO CITY — The Maguindanao del Norte Police Provincial Office, with the support of the Provincial Government of Maguindanao del Norte and the assistance of Bangsamoro Transition Authority (BTA) Deputy Floor Leader MP Atty Suharto “Teng” M Ambolodto MNSA, successfully conducted a Barangay Peacekeeping Action Teams (BPATs) Training of Trainers (TOT) on the 𝗕𝗮𝗿𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗮𝘆 𝗣𝗲𝗮𝗰𝗲𝗸𝗲𝗲𝗽𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗢𝗿𝗶𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗖𝗼𝘂𝗿𝘀𝗲 at CNX Resto & Travelers Inn, this city.
A total of 134 BPAT members from Sultan Kudarat, Datu Odin Sinsuat, Parang, Upi, and Sultan Mastura completed the training held from May 28 to 30, 2026, with a culminating program on May 31.
The course aimed to professionalize and standardize grassroots security operations and develop local facilitators who can cascade skills and knowledge within their respective communities. It featured lectures, leadership sessions, practical exercises, and simulation activities on community-based peacekeeping.
In his message, PLTCOL Samuel Roy M Subsuban, Deputy Provincial Director for Administration, representing Acting Provincial Director PCOL George D Bagundol Jr, recognized the indispensable role of BPATs in maintaining peace, order, and public safety at the barangay level.
“BPAT members serve as the first line of defense in their communities, helping prevent crime, respond to local concerns, and strengthen cooperation between residents and law enforcement authorities,” he said.
Delivering the message of Governor Datu Tucao O. Mastura, CPA, Sultan Kudarat Municipal Administrator Sultan Banjo M. Mampon shared the importance of empowering community-based peacekeepers in safeguarding communities and promoting public safety.
“Through this training, we are investing in the people who serve as the first line of response in our communities. Their enhanced skills and knowledge will significantly contribute to maintaining peace, protecting lives, and promoting a safer environment,” Mampon said.
MP Teng emphasized that strengthening grassroots peace and security mechanisms is essential to sustaining peace and development throughout the Bangsamoro.
“Well-trained BPAT members play a crucial role in preventing conflicts, promoting community participation, and supporting law enforcement efforts. By empowering local peacekeepers, we strengthen the foundation of safer, more resilient, and more united communities,” the Bangsamoro lawmaker stressed.
The training is expected to enhance standardized and law-aligned community peacekeeping, strengthen public trust, and contribute to safer communities throughout Maguindanao del Norte.