BARMM News

18/07/2025

𝐔𝐁𝐉𝐏 𝐋𝐄𝐀𝐃𝐄𝐑𝐒𝐇𝐈𝐏, 𝐍𝐀𝐊𝐈𝐏𝐀𝐆𝐏𝐔𝐋𝐎𝐍𝐆 𝐒𝐀 𝐂𝐎𝐌𝐄𝐋𝐄𝐂 𝐇𝐈𝐍𝐆𝐆𝐈𝐋 𝐒𝐀 𝟏𝐒𝐓 𝐁𝐀𝐑𝐌𝐌 𝐏𝐀𝐑𝐋𝐈𝐀𝐌𝐄𝐍𝐓𝐀𝐑𝐘 𝐄𝐋𝐄𝐂𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍𝐒; 𝐔𝐁𝐉𝐏, 𝐇𝐀𝐍𝐃𝐀 𝐍𝐀𝐍𝐆 𝐋𝐔𝐌𝐀𝐇𝐎𝐊 𝐒𝐀 𝐍𝐀𝐓𝐔𝐑𝐀𝐍𝐆 𝐃𝐄𝐌𝐎𝐂𝐑𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐂 𝐏𝐑𝐎𝐂𝐄𝐒𝐒

Nakipagpulong ang liderato ng United Bangsamoro Justice Party (UBJP) sa pangunguna ni Party President Al Haj Murad Ebrahim sa Commission on Elections (COMELEC) na pinamumunuan ni Chairman Atty. George Erwin Garcia.

Sa naturang pagpupulong, sinabi ni Chairman Garcia na handa na ang COMELEC para sa gaganaping parliamentary elections BARMM sa darating na Oktubre 13, 2025.

Aniya, napapanahon na upang magkaroon ng mga halal na opisyal ang rehiyon. Tiniyak din ni Garcia na hinihintay na lamang ng kanilang tanggapan ang pinal na batas kaugnay sa reallocation ng pitong (7) seats mula sa lalawigan ng Sulu. Kung hindi masasapinal ang batas bago ang eleksyon, magpapatuloy umano ang COMELEC base sa kasalukuyang 25 district seats lamang na nakasaad sa BARMM Electoral Code.

Ipinahayag naman ni President Ebrahim na handang-handa na rin ang partido ng UBJP na lumahok sa kauna-unahang eleksyon sa BARMM. Aniya, malakas ang suporta ng liderato ng Moro Islamic Liberation Front (M**F) at ng kanilang partido upang maisakatuparan ang hinihintay na election ng Bangsamoro upang magkaroon na aniya ng malakas na mandato ang mga opisyal na hahawak sa pamahalaan.

Kasama ni Chairman Garcia sa pulong sina COMELEC Commissioner Ernesto Ferdinand Maceda Jr., Executive Director Teopisto Elnas Jr., at Spokesperson John Rex Laudiangco.

Samantala, si President Ebrahim naman ay kasama sina UBJP Party Vice President Mohagher Iqbal at iba pang opisyal ng partido.

Matapos ang pagpupulong, nagbigay rin sila ng pahayag sa mga miyembro ng media hinggil sa naging talakayan.

17/07/2025

Three-time grad rescheduling sparks student concerns

LANAO DEL SUR, Philippines – The abrupt rescheduling of Mindanao State University (MSU) Marawi's 61st Commencement Exercises has sparked widespread student outrage.

Scheduled for July 17th, the ceremony was postponed three times to July 22nd, then July 28th, and finally to July 24th.

This has caused significant financial hardship for graduating students due to pre-purchased tickets and other expenses rendered invalid by the changes.

Discontent also centers on the invited commencement speaker, Interim Chief Minister Abdulraof Macacua, whose unavailability, linked to the State of the Nation Address, necessitated the rescheduling.

"The announcement, made only weeks before the ceremony, has placed a burden on those who have long waited for one-in-a-lifetime moment," MSU student regent Edriane Shane Casipong's statement read.

Regent Casipong slammed the administration, citing the impact of the sudden change, student frustrations over pre-booked travel, prepared attire, and family schedules.

Read more Sulkry's report here: https://mindanaovarsitarian.wordpress.com/2025/07/06/three-time-grad-rescheduling-sparks-student-concerns/

15/07/2025

𝐀𝐬𝐬𝐚𝐥𝐚𝐦𝐮 𝐀𝐥𝐚𝐢𝐤𝐮𝐦 𝐰𝐚 𝐑𝐚𝐡𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐮𝐥𝐥𝐚𝐡𝐢 𝐰𝐚 𝐁𝐚𝐫𝐚𝐤𝐚𝐭𝐮𝐡.

We convey our warmest congratulations to Minister Mohagher Iqbal on his reappointment as Minister of Basic, Higher and Technical Education (MBHTE) by Chief Minister Hon. Abdulraof Macacua.

This reappointment is a clear affirmation of Minister Iqbal’s steadfast commitment to educational transformation in the Bangsamoro. A champion of peace as chief peace negotiator and a pillar of principled leadership, Minister Iqbal has laid a strong foundation for a system that upholds the values of inclusivity, excellence, and relevance, bringing education closer to every Bangsamoro child.

We also extend our heartfelt gratitude to the thousands of well wishers and all those who continue to uplift this mission through their prayers. Your unwavering support fuels our collective resolve.

As we move forward, we renew our commitment to peace education for the entire Bangsamoro people. Together, let us nurture minds and build a future rooted in justice, understanding, and unity.

May Allah (SWT) continue to bless your journey in service, and may MBHTE thrive in its mission to shape a just and educated Bangsamoro.

10/07/2025

MAGUINDANAO DEL NORTE — His Majesty’s Ambassador to the Philippines, Laure Beaufils, together with Lord Jack McConnell, former First Minister of Scotland and current member of the UK House of Lords, paid a courtesy exit visit to Moro Islamic Liberation Front (M**F) Central Committee Chairman Al Haj Murad Ebrahim on 14 Muharram 1447 AH / 8 July 2025.

The meeting, held at the Em Manor Hotel, Cotabato City, served as a reaffirmation of the United Kingdom’s continued support for the ongoing peace and reconciliation efforts in the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM).

Lord McConnell commended the Bangsamoro peace process as a model for peaceful conflict resolution, citing it as an inspiration for other regions facing prolonged disputes, including Algeria and Morocco. He expressed his hopes and prayers for the continued progress and success of peace initiatives in Mindanao.

Ambassador Beaufils, meanwhile, engaged in dialogue on recent developments, particularly the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) meetings held in Türkiye, where the Bangsamoro process was once again identified as a key priority for international engagement and support.

In response, Chairman Murad emphasized the uniqueness and enduring success of the M**F-Government of the Philippines Peace Process, describing it as one of the most comprehensive and resilient peace agreements in the world. He underscored the region’s significant transformation—from revolutionary struggle to governance, public service, and inclusive development for the Bangsamoro people.

Also present during the engagement were M**F Peace Implementing Panel Chair Mohagher Iqbal and BARMM Advisor Anna Snowgale Rupa, who extended her congratulations to the M**F and the United Bangsamoro Justice Party (UBJP) for their achievements in the recent national and local elections, as well as Second Secretary Nazra Abdi and Programme Officer Johnson Badaw from the UK Embassy.

The visit stands as a testament to the UK Government’s enduring commitment to peacebuilding, reconciliation, and inclusive development in the Bangsamoro region.

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09/07/2025

𝐎𝐯𝐞𝐫 𝟑𝟔,𝟎𝟎𝟎 𝐁𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐬𝐚𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐨 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐭𝐡 𝐮𝐩𝐥𝐢𝐟𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐭𝐡𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐠𝐡 𝐌𝐁𝐇𝐓𝐄 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐦𝐬

Under the leadership of Minister Mohagher M. Iqbal, the Ministry of Basic, Higher and Technical Education (MBHTE) has provided support to over 36,000 Bangsamoro youth through scholarship and skills training programs, facilitating their access to education as a means of escaping poverty.

The Access to Higher and Modern Education Scholarship Program (AHME-SP) has assisted 5,600 college students, each receiving ₱30,000 per semester in financial aid. Guided by the Higher Education Subsector’s objective of “one professional in every family,” this program provides opportunities for youth from remote and underserved areas to acquire degrees and contribute to the economic development of their households.

Concurrently, 30,620 youth have graduated from Technical-Vocational Education and Training (TVET) programs, acquiring practical skills in various fields such as welding, agriculture, bread and pastry production, carpentry, bookkeeping, information technology, among others. These graduates are now actively contributing to the local economy by establishing businesses, securing employment, and providing training to others.

These initiatives align with Minister Iqbal’s vision of inclusive, transparent, and transformative education. Through its investment in human capital, MBHTE is fostering peace and progress within the Bangsamoro region.

With each scholar and graduate, MBHTE continues to construct a future where no Bangsamoro learner is left behind.

09/07/2025

🚨 𝐂𝐀𝐋𝐋 𝐅𝐎𝐑 𝐄𝐍𝐓𝐑𝐈𝐄𝐒! 🚨

𝐔𝐁𝐉𝐏 𝐕𝐎𝐗𝐏𝐎𝐏𝐔𝐋𝐈 𝐕𝐈𝐃𝐄𝐎 𝐂𝐎𝐌𝐏𝐄𝐓𝐈𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍
𝑅𝑒𝑎𝑙 𝑆𝑡𝑜𝑟𝑖𝑒𝑠. 𝐺𝑒𝑛𝑢𝑖𝑛𝑒 𝑇𝑟𝑎𝑛𝑠𝑓𝑜𝑟𝑚𝑎𝑡𝑖𝑜𝑛𝑠. 𝑈𝑛𝑖𝑡𝑒𝑑 𝑤𝑖𝑡ℎ 𝑈𝐵𝐽𝑃

The 𝐔𝐁𝐉𝐏 invites our kapartids to join the 𝐔𝐁𝐉𝐏 𝐕𝐎𝐗𝐏𝐎𝐏𝐔𝐋𝐈 𝐕𝐢𝐝𝐞𝐨 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐞𝐭𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 to share your real stories and lived experiences with UBJP.

This competition offers an opportunity for individuals to express how the Party’s values, principles, and leadership have influenced their lives, empowered their communities, and strengthened their hopes for the future of the Bangsamoro region.

The UBJP believes that every voice matters, and by giving voice to real experiences, your stories could be the spark that uplifts and motivates others to believe in the power of unity and moral governance.

All interested individuals are invited to submit their entries in any of the following:
✅ 𝐃𝐨𝐜𝐮𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐫𝐲 𝐅𝐢𝐥𝐦
✅ 𝐂𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐒𝐡𝐨𝐫𝐭 𝐅𝐢𝐥𝐦
✅ 𝐒𝐩𝐨𝐤𝐞𝐧 𝐏𝐨𝐞𝐭𝐫𝐲 𝐕𝐢𝐝𝐞𝐨
✅ 𝐈𝐧𝐟𝐨𝐯𝐥𝐨𝐠

To join, participants are 𝐑𝐄𝐐𝐔𝐈𝐑𝐄𝐃 to accomplish and submit the Consent Form available here: https://tinyurl.com/3dctky95.

We also urge everyone to 𝐜𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐟𝐮𝐥𝐥𝐲 𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐝 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐥𝐞𝐭𝐞 𝐠𝐮𝐢𝐝𝐞𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐬, 𝐦𝐞𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐢𝐜𝐬, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐣𝐮𝐝𝐠𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐜𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐚 𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐯𝐢𝐝𝐞𝐝 𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐢𝐦𝐚𝐠𝐞𝐬 𝐛𝐞𝐥𝐨𝐰 𝐭𝐨 𝐞𝐧𝐬𝐮𝐫𝐞 𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐥𝐢𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐭𝐨 𝐡𝐞𝐥𝐩 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐜𝐫𝐚𝐟𝐭 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐛𝐞𝐬𝐭 𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐲.

🗓 Deadline for submission: 𝐉𝐮𝐥𝐲 𝟐𝟎, 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟓

𝐒𝐮𝐛𝐦𝐢𝐭 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐲 𝐧𝐨𝐰!

05/07/2025

𝐌𝐀𝐆-𝐈𝐍𝐆𝐀𝐓! 𝐇𝐔𝐖𝐀𝐆 𝐌𝐀𝐆𝐏𝐀𝐋𝐎𝐊𝐎 𝐒𝐀 𝐏𝐄𝐊𝐄𝐍𝐆 𝐀𝐂𝐂𝐎𝐔𝐍𝐓 𝐍𝐀 𝐇𝐔𝐌𝐈𝐇𝐈𝐍𝐆𝐈 𝐍𝐆 𝐓𝐔𝐋𝐎𝐍𝐆 𝐒𝐀 𝐍𝐆𝐀𝐋𝐀𝐍 𝐍𝐆 𝐕𝐈𝐂𝐄 𝐆𝐎𝐕𝐄𝐑𝐍𝐎𝐑

Isang pekeng Facebook account na nagpapanggap bilang si Vice Governor Hisham Nando ang kumakalat ngayon online, gamit ang kanyang pangalan at larawan upang manghingi umano ng tulong at donasyon sa mga mamamayan.

Mariing itinanggi ng opisyal ang koneksyon sa naturang account at nagbigay babala sa publiko na huwag basta-bastang maniwala sa mga mensahe o kahina-hinalang kahilingan sa social media.

05/07/2025

03/07/2025

30/06/2025

𝐂𝐇𝐄𝐂𝐊 𝐎𝐔𝐓 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐍𝐄𝐖 𝐑𝐀𝐓𝐄𝐒

BARMM approves ₱50 wage hike. Through Wage Order No. BARMM-04, the new minimum wage will take effect on July 17, 2025, boosting daily wages for private sector workers.

Download wage order here: https://tinyurl.run/ZaG9Nq
Read full story: https://tinyurl.run/oMg14k

30/06/2025

"𝐇𝐢𝐧𝐝𝐢 𝐧𝐚𝐦𝐢𝐧 𝐦𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐡𝐚𝐧 𝐤𝐮𝐧𝐠 𝐛𝐚𝐤𝐢𝐭 𝐦𝐚𝐲 𝐦𝐠𝐚 𝐭𝐚𝐨 𝐨 𝐠𝐫𝐮𝐩𝐨 𝐧𝐚 𝐠𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐨𝐧𝐠 𝐩𝐚𝐡𝐚𝐛𝐚𝐢𝐧 𝐩𝐚 𝐚𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐬𝐲𝐨𝐧, 𝐠𝐚𝐲𝐨𝐧𝐠 𝐚𝐧𝐠 𝐌𝐈𝐋𝐅 𝐚𝐲 𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐚𝐠𝐚𝐥 𝐧𝐚𝐧𝐠 𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐚 𝐚𝐭 𝐛𝐮𝐨 𝐚𝐧𝐠 𝐝𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐤𝐚𝐬𝐲𝐨𝐧 𝐧𝐚 𝐝𝐚𝐩𝐚𝐭 𝐢𝐭𝐮𝐥𝐨𝐲 𝐚𝐧𝐠 𝐡𝐚𝐥𝐚𝐥𝐚𝐧. 𝐀𝐧𝐠 𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐮𝐦𝐚𝐧𝐠 𝐦𝐚𝐦𝐮𝐦𝐮𝐧𝐨 𝐬𝐚 𝐁𝐀𝐑𝐌𝐌 𝐚𝐲 𝐝𝐚𝐩𝐚𝐭 𝐢𝐛𝐨𝐭𝐨 𝐚𝐭 𝐩𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐢𝐧 𝐦𝐢𝐬𝐦𝐨 𝐧𝐠 𝐦𝐚𝐦𝐚𝐦𝐚𝐲𝐚𝐧𝐠 𝐁𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐬𝐚𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐨,"

Mohagher Iqbal
UBJP Vice President and Co- Chairman IRGB

22/06/2025

𝐂𝐚𝐥𝐥 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐀𝐩𝐩𝐥𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬: 𝐀𝐥𝐛𝐮𝐤𝐡𝐚𝐫𝐲 𝐈𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐔𝐧𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐒𝐜𝐡𝐨𝐥𝐚𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐦

Albukhary International University (AIU), Malaysia, is a private, non-profit educational institution committed to providing opportunities for talented and deserving individuals, particularly those from underprivileged backgrounds, to pursue higher education.

AIU is pleased to announce that 𝐀𝐏𝐏𝐋𝐈𝐂𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍𝐒 𝐀𝐑𝐄 𝐍𝐎𝐖 𝐎𝐏𝐄𝐍 for the AIU International Scholarship Program.

This scholarship is available to international applicants and offers benefits, including:

-Full coverage of tuition fees
-Accommodation fees
-Monthly meal allowance

Interested applicants are invited to submit their applications online through the Albukhary International University official website and also to the Office of the Director General for Higher Education at the Bangsamoro Government Center, Cotabato City.

𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐥𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐝𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐞 𝐢𝐬 𝟑𝟏 𝐉𝐮𝐥𝐲 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟓.

For detailed information on available programs, admission requirements, and application procedures, please visit the official website at 🌐 https://aiu.edu.my. For further inquiries, you may contact the university via email at [email protected] or by telephone at +60 4 774 7300.

Albukhary International University looks forward to welcoming outstanding international scholars into its academic community.