Tag: Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (ARMM)

PNP: Almost 8,000 barangays classified as election hotspots

(Eagle News) – The Philippine National Police said so far, almost 8000 barangays were included in its list of election hotspots. PNP Spokesperson Chief Superintendent John Bulalacao said that as of May 6, 2018, the 7,915 barangays were in that category because of the presence of election-related violence. The Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (ARMM) has the largest number of hotspots with 1,415 barangays; followed by Bicol Region with 1,304; and by  Soccsksargen with 661. Bulalacao […]

VP Robredo calls for “calm,” tells public to “be supportive” of government, amid threats from terrorists in Marawi

(Eagle News) — Vice President Leni Robredo called for calm on Wednesday, saying now was the time to “unite” in the face of terrorist threats in Mindanao. “Makakatulong tayo ng malaki sa mga sundalo kung kalmado lang tayo…Panahon ito na magkaisa tayo. Magtiwala tayo sa ating mga sundalo..,” she said in an ambush interview with reporters after her meeting with military officials in Camp Aguinaldo. She also asked the public to be “responsible,” noting that “a lot” of […]