NPA now ‘leaderless,’ down to 1 ‘weakened’ guerrilla front – NSC

THE NEW People’s Army (NPA) is now “leaderless” and only has one remaining “weakened’ guerrilla front that is expected to be dismantled within the year, the National Security Council (NSC) said Wednesday.

Security exec says PBBM won't abolish NTF-ELCAC

PRESIDENT FERDINAND R. Marcos Jr. has “made it clear” that he will not abolish the National Task Force to End Local Communist Armed Conflict (NTF-ELCAC), National Security Council (NSC) Assistant Director General Jonathan Malaya said Wednesday.

2 PCG ships damaged in latest Chinese harassment in WPS

THE NATIONAL Task Force for the West Philippine Sea (NTF-WPS) announced that two Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) vessels were damaged after being subjected to "unlawful and aggressive maneuvers" by China Coast Guard (CCG) ships while en route to Patag and Lawak Islands early Monday.

PH denies China's environmental damage claim vs. BRP Sierra Madre

THE NATIONAL Task Force for the West Philippine Sea (NTF-WPS) on Tuesday belied China's claims that the Philippine Navy ship BRP Sierra Madre (LS-57) is causing massive environmental damage to the Ayungin Shoal.

No imminent attack from China, NSC says on Imee’s missile threat claim

THE NATIONAL Security Council (NSC) said Wednesday it sees “no threat of any imminent attack” from China, even as Senator Imee Marcos claimed that more than 20 areas in the country were potential targets of Chinese hypersonic missiles.

Security exec: SC ruling didn't say NTF-ELCAC a 'red-tagger'

THE NATIONAL Security Council (NSC) on Monday dismissed calls made by leftist groups calling for the abolition of the National Task Force to End Local Communist Armed Conflict (NTF-ELCAC).

Security exec: More countries seeking defense agreements with PH

SEVERAL COUNTRIES are willing to assist the Philippines in enhancing its defense capabilities through a Visiting Forces Agreement (VFA) or military exercises.

Security exec: More allies seen to join PH patrols in WPS

MORE ALLIES are expected to join the Philippines in its patrol activities in the West Philippine Sea (WPS), an official of the National Security Council (NSC) said Monday.

DILG backs NSC decision to block websites affiliated with commies

THE DEPARTMENT of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) defended the decision of the National Security Council (NSC) and the National Telecommunications Commission (NTC) to restrict the websites of groups and organizations promoting or affiliated with communist rebel group and its political front. 

Facebook shuts down e-Sabong pages

FACEBOOK or Meta Platforms, Inc. has finally shut down several social media pages operating illegal on-line cockfighting or “e-Sabong,” according to Interior Undersecretary Jonathan Malaya.

DILG seeks ban on sale of medicines in sari-sari stores

THE INTERIOR Department has urged local governments across the country to enact an ordinance banning the sale of medicines following reports on the proliferation of fake medicines being sold in convenience or “sari-sari” stores.

Protect journalists, media workers from poll violence: DILG

INTERIOR SECRETARY Eduardo Año has vowed to protect the safety of journalists and media workers in their line of duty ahead of the May polls when violence against the members of the Fourth Estate is notably rampant because of their reports.

DILG warns public on fake vax cards

THE INTERIOR Department warned the public against so-called “Covid-19 Vaccination Exemption Card” that can allegedly be used by unvaccinated individuals to be exempted from stay at home orders, ride public transportation, and enjoy other privileges.

Unvaccinated people now restricted at home

PRESIDENT DUTERTE has ordered all barangay officials to restrict the movement of unvaccinated people in their respective areas following the spike in Covid-19 cases in many parts of the country.

Business establishments warned

THE DEPARTMENT of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) has warned commercial establishments to strictly comply with the public health protocols, saying those who violate the order may lose their business permits.

Zambo puts up layers of protection vs. Covid-19

THE ZAMBOANGA City Government reminded travellers coming here to register online and use the Safe, Swift, and Smart Passage (S-PaSS) Travel Management System.

Zambo Covid cases high

ZAMBOANGA CITY recorded a steady spike in coronavirus infections from just under three dozen last month to over 100 following the easing of travel restrictions by the national task force on Covid-19. 

IATF approves uniform protocols on local travel

‘No more Covid tests unless LGU requires it’

THE NATIONAL task force on Covid-19 has eased travel restrictions, including documentary requirements for travellers across the country.

Road-clearing operations continue

ZAMBOANGA MAYOR Beng Climaco ordered barangay officials not only to help the local government in clearing public roads and spaces of all obstruction, but to maintain the campaign in an effort to preserve all the hard work of all those involved in President Rodrigo Duterte’s directives.

DILG extends road clearing campaign

KIDAPAWAN CITY – The Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) extended anew the deadline of the Road Clearing Operation 2.0 (RCO 2.0) to February 15 in consideration of the need of local government units (LGUs) to immediately prepare their local Covid -19 vaccination plans.