National Commission on Muslim Filipinos-Region 10

02/09/2026

𝐍𝐂𝐌𝐅-𝟏𝟎 𝐇𝐎𝐋𝐃𝐒 𝐂𝐎𝐎𝐑𝐃𝐈𝐍𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍 𝐌𝐄𝐄𝐓𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐎𝐍 𝐑𝐄𝐏𝐎𝐑𝐓𝐄𝐃 𝐇𝐈𝐉𝐀𝐁 𝐑𝐄𝐒𝐓𝐑𝐈𝐂𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍 𝐀𝐌𝐎𝐍𝐆 𝐍𝐔𝐑𝐒𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐒𝐓𝐔𝐃𝐄𝐍𝐓𝐒 𝐈𝐍 𝐈𝐋𝐈𝐆𝐀𝐍 𝐂𝐈𝐓𝐘

The NCMF - Northern Mindanao (NCMF-X) held a coordination meeting at Al-Jalis As-Salih (The Good Companion), Inc. in Barangay Palao, Iligan City to discuss reports concerning the restriction on the wearing of hijab by Muslim nursing students.

The meeting was held upon the invitation of Al-Jalis As-Salih CEO Ustadh Abdul Jabbar Montañer and was attended by representatives from various Muslim student associations in Iligan City. Representing NCMF-X were Chief Atty. Shayma A. Abdullah and Mohammad Shuaib H. Batara, SCL of the Legal Division, and the Iligan City Field Office headed by Chief Jamaloddin P. Muti, represented by Aisha Camal.

The discussion focused on reports that a local higher education institution is preventing Muslim nursing students from wearing hijab during their capping ceremony and while on duty.

The concerned parties were requested to submit written statements and gather signatures to formally document their concerns. The NCMF team also shared that the Regional Office had handled a similar case in 2024, which resulted in a favorable decision.

NCMF Region X, together with Al-Jalis As-Salih, will initiate a dialogue with the concerned school officials to discuss the matter and seek an appropriate resolution.

NCMF-X, under the leadership of Regional Director Dr. Abdulnasser P. Masorong, Jr., CESO III, remains committed to protecting the religious rights and welfare of Muslim Filipinos, especially Muslim women, and students.

02/09/2026

𝐍𝐂𝐌𝐅-𝐗 𝐈𝐋𝐈𝐆𝐀𝐍 𝐂𝐈𝐓𝐘 𝐅𝐈𝐄𝐋𝐃 𝐎𝐅𝐅𝐈𝐂𝐄 𝐒𝐄𝐑𝐕𝐄𝐒 𝐁𝐀𝐑𝐀𝐍𝐆𝐀𝐘 𝐓𝐀𝐌𝐁𝐀𝐂𝐀𝐍 𝐓𝐇𝐑𝐎𝐔𝐆𝐇 𝐒𝐄𝐑𝐁𝐈𝐒𝐘𝐎 𝐂𝐀𝐑𝐀𝐕𝐀𝐍

The NCMF-X Iligan City Field Office brought its services closer to residents of Barangay Tambacan, Iligan City during the Asenso Iliganon Serbisyo Caravan on August 25, 2026.

Led by Field Office Head Chief Jamaloddin P. Muti, the team provided several services and assistance, including the issuance of Certificates of Tribal Membership (CTM), information on NCMF programs and services, identification of potential beneficiaries for TESDA skills training, and profiling of local masjid and madrasah.

This was the 4th NCMF-X participation in the city-wide outreach program of the City Government of Iligan, reflecting the agency’s continuing effort to bring government services directly to communities.

The activity was supported by Sittie Asiah H. Camama, Ikenar Balt, and Albanie G**o of the Iligan City Field Office; Mohammad Balt of the Cultural Affairs Division; and OJT Mohammad Jaafar D. Bansao of St. Michael’s College.

With the guidance of Regional Director Dr. Abdulnasser P. Masorong, Jr., CESO III, NCMF-X continues to reach communities on the ground and ensure that its programs, services, and opportunities are accessible to those who need them most.

02/09/2026

𝐍𝐂𝐌𝐅-𝐗 𝐖𝐄𝐋𝐂𝐎𝐌𝐄𝐒 𝐀𝐍𝐃 𝐄𝐍𝐆𝐀𝐆𝐄𝐒 𝐂𝐎𝐌𝐌𝐈𝐒𝐒𝐈𝐎𝐍𝐄𝐑 𝐍𝐔𝐒𝐊𝐀 𝐈𝐍 𝐏𝐑𝐎𝐃𝐔𝐂𝐓𝐈𝐕𝐄 𝐃𝐈𝐀𝐋𝐎𝐆𝐔𝐄 𝐀𝐍𝐃 𝐔𝐏𝐃𝐀𝐓𝐄𝐒

The NCMF-Northern Mindanao Regional Office warmly welcomed Commissioner Bai a Labi Baicon Cayongcat-Nuska during her regional visit on August 24, 2026. She was received by the NCMF-X family led by Regional Director Dr. Abdulnasser P. Masorong, Jr., CESO III.

During her visit, Commissioner Nuska updated the employees on the accomplishments of the Commission En Banc and highlighted several resolutions and measures she sponsored, particularly those concerning Halal, Hajj, disaster preparedness, and other important programs for Muslim Filipinos.

An open forum followed, where Regional Director Masorong briefed the Commissioner on the ongoing programs and initiatives of NCMF-X, as well as upcoming activities. Employees also took the opportunity to raise questions, share concerns, and offer ideas relevant to their respective divisions.

Also present during the visit were Chief Administrative Officer Atty. Mohammad Hussien B. Lucman, Cultural Affairs Division Chief Asleah F. Dimaporo, SEDD Acting Chief Harimah Maruhom-Basman, and MSD Acting Chief Mohammad G. Naga, together with the NCMF-X staff.

The visit provided a meaningful opportunity for open discussion, sharing of updates, and strengthening coordination between the Commission En Banc and the Regional Office.

Commissioner Nuska was also the Guest Speaker during the opening ceremony of the 4th Muslim Youth Conference on August 18, 2026, where she shared her insights and encouragement with young Muslim leaders.

NCMF-X sincerely thanks Commissioner Nuska for the productive visit and looks forward to more meaningful collaborations in the days ahead.

02/09/2026

VERSE OF THE WEEK

This verse highlights two powerful shields against Allah’s punishment: the physical presence of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ and the ongoing practice of seeking forgiveness (istighfar).

It reassures us that as long as we keep turning back to Allah SWT in sincere repentance, His mercy will always outweigh His anger.

In hard times, making istighfar a daily habit gives us immediate comfort and constant spiritual protection.

01/09/2026

𝐍𝐂𝐌𝐅-𝐗 𝐇𝐈𝐆𝐇𝐋𝐈𝐆𝐇𝐓𝐒 𝐌𝐔𝐒𝐋𝐈𝐌 𝐋𝐀𝐖𝐒 𝐈𝐍 𝐂𝐑𝐕𝐒 𝐑𝐄𝐆𝐈𝐎𝐍𝐀𝐋 𝐂𝐎𝐍𝐕𝐄𝐍𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍

As part of the 4th CRVS (Civil Registration and Vital Statistics) Regional Convention of the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA-X), Mr. Jamaloddin P. Muti, JD, SCL, Chief of the Peacebuilding and Conflict Resolution Division of NCMF Region X, served as resource speaker for Session 7: “Understanding Muslim Laws and Their Application in Civil Registration” on August 18–20, 2026.

The session gave civil registrars, barangay officials, and partner agencies a practical understanding of Muslim laws and how these apply to civil registration, particularly on birth, marriage, divorce, death, and other civil status concerns of Muslim Filipinos.

Chief Muti highlighted P.D. No. 1083 or the Code of Muslim Personal Laws of the Philippines, stressing the importance of knowing and properly applying the law when serving Muslim constituents.

The discussion also emphasized that civil registration is not only about legal and technical procedures. Cultural sensitivity, understanding, and respect for the religious and personal laws of Muslim Filipinos are equally important.

The session helped strengthen the shared commitment of NCMF, PSA, civil registrars, LGUs, and partner agencies toward a more accurate, inclusive, and culturally responsive civil registration system.

01/09/2026

𝟒𝐓𝐇 𝐌𝐔𝐒𝐋𝐈𝐌 𝐘𝐎𝐔𝐓𝐇 𝐂𝐎𝐍𝐅𝐄𝐑𝐄𝐍𝐂𝐄 𝐂𝐎𝐍𝐂𝐋𝐔𝐃𝐄𝐃

The 4th Muslim Youth Conference concluded on August 20, 2026 at Chali Resort and Conference Center, Cagayan de Oro City, after three days of learning, leadership development, fellowship, and cultural exchange.

Day 3 opened with “Artificial Intelligence and Islamic Ethics: Guiding Muslim Youth in the Digital Age,” facilitated by former NCMF Chief of Staff Norodin B. Lomondot, an IT consultant. The session encouraged the youth to navigate the digital world responsibly while remaining guided by Islamic values and ethics.

The participants (grouped by student/youth organization) then presented their Community Planning and Pitching of Proposals, putting into action the lessons and ideas developed throughout the conference. Three proposals were selected as the best and will be implemented next year by the respective organizations in partnership with NCMF Northern Mindanao:

• Iligan Youth Mental Health Advocates (IYMHA)
• Xavier-Ateneo Siraj Muslim Religious Organization
• MSU-IIT Muslim Students Association (MIMSA)

Individual and group awards were also presented to participants who stood out throughout the three-day conference. Recognitions included Emerging Leaders – Amer Nassif Datu-Dacula of MSU Senior High School and Haya Mamao of MSU-IIT; Most Engaged Participants – Saud Salic of MSU-IIT and Sittie Aina Mangotara of Iligan Capitol College; and the Excellence in Unity Award for Team Binaning (“Bolaw-One”). Awards were also given for Joy Bringer, Friendship Ambassador, Best Group Chant, and Best Group Logo.

Before the closing, each group shared their reflections and key takeaways, followed by the signing of the Commitment Wall, a simple but meaningful expression of their commitment to put what they learned into action.

Chief Esmail Carim delivered the closing remarks, marking the end of three meaningful days of learning, connection, and growth.

NCMF Northern Mindanao, under Regional Director Dr. Abdulnasser Masorong Jr., CESO III, extends its sincere appreciation to the Hanns Seidel Foundation – Philippines, all participants, resource persons, organizers, and facilitators, particularly the Peace Building and Conflict Resolution Division led by Chief Jamaloddin Muti, who made the 4th Muslim Youth Conference a meaningful and memorable experience. Alhamdulillah!

The conference may be over, but the real work begins now.

𝐊𝐚𝐩𝐚𝐦𝐚𝐠𝐨𝐠𝐨𝐩𝐚: 𝐔𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐛𝐲 𝐎𝐮𝐫 𝐇𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐚𝐠𝐞, 𝐄𝐦𝐩𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐝 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐅𝐮𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞.

01/09/2026

𝐍𝐂𝐌𝐅-𝐗 𝐈𝐋𝐈𝐆𝐀𝐍 𝐂𝐈𝐓𝐘 𝐅𝐈𝐄𝐋𝐃 𝐎𝐅𝐅𝐈𝐂𝐄 𝐑𝐄𝐀𝐂𝐇𝐄𝐒 𝐁𝐀𝐑𝐀𝐍𝐆𝐀𝐘 𝐁𝐀𝐆𝐎𝐍𝐆 𝐒𝐈𝐋𝐀𝐍𝐆 𝐓𝐇𝐑𝐎𝐔𝐆𝐇 𝐒𝐄𝐑𝐁𝐈𝐒𝐘𝐎 𝐂𝐀𝐑𝐀𝐕𝐀𝐍

The NCMF-X Iligan City Field Office joined the Asenso Iliganon Serbisyo Caravan on August 18, 2026, in Barangay Bagong Silang, Iligan City, bringing government services and assistance closer to the community.

Led by Iligan City Field Office Head Chief Jamaloddin P. Muti, the NCMF-X team provided Certificates of Tribal Membership (CTM), shared information on NCMF programs and services, identified potential beneficiaries for TESDA skills training, and conducted profiling of the local masjid and madrasah.

This was the third NCMF-X participation in the city-wide outreach initiative of the City Government of Iligan.

The activity was carried out by Sittie Asiah H. Camama, Ikenar Balt, and Albanie G**o of the Iligan City Field Office; Mohammad Balt of the Cultural Affairs Division; and OJT Mohammad Jaafar D. Bansao of St. Michael’s College.

Through initiatives like this, NCMF-X, under Regional Director Dr. Abdulnasser P. Masorong, Jr., CESO III, continues to bring government services closer to Muslim communities and other cultural communities in Northern Mindanao.

30/08/2026

HADITH OF THE WEEK

This hadith completely changes how we view difficult times... hardships are not always a sign of punishment, but often a sign of divine love.

Just as gold is purified by heat, Allah SWT uses trials to cleanse us, strengthen our faith, and raise our status.

When life gets tough, it helps to remember that patience through a test is actually proof of being cared for by Allah SWT.

28/08/2026

𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟕 𝐇𝐀𝐉𝐉 𝐀𝐃𝐕𝐈𝐒𝐎𝐑𝐘
𝟐𝟕 𝐀𝐮𝐠𝐮𝐬𝐭 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔

𝗦𝗰𝗵𝗲𝗱𝘂𝗹𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟳 𝗦𝘁𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗮𝗿𝗱 𝗛𝗮𝗷𝗷 𝗙𝗲𝗲𝘀

𝙏𝙝𝙚 𝙘𝙤𝙢𝙢𝙚𝙣𝙘𝙚𝙢𝙚𝙣𝙩 𝙤𝙛 𝙥𝙖𝙮𝙢𝙚𝙣𝙩 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙤𝙣𝙡𝙞𝙣𝙚 𝙧𝙚𝙜𝙞𝙨𝙩𝙧𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣 𝙛𝙤𝙧 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟳 𝙃𝙖𝙟𝙟 𝙨𝙚𝙖𝙨𝙤𝙣, 𝙖𝙡𝙤𝙣𝙜 𝙬𝙞𝙩𝙝 𝙩𝙝𝙚𝙞𝙧 𝙘𝙤𝙧𝙧𝙚𝙨𝙥𝙤𝙣𝙙𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙜𝙪𝙞𝙙𝙚𝙡𝙞𝙣𝙚𝙨, 𝙬𝙞𝙡𝙡 𝙗𝙚 𝙖𝙣𝙣𝙤𝙪𝙣𝙘𝙚𝙙 𝙞𝙣 𝙙𝙪𝙚 𝙘𝙤𝙪𝙧𝙨𝙚.

𝐅𝐑𝐎𝐌 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐂𝐄𝐍𝐓𝐑𝐀𝐋 𝐎𝐅𝐅𝐈𝐂𝐄: 𝐁𝐔𝐑𝐄𝐀𝐔 𝐎𝐅 𝐏𝐈𝐋𝐆𝐑𝐈𝐌𝐀𝐆𝐄 𝐀𝐍𝐃 𝐄𝐍𝐃𝐎𝐖𝐌𝐄𝐍𝐓

𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟕 𝐇𝐀𝐉𝐉 𝐀𝐃𝐕𝐈𝐒𝐎𝐑𝐘
𝟐𝟕 𝐀𝐮𝐠𝐮𝐬𝐭 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔

𝗦𝗰𝗵𝗲𝗱𝘂𝗹𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟳 𝗦𝘁𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗮𝗿𝗱 𝗛𝗮𝗷𝗷 𝗙𝗲𝗲𝘀

𝙏𝙝𝙚 𝙘𝙤𝙢𝙢𝙚𝙣𝙘𝙚𝙢𝙚𝙣𝙩 𝙤𝙛 𝙥𝙖𝙮𝙢𝙚𝙣𝙩 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙤𝙣𝙡𝙞𝙣𝙚 𝙧𝙚𝙜𝙞𝙨𝙩𝙧𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣 𝙛𝙤𝙧 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟳 𝙃𝙖𝙟𝙟 𝙨𝙚𝙖𝙨𝙤𝙣, 𝙖𝙡𝙤𝙣𝙜 𝙬𝙞𝙩𝙝 𝙩𝙝𝙚𝙞𝙧 𝙘𝙤𝙧𝙧𝙚𝙨𝙥𝙤𝙣𝙙𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙜𝙪𝙞𝙙𝙚𝙡𝙞𝙣𝙚𝙨, 𝙬𝙞𝙡𝙡 𝙗𝙚 𝙖𝙣𝙣𝙤𝙪𝙣𝙘𝙚𝙙 𝙞𝙣 𝙙𝙪𝙚 𝙘𝙤𝙪𝙧𝙨𝙚.

28/08/2026

𝐃𝐀𝐘 𝟐 𝐎𝐅 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝟒𝐓𝐇 𝐌𝐔𝐒𝐋𝐈𝐌 𝐘𝐎𝐔𝐓𝐇 𝐂𝐎𝐍𝐅𝐄𝐑𝐄𝐍𝐂𝐄: 𝐄𝐐𝐔𝐈𝐏𝐏𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐘𝐎𝐔𝐍𝐆 𝐋𝐄𝐀𝐃𝐄𝐑𝐒, 𝐂𝐄𝐋𝐄𝐁𝐑𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐎𝐔𝐑 𝐇𝐄𝐑𝐈𝐓𝐀𝐆𝐄

On August 19, 2026 , the second day (Day 2) of the 4th Muslim Youth Conference (MYC), organized by NCMF Northern Mindanao in partnership with the Hanns Seidel Foundation–Philippines, held in Chali Resort and Conference Center, Cagayan de Oro City featured learning sessions focused on legal awareness, strategic leadership, and peacebuilding.

Chief Atty. Shayma Abdullah discussed “Laws Relating to the Muslim Youth,” covering PD 1083 (Code of Muslim Personal Laws), RA 11596 (Anti-Child Marriage Law), Fake News, and the Juvenile Justice and Welfare System.

This was followed by “Strategic Planning for Youth Leaders” by Acting Chief Mohammad Naga; which helped participants translate leadership aspirations into clear goals and actionable plans.

The conference also featured “Introduction to Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR),” facilitated by DMO IV Jamelah Lomondot-Barra, and “Conflict Mediation,” facilitated by Chief Jamaloddin Muti, strengthening understanding of peaceful approaches to managing and resolving conflicts.

The learning sessions concluded with “Rooted in Faith, Ready for the Future: The Role of the New Generation of Muslim Youth Leaders in Changing Times,” delivered by Professor Mohammad Jihan Macarambon of MSU-Marawi City, encouraging the new generation to remain rooted in faith and heritage while responding to the challenges of changing times.

The highlight of Day 2 was the Cultural Night, where participants proudly showcased their traditional cultural attires, while each group presented cultural performances.

The evening celebrated heritage, strengthened fellowship, and created meaningful memories among the young Muslim leaders. Awards were also given for Datu and Bae of the 4th MYC, Best Group Presentation, and Best Cultural Attire – Male and Female.

Day 2 of the 4th MYC emphasized that effective leadership is strengthened by knowledge, faith, cultural identity, peaceful engagement, and a clear vision for the future.