10/04/2026
We proudly honor one of the finest Sibug in the Philippines! Tito Datu Joseph Guabong Sibug (Datu Otep), the Supreme Datu of the Manobos.
Happy Birthday to a remarkable man whose legacy continues to inspire generations. Your leadership, wisdom, and dedication are a source of pride to our family and community.
We are truly proud of your legacy! May God continue to bless your family with strength, good health’
Happy Birthday to a man whose legacy continues to inspire generations —my father, Datu Joseph Guabong Sibug (Datu Otep), the Supreme Datu of the Manobos.
Even if time passes and leaders stand alone in their journey, your life’s work reminds us that true leadership is never lonely. You made the voice of Indigenous Peoples heard across the Philippines, traveling through Luzon, Visayas, and Mindanao to uplift communities and protect their rights and dignity. As one of the tribal leaders who helped shape the IPRA Law, your vision and courage opened doors for many and strengthened the future of Indigenous Peoples in our nation.
Those who lived during your time still speak of your wisdom, your strength, and your compassionate heart. They remember not only the great Datu you were, but the kind and selfless leader who touched countless lives. Your legacy is unmatched, and the values you left behind for your family remain a guiding light that no one can ever replace.
On this special day, we celebrate your life and honor your memory. May your spirit continue to guide your children, grand children, and the entire Sibug family.
May the wisdom, courage, and love you shared live on through them for generations to come.
Happy Birthday, Datu Otep Your legacy lives on, and your light continues to guide us. i miss you pang.
Jason Roy Sibug Cons. Jason Roy Sibug