5th Mechanized Infantry "Kaagapay" Battalion

05/09/2026

Ensuring peace and security for the people of Lanao Del Norte.

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Armor Pambato Division
2nd Mechanized Infantry "Magbalantay" Brigade, Armor Div, PA
1st Infantry "Tabak" Division, Philippine Army
51st Mechanized Infantry "Mawarao" Company
52nd Mechanized Infantry "Masaligan" Company
53rd Mechanized Infantry “Magkuno” Company

03/09/2026

02/09/2026

01/09/2026

𝟓𝐓𝐇 𝐌𝐄𝐂𝐇𝐀𝐍𝐈𝐙𝐄𝐃 𝐈𝐍𝐅𝐀𝐍𝐓𝐑𝐘 𝐁𝐀𝐓𝐓𝐀𝐋𝐈𝐎𝐍 𝐒𝐔𝐏𝐏𝐎𝐑𝐓𝐒 𝐇𝐔𝐌𝐀𝐍𝐈𝐓𝐀𝐑𝐈𝐀𝐍 𝐅𝐎𝐎𝐃 𝐏𝐀𝐂𝐊 𝐃𝐈𝐒𝐓𝐑𝐈𝐁𝐔𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍 𝐈𝐍 𝐋𝐀𝐍𝐀𝐎 𝐃𝐄𝐋 𝐍𝐎𝐑𝐓𝐄

𝗟𝗔𝗡𝗔𝗢 𝗗𝗘𝗟 𝗡𝗢𝗥𝗧𝗘– On 28–29 August 2026, the 5th Mechanized Infantry Battalion, Philippine Army, under the leadership of Lieutenant Colonel Filemon I. Tan Jr., Acting Commanding Officer, provided security and transportation assistance during the food pack distribution conducted in the municipalities of Maigo, Bacolod, and Tangcal, Lanao del Norte.

The humanitarian activity was initiated by the Office of the Vice President (OVP) and led by Ms. Rowella Q. Binobo, Assistant Lead, WMSO, Office of the Vice President, in partnership with JCI–Lanao del Norte, represented by Ms. Modesta C. Buendia.

Throughout the activity, personnel of the 5Mech Bn worked alongside partner organizations and local stakeholders to help ensure that the distribution was conducted safely, peacefully, and in an orderly manner. The Battalion also provided transportation assistance, helping facilitate the movement of personnel and resources and ensuring the efficient delivery of food packs to the intended beneficiaries.

The activity reached various beneficiaries, including members of the M**F 125th Base Command and residents from surrounding communities. Beyond the provision of food assistance, the initiative provided an opportunity to bring people together and demonstrate how cooperation among government institutions, civic organizations, peace stakeholders, and local communities can help bring essential assistance closer to those who need it.

The participation of the 5Mech Bn reflects its continuing commitment to supporting humanitarian and community-centered initiatives. By working closely with various stakeholders, the Battalion helps create a safe and supportive environment where government services and humanitarian programs can be delivered effectively and peacefully.

For the men and women of the 5Mech Bn, service goes beyond security operations. It also means being present when communities need assistance, supporting partners in reaching the people, and fostering relationships built on trust, respect, cooperation, and shared commitment to peace and development.

As the Battalion continues to serve the people of Lanao del Norte, it remains committed to being a reliable partner in initiatives that promote peace, security, humanitarian assistance, and community development.

𝐒𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐩𝐮𝐫𝐩𝐨𝐬𝐞. 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐭𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐢𝐭𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭. 𝐒𝐮𝐩𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐩𝐞𝐨𝐩𝐥𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐋𝐚𝐧𝐚𝐨 𝐝𝐞𝐥 𝐍𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐞.







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Armor Pambato Division
2nd Mechanized Infantry "Magbalantay" Brigade, Armor Div, PA
1st Infantry "Tabak" Division, Philippine Army
51st Mechanized Infantry "Mawarao" Company
52nd Mechanized Infantry "Masaligan" Company
53rd Mechanized Infantry “Magkuno” Company

01/09/2026

𝟓𝐓𝐇 𝐌𝐄𝐂𝐇𝐀𝐍𝐈𝐙𝐄𝐃 𝐈𝐍𝐅𝐀𝐍𝐓𝐑𝐘 𝐁𝐀𝐓𝐓𝐀𝐋𝐈𝐎𝐍 𝐒𝐓𝐀𝐍𝐃𝐒 𝐑𝐄𝐀𝐃𝐘 𝐓𝐎 𝐊𝐄𝐄𝐏 𝐋𝐀𝐍𝐀𝐎 𝐃𝐄𝐋 𝐍𝐎𝐑𝐓𝐄 𝐒𝐀𝐅𝐄

𝗟𝗔𝗡𝗔𝗢 𝗗𝗘𝗟 𝗡𝗢𝗥𝗧𝗘– For the men and women of the 5th Mechanized Infantry Battalion, keeping communities safe is not just a responsibility—it is a commitment to the people they serve.

Under the leadership of Lieutenant Colonel Filemon I. Tan Jr., Acting Commanding Officer, the Battalion continues to maintain a visible security presence across the thirteen (13) municipalities within its Area of Operations through mobile patrols, show of force, and checkpoint operations.

These activities are part of the Battalion’s ongoing efforts to keep communities peaceful and secure, prevent potential threats, and provide residents with a sense of safety as they go about their daily lives.

While Lanao del Norte is not part of the BARMM Parliamentary Elections, the Battalion remains ready and vigilant in support of the broader peace and security efforts in neighboring areas during the election period. Through close coordination with local government units, the Philippine National Police, partner agencies, and community leaders, the unit continues to work with stakeholders to address security concerns and maintain a peaceful environment.

For every soldier on patrol, the mission goes beyond simply being present. It is about being there when the community needs them, building trust with the people, and doing their part to preserve the peace that communities deserve.

The Battalion believes that lasting security is built not only through readiness and vigilance, but also through cooperation, understanding, and strong relationships with the people.

As it continues to serve the province, the 5th Mechanized Infantry Battalion remains committed to performing its duties with professionalism, discipline, respect for human rights, and genuine concern for the communities it serves.

𝐑𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐲 𝐭𝐨 𝐬𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐞. 𝐑𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐲 𝐭𝐨 𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐭𝐞𝐜𝐭. 𝐑𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐲 𝐭𝐨 𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐩𝐞𝐨𝐩𝐥𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐋𝐚𝐧𝐚𝐨 𝐝𝐞𝐥 𝐍𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐞.

𝐂𝐀𝐏𝐀𝐁𝐋𝐄 𝐀𝐍𝐃 𝐂𝐎𝐌𝐌𝐈𝐓𝐓𝐄𝐃.
𝐊𝐄𝐄𝐏𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐋𝐀𝐍𝐀𝐎 𝐃𝐄𝐋 𝐍𝐎𝐑𝐓𝐄 𝐒𝐀𝐅𝐄.







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Armor Pambato Division
2nd Mechanized Infantry "Magbalantay" Brigade, Armor Div, PA
1st Infantry "Tabak" Division, Philippine Army
51st Mechanized Infantry "Mawarao" Company
52nd Mechanized Infantry "Masaligan" Company
53rd Mechanized Infantry “Magkuno” Company

03/08/2026

𝟓𝐭𝐡 𝐌𝐞𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐢𝐳𝐞𝐝 𝐈𝐧𝐟𝐚𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐲 𝐁𝐚𝐭𝐭𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐞𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝟕𝟕𝐭𝐡 𝐈𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐇𝐮𝐦𝐚𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐚𝐫𝐢𝐚𝐧 𝐋𝐚𝐰 𝐌𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐡

𝐒𝐀𝐋𝐕𝐀𝐃𝐎𝐑, 𝐋𝐚𝐧𝐚𝐨 𝐝𝐞𝐥 𝐍𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐞 –The 5th Mechanized Infantry Battalion, under the leadership of Lieutenant Colonel Filemon I. Tan Jr., Acting Commanding Officer, commemorated the 77th International Humanitarian Law (IHL) Month with the theme, "Pinalakas na Ugnayan at Nagkakaisa sa Pagsulong ng International Humanitarian Law," during the simultaneous flag-raising ceremony held at Camp Allere, Barangay Inasagan, Salvador, Lanao del Norte.

The observance highlighted the Battalion's commitment to promoting and upholding the principles of International Humanitarian Law. The program commenced with the solemn singing of the Philippine National Anthem, followed by the presentation of the IHL Month promotional video, the recitation of the AFP Soldier's Pledge, and the reading of the official messages of the Commanding General, Philippine Army, and the Chief of Staff, Armed Forces of the Philippines.

In support of the month-long observance, the Battalion also displayed the official International Humanitarian Law Month banner at the entrance of Camp Allere to raise public awareness and reaffirm its commitment to promoting and observing International Humanitarian Law.

The activity reaffirmed the Battalion's dedication to conducting military operations with professionalism, discipline, and respect for human rights in accordance with both national and international laws. Through this observance, the 5th Mechanized Infantry Battalion continues to uphold the principles of International Humanitarian Law while fostering a culture of professionalism, accountability, and service to the Filipino people.







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Armor Pambato Division
2nd Mechanized Infantry "Magbalantay" Brigade, Armor Div, PA

03/08/2026

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Armor Pambato Division
2nd Mechanized Infantry "Magbalantay" Brigade, Armor Div, PA

28/07/2026

𝟓𝐭𝐡 𝐌𝐞𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐢𝐳𝐞𝐝 𝐈𝐧𝐟𝐚𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐲 𝐁𝐚𝐭𝐭𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐖𝐞𝐥𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐬 𝐍𝐞𝐰 𝐀𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐎𝐟𝐟𝐢𝐜𝐞𝐫 𝐢𝐧 𝐀𝐬𝐬𝐮𝐦𝐩𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐨𝐟 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐂𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐦𝐨𝐧𝐲

𝐒𝐚𝐥𝐯𝐚𝐝𝐨𝐫, 𝐋𝐚𝐧𝐚𝐨 𝐝𝐞𝐥 𝐍𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐞 | 𝟐𝟓 𝐉𝐮𝐥𝐲 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 – The 5th Mechanized Infantry (Kaagapay) Battalion, Armor Division, Philippine Army, held its Assumption of Command Ceremony at H5Mech Bn, Camp Allere, Brgy. Inasagan, Salvador, Lanao del Norte. The ceremony was presided over by Major General Ronel R. Manalo, Philippine Army, Commander, Armor Division, Philippine Army, and witnessed by Brigadier General William George S. Cordova, Philippine Army, Assistant Division Commander, 1st Infantry Division, Philippine Army; Brigadier General Bernardo A. Taqueban, Philippine Army, Commander, 2nd Mechanized Infantry Brigade, Armor Division, Philippine Army; Lieutenant General Mayoralgo M. Dela Cruz (Ret), Philippine Army, Former Commander, Armor Division; Local Chief Executives of the Province of Lanao del Norte headed by Honorable Allan J. Lim, Provincial Vice Governor; military personnel, government officials, partner stakeholders, and distinguished guests.

The ceremony marked the formal transfer of authority and responsibility to the new Acting Commanding Officer, Lieutenant Colonel Filemon I. Tan Jr., reaffirming the Battalion's commitment to disciplined leadership, organizational continuity, and sustained mission readiness in support of the Philippine Army's mandate of serving the people and securing the land.

In his speech, Lieutenant Colonel Tan emphasized the leadership principles embodied in TAN—Trust, Adaptable, and Nurture—aligned with Major General Manalo's RRM core values of Respect, Relevance, and Mettle. He underscored that trust strengthens unity within the organization, adaptability enables the Battalion to respond effectively to evolving operational challenges, and nurturing develops competent, disciplined, and values-driven soldiers committed to mission accomplishment.

In his keynote message, Major General Manalo fondly recalled his tenure as the Battalion Commander of the 5th Mechanized Infantry (Kaagapay) Battalion, sharing the experiences, challenges, and milestones that shaped his leadership journey. He expressed pride in the Battalion's enduring culture of discipline, professionalism, and dedication to mission accomplishment, emphasizing that these values have remained the foundation of the unit's continued success. He encouraged every Kaagapay Trooper to uphold these traditions of excellence while embracing the responsibility of serving the people with integrity and commitment.

Major General Manalo also called on the local chief executives, partner agencies, and stakeholders to continue their unwavering support and close collaboration with the Kaagapay Battalion. He emphasized that the strong partnership between the military, local government units, and various sectors has been instrumental in sustaining peace, security, and development initiatives throughout Lanao del Norte, and remains vital in addressing future challenges and fostering resilient communities.

The ceremony concluded with the Kaagapay Battalion's renewed commitment to professionalism, operational excellence, and meaningful collaboration with government agencies, local government units, and community stakeholders in advancing peace, security, and development throughout its area of responsibility.











2nd Mechanized Infantry "Magbalantay" Brigade, Armor Div, PA
Armor Pambato Division

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