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National Commission on Muslim Filipinos-Region 9, Upper Calarian, Zamboanga City (2026)

04/08/2026

𝗡𝗖𝗠𝗙 𝗥𝗘𝗚𝗜𝗢𝗡 𝗜𝗫-𝗔 𝗥𝗘𝗡𝗘𝗪𝗦 𝗜𝗧𝗦 𝗖𝗢𝗠𝗠𝗜𝗧𝗠𝗘𝗡𝗧 𝗧𝗢 𝗣𝗨𝗕𝗟𝗜𝗖 𝗦𝗘𝗥𝗩𝗜𝗖𝗘 𝗗𝗨𝗥𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗙𝗜𝗥𝗦𝗧 𝗠𝗢𝗡𝗗𝗔𝗬 𝗢𝗙 𝗔𝗨𝗚𝗨𝗦𝗧

The National Commission on Muslim Filipinos (NCMF) Region IX-A held its regular Monday Flag Raising Ceremony on August 3, 2026, at the NCMF Regional Office, Upper Calarian, Zamboanga City, marking the first Monday of the month of August.

The ceremony was attended by officials and personnel of the Regional Office, who gathered to begin the month with a renewed commitment to public service and the Commission's mandate of serving Muslim Filipinos in the region.

The weekly flag raising ceremony also provided an opportunity for everyone to strengthen unity, cooperation, and dedication as they continue to carry out the programs and services of the Commission.

04/08/2026

𝗖𝗛𝗔𝗡𝗚𝗘 𝗠𝗔𝗡𝗔𝗚𝗘𝗠𝗘𝗡𝗧 𝗔𝗡𝗗 𝗣𝗟𝗔𝗖𝗘𝗠𝗘𝗡𝗧 𝗧𝗘𝗔𝗠 (𝗖𝗠𝗣𝗧) 𝗖𝗢𝗡𝗗𝗨𝗖𝗧𝗦 𝗥𝗘𝗚𝗜𝗢𝗡𝗔𝗟 𝗖𝗢𝗡𝗦𝗨𝗟𝗧𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡 𝗢𝗡 𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗖𝗢𝗠𝗠𝗜𝗦𝗦𝗜𝗢𝗡'𝗦 𝗢𝗣𝗧𝗜𝗠𝗜𝗭𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡 𝗣𝗟𝗔𝗡 𝗜𝗡 𝗡𝗖𝗠𝗙 𝗥𝗘𝗚𝗜𝗢𝗡 𝗜𝗫-𝗔

The Change Management and Placement Team (CMPT) from the NCMF Central Office conducted a regional consultation on the Commission's Optimization Plan on July 27, 2026, at the NCMF Regional Office IX-A in Upper Calarian, Zamboanga City.

The Central Office delegation was composed of Deputy Executive Director Atty. Jehan-Jehan A. Lepail; Director III of the Finance and Management Service, Atty. Mudzmar A. Muyong; Chief Ad-drin N. Abusaman of the Human Resource Development Division (HRDD); Atty. Rhaiza Dellova; Chief Ashram A. Salip of the Peace Building and Conflict Relations Division (PBCRD); and Rasmiya K. Abdulmonap.

The consultation provided an overview of the Commission's proposed Optimization Plan and facilitated discussions on the proposed organizational structure, workforce placement, and other key matters related to organizational strengthening. Officials and personnel of NCMF Region IX-A actively participated by sharing insights, raising concerns, and offering recommendations to support the optimization process.

The activity served as a venue for meaningful dialogue between the Central Office and the Regional Office, reinforcing the Commission's commitment to transparent, participatory, and responsive organizational development in support of its mandate to serve Muslim Filipinos.

NCMF Region IX-A extends its sincere appreciation to the CMPT delegation for their guidance, expertise, and commitment in facilitating the consultation and engaging with Regional Office personnel throughout the activity.

29/07/2026

𝗡𝗖𝗠𝗙 𝗥𝗘𝗚𝗜𝗢𝗡 𝗜𝗫-𝗔 𝗣𝗔𝗥𝗧𝗜𝗖𝗜𝗣𝗔𝗧𝗘𝗦 𝗜𝗡 𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗜𝗡𝗗𝗨𝗦𝗧𝗥𝗬 𝗖𝗢𝗡𝗦𝗨𝗟𝗧𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡 𝗙𝗢𝗥 𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗣𝗥𝗢𝗣𝗢𝗦𝗘𝗗 𝗗𝗜𝗣𝗟𝗢𝗠𝗔 𝗣𝗥𝗢𝗚𝗥𝗔𝗠 𝗜𝗡 𝗙𝗢𝗢𝗗 𝗧𝗘𝗖𝗛𝗡𝗢𝗟𝗢𝗚𝗬

Upon the directives of Regional Director Rhoaisa S. Matolo-Mukaram, JD, the National Commission on Muslim Filipinos (NCMF) Regional Office IX-A, through its Socio-Economic Development Division (SEDD), participated in the Industry Consultation for the Proposed Diploma Program in Food Technology conducted by the Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA) on July 24, 2026, at Tindalo Hall, LM Hotel. Representing NCMF Region IX-A were Arraudha L. Hadjirul, Development Management Officer III, and Jemalyn K. Lari, Administrative Aide IV.

The consultation served as a platform for gathering inputs and recommendations from government agencies, academic institutions, industry representatives, and other stakeholders with expertise in food technology, halal awareness, research, training, and curriculum development. The initiative aims to ensure that the proposed three-year Diploma Program aligns with industry requirements, national competency standards, and the Philippine Qualifications Framework (PQF) Level 5. It also seeks to develop a curriculum that will modernize the country's technical-vocational education and training system, making it more responsive to the evolving needs and demands of the food industry.

During the consultation, the NCMF representatives actively participated in the workshops, focus group discussions, and consultation sessions, providing inputs on curriculum content and the NCMF competency standards related to Halal Auditing Services, Laboratory Services, Inspection Services, Food Handling, and Cleaning Services. During the open forum, they also highlighted the importance of integrating halal knowledge into the curriculum to ensure that it is inclusive, culturally sensitive, and responsive to the needs of Muslim communities. Through this collaborative engagement, NCMF reaffirmed its commitment to providing religious and institutional support in the development of the Diploma Program, ensuring that it aligns with halal standards while promoting quality technical education for the benefit of all stakeholders.

28/07/2026

𝗡𝗖𝗠𝗙 𝗥𝗘𝗚𝗜𝗢𝗡 𝗜𝗫-𝗔 𝗛𝗢𝗟𝗗𝗦 𝗠𝗢𝗡𝗗𝗔𝗬 𝗙𝗟𝗔𝗚 𝗥𝗔𝗜𝗦𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗖𝗘𝗥𝗘𝗠𝗢𝗡𝗬

The National Commission on Muslim Filipinos (NCMF) Region IX-A conducted its regular Monday Flag Raising Ceremony at the NCMF Regional Office in Upper Calarian, Zamboanga City.

The activity was attended by NCMF Region IX-A officials and personnel as they gathered to begin the workweek with unity, professionalism, and a renewed commitment to public service.

The ceremony also served as an opportunity to share important office announcements and updates in support of the Commission's ongoing programs and activities.

28/07/2026

𝗡𝗖𝗠𝗙 𝗥𝗘𝗚𝗜𝗢𝗡 𝗜𝗫-𝗔 𝗝𝗢𝗜𝗡𝗦 𝗕𝗝𝗠𝗣 𝗥𝗘𝗚𝗜𝗢𝗡 𝗜𝗫 𝗜𝗡 𝗖𝗘𝗟𝗘𝗕𝗥𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗠𝗔𝗗𝗥𝗔𝗦𝗔𝗛 𝗜𝗥𝗧𝗜𝗤𝗔’𝗘 𝗚𝗥𝗔𝗗𝗨𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲

The National Commission on Muslim Filipinos (NCMF) Region IX-A joined the Bureau of Jail Management and Penology (BJMP) Region IX in celebrating the Madrasah Irtiqa’e Graduation 2026 held on July 20, 2026, at the Zamboanga City Jail Male Dormitory Sports Activity Area. Anchored on the theme, "Changing Lives, Building a Safer Nation," the event recognized the successful completion of the Madrasah Education Program by 180 Persons Deprived of Liberty (PDLs), consisting of 169 male and 11 female graduates, highlighting the transformative role of Islamic education in rehabilitation, character formation, and moral development.

Serving as the Guest of Honor and Speaker, Regional Director Rhoaisa S. Matolo-Mukaram, JD delivered an inspiring message anchored on the Qur'anic verse Surah Ar-Ra'd (13:11): “Indeed, Allah will not change the condition of a people until they change what is in themselves.” She emphasized that genuine transformation begins from within through faith, self-discipline, and continuous self-improvement, encouraging the graduates to embrace positive change as they prepare for meaningful reintegration into society. Also present at the event was Deputy M***i Sheikh Abdulwakil Tanjilil, whose presence added significance to the celebration.

The Madrasah Education Program, implemented through the collaboration of BJMP Region IX and the NCMF Region IX-A Cultural Affairs Division, continues to provide Muslim PDLs with opportunities for spiritual growth, moral development, and cultural enrichment. The initiative reflects the shared commitment of both agencies to restorative justice by promoting values-based Islamic education as a pathway toward personal transformation, renewed hope, and lasting positive change.

Also in attendance were officials and personnel from NCMF Region IX-A, led by Eddie A. Abdurajan, JD, SCL, together with PBCRD Acting Chief Reydemel A. Ilagan, Fatima Shaima S. Danial, Mikhaila L. Kadil, Mohammad M. Gumampang, Fhairusa A. Abdulsalam, and Saher D. Leon, reaffirming the strong partnership between NCMF and BJMP in advancing inclusive rehabilitation programs and sustaining Madrasah education initiatives within correctional facilities.

27/07/2026

𝗡𝗖𝗠𝗙 𝗥𝗘𝗚𝗜𝗢𝗡 𝗜𝗫-𝗔 𝗛𝗢𝗟𝗗𝗦 𝗠𝗢𝗡𝗗𝗔𝗬 𝗙𝗟𝗔𝗚 𝗥𝗔𝗜𝗦𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗖𝗘𝗥𝗘𝗠𝗢𝗡𝗬, 𝗪𝗘𝗟𝗖𝗢𝗠𝗘𝗦 𝗖𝗘𝗡𝗧𝗥𝗔𝗟 𝗢𝗙𝗙𝗜𝗖𝗘 𝗗𝗘𝗟𝗘𝗚𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡 𝗙𝗢𝗥 𝗢𝗣𝗧𝗜𝗠𝗜𝗭𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡 𝗖𝗢𝗡𝗦𝗨𝗟𝗧𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡

NCMF Region IX-A officials and personnel conducted the regular Monday Flag Raising Ceremony on July 27, 2026, at the NCMF Regional Office in Upper Calarian, Zamboanga City.

The occasion was further graced by the presence of distinguished officials from the NCMF Central Office, namely Deputy Executive Director Atty. Jehan-Jehan A. Lepail; Director III of the Finance and Management Service, Atty. Mudzmar A. Muyong; Chief Ad-drin N. Abusaman of the Human Resource Development Division (HRDD); Chief Ashram A. Salip of the Peace Building and Conflict Relations Division (PBCRD); Atty. Rhaiza Dellova; and Rasmiya K. Abdulmonap.

The Central Office delegation is in Region IX-A to conduct a Regional Consultation on the Commission's Optimization Plan, which aims to gather regional inputs and engage officials and personnel in discussions that will support the Commission's organizational optimization efforts.

The ceremony also served as an opportunity for officials and personnel to reaffirm their dedication to the Commission's mandate and to commence the workweek with renewed commitment, unity, and a shared sense of purpose in serving Muslim communities.

21/07/2026

𝗡𝗖𝗠𝗙 𝗥𝗘𝗚𝗜𝗢𝗡 𝗜𝗫-𝗔 𝗣𝗔𝗥𝗧𝗜𝗖𝗜𝗣𝗔𝗧𝗘𝗦 𝗜𝗡 𝗖𝗢𝗔 𝗜𝗫 𝗚𝗔𝗗 𝗣𝗟𝗔𝗡𝗡𝗜𝗡𝗚, 𝗕𝗨𝗗𝗚𝗘𝗧𝗜𝗡𝗚, 𝗔𝗡𝗗 𝗔𝗨𝗗𝗜𝗧𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗧𝗥𝗔𝗜𝗡𝗜𝗡𝗚-𝗪𝗢𝗥𝗞𝗦𝗛𝗢𝗣

Upon the directives of Regional Director Rhoaisa S. Matolo-Mukaram, JD, the National Commission on Muslim Filipinos (NCMF) Regional Office IX-A, through its Gender and Development (GAD) Unit, actively participated in the three-day Gender and Development (GAD) Planning, Budgeting, and Auditing Training-Workshop organized by the Gender Focal Point System (GFPS) of the Commission on Audit (COA) Regional Office IX from July 14 to 16, 2026, at Celebrity Hall 1, Astoria Hotel, Zamboanga City. Representing the Regional Office were Dayang Karna M. Bahidjan, NCMF-GAD Focal Person, and Aisha S. Sali, member of the NCMF-GAD Technical Working Group.

The training brought together Gender Focal Point System representatives from various national government agencies to strengthen participants' understanding of GAD concepts, laws, policies, gender analysis tools, the Gender Mainstreaming Evaluation Framework (GMEF), and the Harmonized Gender and Development Guidelines (HGDG). It also served as a platform for inter-agency collaboration and the exchange of best practices in advancing gender-responsive governance.

Throughout the training, the NCMF representatives actively participated in lectures, workshops, practical exercises, and hands-on activities on gender analysis and GAD planning and budgeting. They also took part in group presentations and discussions, further enhancing their knowledge and competencies in integrating gender perspectives into programs, projects, and activities.

21/07/2026

𝗡𝗖𝗠𝗙 𝗥𝗘𝗚𝗜𝗢𝗡 𝗜𝗫-𝗔 𝗝𝗢𝗜𝗡𝗦 𝗭𝗖𝗣𝗢 𝗦𝗧𝗔𝗞𝗘𝗛𝗢𝗟𝗗𝗘𝗥𝗦' 𝗠𝗘𝗘𝗧𝗜𝗡𝗚, 𝗥𝗘𝗔𝗙𝗙𝗜𝗥𝗠𝗦 𝗖𝗢𝗠𝗠𝗜𝗧𝗠𝗘𝗡𝗧 𝗧𝗢 𝗣𝗘𝗔𝗖𝗘 𝗔𝗡𝗗 𝗢𝗥𝗗𝗘𝗥

Upon the directives of Regional Director Rhoaisa S. Matolo-Mukaram, JD, the National Commission on Muslim Filipinos (NCMF) Regional Office IX-A, through its Peace Building and Conflict Resolution (PBCR) Unit, with the support of the Legal Affairs Division, participated in the Zamboanga City Police Office (ZCPO) Stakeholders' Meeting 2026 held on July 17, 2026, at the Plaza Hall, Grand Astoria Hotel, Zamboanga City. The NCMF delegation was composed of Acting Chief of PBCR Reydemel A. Ilagan, Mohammadsali L. Kiyang, Mohammad Mahmud T. Gumampang, and Legal Affairs Division representative Abdelbash*t T. Jikiri.

Carrying the theme "Junto-Junto Para na Paz y Orden: Mi Ciudad, Mi Responsibilidad," the meeting was graced by the presence of Zamboanga City Mayor Khymer Adan T. Olaso and attended by representatives from various government agencies, law enforcement units, civil society organizations, and community stakeholders. Participants engaged in meaningful discussions on collaborative strategies to strengthen peace and order, enhance public safety, and foster social cohesion in Zamboanga City.

As part of the program, all participating stakeholders took a Pledge of Commitment, signifying their collective resolve to uphold integrity, accountability, and cooperation in advancing peace and security initiatives. The pledge reaffirmed the shared responsibility of all sectors in building stronger partnerships and promoting lasting peace within the community.

21/07/2026

𝗡𝗖𝗠𝗙 𝗥𝗘𝗚𝗜𝗢𝗡 𝗜𝗫-𝗔 𝗙𝗔𝗖𝗜𝗟𝗜𝗧𝗔𝗧𝗘𝗦 𝗖𝗢𝗠𝗠𝗜𝗦𝗦𝗜𝗢𝗡𝗘𝗥 𝗛𝗨𝗦𝗦𝗜𝗡 𝗨. 𝗔𝗠𝗜𝗡'𝗦 𝗧𝗔𝗨𝗦𝗨𝗚 𝗧𝗥𝗜𝗕𝗔𝗟 𝗠𝗘𝗠𝗕𝗘𝗥𝗦𝗛𝗜𝗣 𝗔𝗣𝗣𝗟𝗜𝗖𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡, 𝗪𝗘𝗟𝗖𝗢𝗠𝗘𝗦 𝗛𝗜𝗦 𝗖𝗢𝗨𝗥𝗧𝗘𝗦𝗬 𝗩𝗜𝗦𝗜𝗧

The National Commission on Muslim Filipinos (NCMF) Regional Office IX-A, through its Cultural Affairs Division (CAD), successfully facilitated the processing of the Certificate of Tribal Membership application of Commissioner Hussin U. Amin as a recognized member of the Tausug Tribe, reaffirming the Commission's commitment to preserving the cultural identity and heritage of Muslim Filipinos.

Commissioner Amin formally filed his application on May 13, 2026. The Cultural Affairs Division conducted the required verification, documentation, and assessment of his application in accordance with established NCMF guidelines, ensuring the integrity and authenticity of the tribal membership certification process.

On July 14, 2026, Commissioner Amin paid a courtesy visit to the NCMF Regional Office IX-A in Zamboanga City, where he met with Cultural Affairs Division Officer-in-Charge Eddie A. Abdurajan, JD, SCL, to discuss the progress of his application and express his appreciation for the assistance extended by the office.

The visit also highlighted the significance of tribal recognition in safeguarding the history, identity, and cultural heritage of the Tausug people. Under the leadership of Regional Director Rhoaisa S. Matolo-Mukaram, JD, NCMF Region IX-A remains steadfast in advancing programs and services that strengthen cultural preservation and promote the welfare of Muslim Filipino communities.

17/07/2026

𝗡𝗖𝗠𝗙 𝗥𝗘𝗚𝗜𝗢𝗡 𝗜𝗫-𝗔 𝗛𝗢𝗟𝗗𝗦 𝗠𝗢𝗡𝗗𝗔𝗬 𝗙𝗟𝗔𝗚 𝗥𝗔𝗜𝗦𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗖𝗘𝗥𝗘𝗠𝗢𝗡𝗬, 𝗪𝗘𝗟𝗖𝗢𝗠𝗘𝗦 𝗔𝗗𝗠𝗜𝗡𝗜𝗦𝗧𝗥𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗩𝗘 𝗦𝗘𝗥𝗩𝗜𝗖𝗘 𝗢𝗙𝗙𝗜𝗖𝗜𝗔𝗟𝗦

The National Commission on Muslim Filipinos (NCMF) Regional Office IX-A conducted its regular Monday Flag Raising Ceremony on July 13, 2026, at the NCMF Regional Office in Zamboanga City.

The ceremony was attended by officials and personnel of the Regional Office and was further honored by the presence of Dr. Gary A. Habibon, Director III of the Administrative Service; Chief Ad-Drin N. Abusaman of the Human Resources Development Division (HRDD); and Mr. Vincent John Dalaza of the Administrative Service–HRDD.

NCMF Region IX-A expresses its sincere appreciation to the Administrative Service-HRDD for its support and dedication in advancing the Commission's human resource development initiatives.

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