Rappler's latest stories on Bangsamoro Organic Law
Duterte names MILF founder's son as BTA member, completing Bangsamoro gov't
Abdullah Hashim's appointment to the Bangamoro Transition Authority completes the interim government's required 80 members nearly a year after it was formed in March 2019
Duterte names ex-Muslim affairs official as new Bangsamoro gov't member
Ali Sangki is appointed to the Bangsamoro Transition Authority, making him the 79th member out of the required 80
[OPINION] Building social capital with the Bangsamoro is a must
Civil society must do its part by offering much-needed support, because we all know that criticizing from a distance can only do so much
BARMM adopts official flag as region’s first law
The Bangsamoro flag embodies its people’s 'identity, history, heritage, struggles, and aspiration,' reads the law
Duterte orders gov't agencies to implement Bangsamoro normalization process
President Rodrigo Duterte directs national government agencies to 'prioritize, intensify, and accelerate' programs to help former MILF combatants and their families
Though incomplete, BTA members to hold 1st meeting on Feb 27
The meeting will be about preparations for the Bangsamoro Transition Authority's inauguration and the first session of the Bangsamoro Parliament
Bangsamoro region gains additional territories in Cotabato province
But the vote to join the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao loses in Lanao del Norte
Duterte to Bangsamoro people: Bury your guns, join peace efforts
President Rodrigo Duterte also calls on the Bangsamoro people to put a stop to warlordism, one of the many security challenges facing the southern region
63 out of 67 barangays in Cotabato to join Bangsamoro region
The results in Cotabato are a big win for the Moro Islamic Liberation Front after losing the plebiscite in Lanao del Norte
Lanao del Norte rejects inclusion of towns in Bangsamoro region
All 6 towns that vied for inclusion in the BARMM vote 'yes' but all other towns in the province vote against it
Bangsamoro plebiscite 'peaceful,' say military, police
'Those who had to vote voted. The turnout is quite high. Intimidation [tactics] had minimal effect on the voters,' says military public affairs chief Colonel Noel Detoyato
After violence, Bangsamoro voter turnout surprises Comelec
Commission on Elections Spokesman James Jimenez says voters in Bangsamoro plebiscite areas 'feel strongly about these elections'
Polls close in second Bangsamoro plebiscite
Despite fears, voting day in Lanao del Norte and parts of North Cotabato went without major problems
FAST FACTS: How many are voting in 2nd Bangsamoro plebiscite?
The towns and barangays that want to be in the new Bangsamoro entity should also get the approval of their parent local government units, following the 'double majority' rule
Despite explosions, voters troop to polls in Bangsamoro plebiscite
Voters in 22 towns in Lanao del Norte and 7 towns in North Cotabato will decide whether 6 Lanao towns and 67 Cotabato villages should be part of the Bangsamoro region
BOL plebiscite: 'Easier win' seen in North Cotabato than Lanao del Norte
'In North Cotabato, the political leaders are not against inclusion of the barangays.... The people are free to vote,' says Naguib Sinarimbo of the MILF's United Bangsamoro Justice Party
Rappler Talk: Abdullah Dimaporo on expectations for the BOL Plebiscite in Lanao del Norte
The Dimaporo clan openly opposes the inclusion of 6 municipalities in Lanao del Norte, saying the loss in territory will weaken the province
Dimaporos expect 'landslide victory' to keep Lanao del Norte towns out of BARMM
Lanao del Norte 2nd District Representative Abdullah Dimaporo is banking on the majority Christian population to troop to the polls, convinced they will vote in favor of exclusion
Why the second Bangsamoro plebiscite matters
The February 6 plebiscite in areas in Lanao del Norte and North Cotabato is more than just the final hurdle for advocates of the new Bangsamoro region. Here's why.
3 explosions hit Lanao del Norte on eve of BOL plebiscite
(UPDATED) No casualties have been reported so far
WATCH: Groups engage in standoff on eve of BOL plebiscite in Lanao del Norte
Residents who are for the exclusion of Lanao del Norte territories from the proposed Bangsamoro region confront observers from the Moro Islamic Liberation Front and United Bangsamoro Justice Party
No credible threat to BOL plebiscite, says Lanao del Norte police chief
Provincial police chief Leopoldo Cabanag says some 2,500 cops have been deployed throughout Lanao del Norte to secure voting sites on February 6
Comelec: Security is 'main concern' in BOL plebiscite on February 6
'There's a lot of worry that the situation in Jolo will spill over to Lanao del Norte and North Cotabato,' says Commission on Elections Spokesman James Jimenez
More than 2,000 soldiers, cops to secure Bangsamoro plebiscite in Lanao del Norte
Government forces won't leave anything to chance as this Northern Mindanao province votes on whether to allow 6 municipalities to join the new Bangsamoro region
Most youth in Lanao del Norte, North Cotabato favor BARMM inclusion – survey
Surveyed youth in Lanao del Norte and North Cotabato consider terrorism as the top priority the new Bangsamoro region should address
Catamco: BOL will bring peace to lumad of North Cotabato
North Cotabato Representative Nancy Catamco, a Manobo, says she actively participated in the passage of the Bangsamoro Organic Law to bring peace and development to lumad communities
Commander Bravo urges Lanao voters: Vote 'yes' for peace
The alternative is continued violence, warns the MILF commander as Lanao del Norte and North Cotabato gear up for the February 6 Bangsamoro plebiscite
FAST FACTS: Key positions in the Bangsamoro government
Many of the key government positions in the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao will be occupied by members of the parliament
Now that Bangsamoro law is ratified, what comes next?
Who takes charge? What happens to Sulu and the rest of the ARMM? Read this explainer.
Newsbreak Chats: Bangsamoro plebiscite, lowering age of criminal liability
Among others, the Newsbreak team will tackle on Thursday, January 31, the continuing peace efforts in Mindanao and implications of lowering the minimum age of criminal liability
To divide people of Mindanao aim of explosions, says North Cotabato Gov
North Cotabato Governor Emmylou Mendoza says 'as we have done before, in the face of dangers and threats, we will look out for one another and we will stand together'
A tale of two cities: Why Catholics took opposing sides in Bangsamoro plebiscite
Catholic priests in Isabela City in Basilan used the pulpit to urge their flock to reject the new Bangsamoro region. It’s the opposite in Cotabato City, where the church played a critical role in the 'yes' victory.
[OPINION] To our future leaders in the Bangsamoro: Prove us right
Here are our collective aspirations: what we need, what we want, and what we could get rid of
Bangsamoro gov't to prioritize education, health, social services – Murad
The Moro Islamic Liberation Front readies a development plan for the Bangsamoro autonomous region as it gears up to lead its interim government
Marawi rehabilitation is urgent issue for Bangsamoro gov't – Murad
Residents from Marawi City hope the ratification of the Bangsamoro law will help speed up the rebuilding of the war-ravaged city
Crackdown on firearms, private armies a priority for Bangsamoro gov't – Murad
The MILF chairman is also confident that the interim Bangsamoro government can combat ISIS influence in Muslim Mindanao
Galvez says ratified BOL brings 'new dawn' to Mindanao
The new autonomous region will be in place after President Rodrigo Duterte forms the 80-member Bangsamoro Transition Authority
The week in photos: January 19-25, 2019
This week's selection of photo highlights here and around the world
EXPLAINER: Why ARMM, Cotabato City, Isabela City voted the way they did
What's the story behind the numbers? Here's a quick explainer on how key areas in Muslim Mindanao voted in the Bangsamoro plebiscite and why it matters.
Bangsamoro region: 'We have a new government – and another journey'
(3rd UPDATE) '1.5 million said yes to peace, yes to Bangsamoro,' says lawyer Maisara Dandamun Latiph of the Bangsamoro Transition Commission
Bangsamoro plebiscite: How Cotabato City was won
A well-organized grassroots campaign, coupled with support from Catholics and the national government, made the big win possible
Comelec: Bangsamoro Organic Law 'deemed ratified'
The historic vote creates the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao, a more powerful political entity that allows the Bangsamoro people a chance at genuine self-governance
Comelec settles 'discrepancies' in Cotabato City COC
The Commission on Elections completes the canvass of the Bangsamoro plebiscite results in Cotabato City after ironing out 'discrepancies'
[OPINION] The torch is lit for Cotabato City. Cotabateños must carry it.
An anthropological goldmine, Cotabato City takes pride in its multicultural history. Its inclusion in the Bangsamoro region means it's time we give back.
Poll commissioner raises new question about Cotabato City COC
This is the second set of discrepancies spotted in relation to the certificate of canvass (COC) of Cotabato City in the Bangsamoro plebiscite
Sulu rejects Bangsamoro law
Sulu is so far the only ARMM territory to have voted against the ratification of the Bangsamoro Organic Law, but this has no impact on the region for now
Lawyers' group to protest plebiscite results in Isabela City
The group cites anomalies in about 80 plebiscite returns, although the votes will only be official once canvassed by the National Board of Canvassers in Manila
Cities of Isabela, Cotabato: What you need to know about Bangsamoro's coveted areas
(UPDATED) Isabela City's decision to reject joining the BARMM prevails over the result in Basilan as inclusion will need the yes vote to win in both the city and the province
Children of Moro struggle come full circle in Bangsamoro plebiscite
'Alhamdullilah, the city is back,' says Mariam Mastura-Linsangan as Cotabato City voted to join the Bangsamoro region
Comelec hits 'mind setting' after Bangsamoro plebiscite
Truth will prevail, says the Commission on Elections after discrepancies were found in Cotabato City's certificate of canvass in the Bangsamoro plebiscite
