City Government of Isabela de Basilan

𝗜𝗦𝗔𝗧𝗩 𝗣𝗛𝗢𝗧𝗢𝗪𝗔𝗟𝗞 | Ang sarap balikan ang mga tahanang naging saksi sa paglipas ng panahon.

Itinayo noong 1949, ang lumang bahay na ito ay tahimik na nakatayo sa gitna ng mga puno ng niyog at halaman—tila nagkukubli ng mga kwento ng isang Isabela na payapa, simple, at puno ng pag-asa.

Maaaring kupas na ang mga dingding at niluma na ng panahon ang kahoy, ngunit nananatili ang alaala ng mga pamilyang minsang tumawa, nangarap, at namuhay sa loob nito.

Ang mga ganitong tahanan ay hindi lamang bahagi ng ating nakaraan; sila ay mga paalala ng ating pinagmulan at ng mga henerasyong humubog sa Isabela City na kilala natin ngayon.

Ikaw, may naaalala ka bang lumang bahay na puno ng kwento at alaala ng iyong kabataan? 😊💙

📍 Isabela City de Basilan, 1949

(Photo by Kristian Galano, IsaTV)

𝗦𝗦𝗦 𝗕𝗔𝗦𝗜𝗟𝗔𝗡 𝗡𝗢𝗪 𝗔 𝗙𝗨𝗟𝗟-𝗙𝗟𝗘𝗗𝗚𝗘𝗗 𝗕𝗥𝗔𝗡𝗖𝗛: 𝗠𝗔𝗝𝗢𝗥 𝗪𝗜𝗡 𝗙𝗢𝗥 𝗕𝗔𝗦𝗜𝗟𝗘Ñ𝗢𝗦, 𝗦𝗘𝗥𝗩𝗜𝗖𝗘𝗦 𝗕𝗥𝗢𝗨𝗚𝗛𝗧 𝗖𝗟𝗢𝗦𝗘𝗥 𝗧𝗢 𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗣𝗘𝗢𝗣𝗟𝗘 | A major milestone in public service delivery unfolded in Basilan as the Social Security System (SSS) formally inaugurated and blessed the newly restored SSS Basilan Branch at the NFK Building in Sunrise, Isabela City on June 5, marking its official transition from a sub-office into a full-fledged branch capable of delivering expanded and more responsive services to thousands of members across the province.

Leading the inauguration was SSS Basilan Branch Manager Marnellie Tupay Pastorfide, together with SSS President and Chief Executive Officer Robert Joseph Montes De Claro and senior officials from the SSS Central Office, including Atty. Antonio S. Argabioso, Executive Vice President for Branch Operations Sector; Dr. Lilani Benedian, Senior Vice President for the Mindanao Operations Group; Atty. Alberto Montalbo, Senior Vice President for the Visayas Operations Group; Ms. Vilma Agapito, Senior Vice President for the Luzon Operations Group; Atty. Benjamin Jr. Dolindo, Senior Vice President for the NCR Operations Group; Ms. Colette Cordial, Vice President for Management Planning and Services Division; and Atty. Jomar Catabay, Vice President for Internal Audit Division.

Joining the occasion were Governor Mujiv Hataman, Mayor Sitti Djalia Turabin-Hataman, represented by City Administrator Pedrito Eisma, together with Basilan Board Member Amin Hataman, Isabela City Councilor Ameen Camlian, local government officials, stakeholders, and members of the community who witnessed the historic event.

For years, many Basileños relied on the limited services available through a sub-office setup. With its conversion into a full-fledged branch, SSS Basilan now possesses greater operational capacity and enhanced capability to serve members more efficiently, bringing a wider range of frontline services closer to the communities that need them most.

Governor Hataman expressed his support for the initiative, highlighting the importance of strong partnerships between national government agencies and local government units in improving public service delivery and expanding opportunities for the people.

The upgraded branch is expected to provide comprehensive services, including membership registration, contribution collection, benefit claims, pension processing, salary and calamity loans, employer services, compliance programs, and other social security transactions, significantly reducing the need for residents to travel outside the province.

The City Government of Isabela welcomed this important development and reaffirmed its commitment to working closely with national government agencies in delivering efficient, responsive, and people-centered public services. The reopening of the SSS Basilan Branch further strengthens Isabela City’s position as a center of government services, commerce, and development in the province, ensuring that opportunities and essential services remain within reach of every Basileño. (Words by MA Lim | Photos by M. Santos, CIO)

NEW PROGRAM ALERT! 🚨

Introducing the FLOW Program!
(Fostering Life and Office Wellness for Women)

The City Government of Isabela, through the Gender and Development (GAD) Unit, strengthens its commitment to a safe, inclusive, and women-friendly workplace with the launch of the FLOW Program.

This initiative provides FREE menstrual hygiene products to women employees and visitors.

📍 Learn how to avail of the program by checking the FLOW information poster.

Together, let us FLOW toward a more inclusive, supportive, and empowered Isabela City for all women. 💜

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‎HAPIsabela! Mabuhay!
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‎Presenting this year's 𝗙𝗶𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗮 𝗔𝗹𝗲𝗴𝗿𝗶𝗮 𝗻𝗮 𝗖𝗶𝘂𝗱𝗮𝗱 𝗱𝗲 𝗜𝘀𝗮𝗯𝗲𝗹𝗮 𝗱𝗲 𝗕𝗮𝘀𝗶𝗹𝗮𝗻 𝗢𝗳𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗟𝗼𝗴𝗼!
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‎The Local Government Unit of Isabela de Basilan, under the leadership of Mayor Sitti Djalia A. Turabin-Hataman through the City Tourism Office in the unified efforts with Sta. Isabel de Portugal Cathedral Parish and its Pastoral Parish Council, the Barangay Councils of Seaside and Isabela Proper and the Local Economic Development and Investment Promotions Office (LEDIPO) proudly unveils the official logo of this year’s Fiesta Alegria na Ciudad de Isabela de Basilan — the 176th Patronal Fiesta Celebration in honor of Sta. Isabel de Portugal.
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‎Fiesta Alegria na Ciudad de Isabela de Basilan is a meaningful and highly awaited celebration that honors Sta. Isabel de Portugal, the patroness of Isabeleños and Basileños. It is part of the cultural calendar of the City of Isabela de Basilan—a celebration not only limited to the Catholic community but also a platform that brings people together, transcending differences and promoting harmony.
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‎This year marks the 𝟭𝟳𝟲𝘁𝗵 𝗣𝗮𝘁𝗿𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗙𝗶𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗮, a special milestone that reflects 176 years of strong faith, rich cultural heritage, and a vibrant community spirit.
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‎Rooted in this year’s theme "𝘏𝘦𝘳𝘪𝘵𝘢𝘨𝘦 𝘗𝘳𝘦𝘴𝘦𝘳𝘷𝘦𝘥, 𝘍𝘢𝘪𝘵𝘩 𝘙𝘦𝘯𝘦𝘸𝘦𝘥 — 𝘚𝘵𝘢. 𝘐𝘴𝘢𝘣𝘦𝘭, 𝘔𝘰𝘥𝘦𝘭 𝘰𝘧 𝘍𝘢𝘪𝘵𝘩 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘐𝘯𝘵𝘦𝘳𝘤𝘦𝘴𝘴𝘰𝘳 𝘰𝘧 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘐𝘴𝘢𝘣𝘦𝘭𝘦ñ𝘰𝘴", the official logo for this celebration features the image of Sta. Isabel de Portugal, symbolizing faith, compassion, and service. It serves as a reminder of her enduring example and the deep devotion of the Isabeleños, as well as the unity and shared identity of the community in honoring our patroness.
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‎Watch out for the many Fiesta na Alegria na Ciudad de Isabela de Basilan events and activities slated to take place this coming 𝗝𝘂𝗻𝗲 𝟮𝟵-𝗝𝘂𝗹𝘆 𝟴, 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲!
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‎Make sure you stay tuned! Exciting prizes await for those who will join the competitions!
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‎What are you waiting for? Plan ahead and join us in Fiesta Alegria na Ciudad de Isabela de Basilan 2026!
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‎This is 𝗙𝗜𝗘𝗦𝗧𝗔 𝗔𝗟𝗘𝗚𝗥𝗜𝗔 𝗡𝗔 𝗖𝗜𝗨𝗗𝗔𝗗 𝗗𝗘 𝗜𝗦𝗔𝗕𝗘𝗟𝗔 𝗗𝗘 𝗕𝗔𝗦𝗜𝗟𝗔𝗡!
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