NCMF Region XII-B Lanao Area

24/09/2026

𝐍𝐂𝐌𝐅 𝐋𝐚𝐧𝐚𝐨 𝐎𝐩𝐞𝐧𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 𝐒𝐡𝐚𝐫𝐢’𝐚𝐡 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐉𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐧𝐞𝐲

NCMF Lanao, under the leadership of 𝐑𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐃𝐢𝐫𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐨𝐫 𝐄𝐧𝐠𝐫. 𝐀𝐥𝐢 𝐌. 𝐓𝐚𝐛𝐚𝐨, successfully conducted the 𝐑𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐒𝐡𝐚𝐫𝐢’𝐚𝐡 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐎𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 on September 23, 2026, via Zoom, bringing together 𝟒𝟕𝟔 𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐢𝐩𝐚𝐧𝐭𝐬 for the formal opening and preparation for the forthcoming Lanao Shari’ah Training Seminar.

The orientation provided participants with a clear understanding of the objectives, structure, guidelines, and expectations of the training. It also served as an opportunity for participants to meet the distinguished lecturers and facilitators who will guide them throughout the program.

The activity opened with a Du’a, followed by the Welcome Address of 𝐑𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐃𝐢𝐫𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐨𝐫 𝐄𝐧𝐠𝐫. 𝐀𝐥𝐢 𝐌. 𝐓𝐚𝐛𝐚𝐨. 𝐀𝐫𝐜𝐡𝐢𝐭𝐞𝐜𝐭 𝐁𝐞𝐧𝐫𝐚𝐣𝐢𝐯 𝐉. 𝐊𝐚𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐦, Bureau Director for Muslim Cultural Affairs, delivered an Inspirational Message, while 𝐃𝐫. 𝐀𝐛𝐝𝐮𝐥𝐜𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐫 𝐌. 𝐀𝐲𝐨, 𝐒𝐂𝐋, 𝐉𝐃, Executive Vice President of the MSU System, shared a Message of Support, highlighting the importance of institutional cooperation in advancing Shari’ah learning.

The Rationale and Guidelines of the training were also presented, followed by an Open Forum where participants were given the opportunity to raise questions and clarify matters concerning the seminar. The program concluded with the Closing Remarks of 𝐀𝐭𝐭𝐲. 𝐍𝐚𝐢𝐦𝐚 𝐌. 𝐒𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐠𝐚𝐜𝐚𝐥𝐚, Chief of the Legal Division, represented by 𝐀𝐭𝐭𝐲. 𝐑𝐚𝐢𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐚 𝐌𝐚𝐝𝐮𝐦.

Behind the successful conduct of the orientation was the dedicated NCMF Lanao Secretariat, led by 𝐒𝐢𝐭𝐭𝐢𝐞 𝐑𝐚𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐚 𝐉𝐡𝐚𝐧 𝐁. 𝐆𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐚, Acting Chief of the Cultural Affairs Division and Team Leader of the Shari’ah Training Seminar Lanao 2026. From participant registration and confirmation to communication, technical arrangements, documentation, and real-time coordination, the team worked together to ensure the smooth conduct of the activity.

𝐖𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝟒𝟕𝟔 𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐢𝐩𝐚𝐧𝐭𝐬, 𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐢𝐭𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐥𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐟𝐚𝐜𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐬, 𝐬𝐮𝐩𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐧𝐞𝐫 𝐢𝐧𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐭𝐮𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐚 𝐝𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐒𝐞𝐜𝐫𝐞𝐭𝐚𝐫𝐢𝐚𝐭, 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐨𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐦𝐚𝐫𝐤𝐞𝐝 𝐚 𝐦𝐞𝐚𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐟𝐮𝐥 𝐟𝐢𝐫𝐬𝐭 𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐩 𝐭𝐨𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐝 𝐚𝐧𝐨𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐫 𝐣𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐧𝐞𝐲 𝐨𝐟 𝐒𝐡𝐚𝐫𝐢’𝐚𝐡 𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐢𝐧 𝐋𝐚𝐧𝐚𝐨.

24/09/2026

“𝐖𝐡𝐞𝐧 𝐀𝐦𝐚𝐧𝐚𝐡 𝐂𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐬, 𝐑𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐌𝐮𝐬𝐭 𝐀𝐧𝐬𝐰𝐞𝐫: 𝐀𝐥𝐢𝐠𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐋𝐚𝐧𝐚𝐨 𝐒𝐡𝐞𝐢𝐤𝐡𝐬 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐍𝐞𝐰 𝐇𝐚𝐣𝐣 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟕 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐜𝐞𝐬𝐬”

NCMF Lanao under Regional Director Engr. Ali M. Tabao facilitated the orientation and coordination meeting to ensure that the Lanao Sheikhs are properly informed and prepared to assist pilgrims in complying with the Hajj 2027 requirements. The Regional Office, through the Hajj Registration and Processing Committee (HRPC) Lanao, led by Amoran A. Batara, Jr., Chairperson, and assisted by Sittie Rahana Jhan B. Ganda, HRPC Lanao Vice Chairperson, clarified the registration and Order of Payment requirements, provided guidance on the three-page registration form, reinforced the proper and personal accomplishment of the Pilgrim’s Health Card, and addressed concerns regarding health compliance, Payment Transmittal and policies.

The formal introduction of the HRPC team established clear coordination channels and identified the appropriate personnel to whom the Sheikhs may directly raise concerns and seek guidance throughout the processing period. Dr. Laguindab also provided guidance on the newly required Pilgrim’s Health Card, emphasizing its personal accomplishment by the pilgrim and strict compliance with health-related requirements and policies.

The meeting also served as a venue to surface operational concerns from the Sheikhs and establish a common understanding of the new procedures. As a concrete follow-through, a dry run of the registration and payment procedures was agreed upon to identify possible gaps, improve coordination, and ensure that actual implementation will be organized, responsive, and accessible to the pilgrims.

24/09/2026

𝐇𝐨𝐧𝐨𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐋𝐞𝐠𝐚𝐜𝐲, 𝐏𝐫𝐞𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐆𝐮𝐢𝐝𝐞𝐬 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐇𝐚𝐣𝐣 𝐨𝐟 𝐓𝐨𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐫𝐨𝐰

In compliance with Hajj Advisory No. 27-006 dated September 15, 2026, entitled “Application for New Applicants for Sheikh Accreditation,” NCMF Lanao, under the leadership of Regional Director Engr. Ali M. Tabao, through the initiatives of HRPC Chairperson Amoran A. Batara Jr., Vice Chairperson and CAD Chief Designate Sittie Rahana Jhan B. Ganda, and Mauyag D. Dimakuta, facilitated the receipt, initial assessment, screening, and processing of applications from prospective new Sheikhs seeking recognition and/or accreditation under the established NCMF process.

The applications underwent an initial evaluation and screening based on the prescribed guidelines and documentary requirements. The submitted credentials and supporting documents were carefully reviewed by the designated evaluators to determine whether the applicants had satisfied the requirements prescribed for prospective Sheikhs.

Following the initial evaluation, the applications that satisfactorily complied with the required qualifications and documentary requirements were allowed to proceed to the succeeding stage of the accreditation process. This ensured that applications were not merely received but were subjected to an established screening mechanism before being advanced for further consideration.

As an additional measure to ensure the integrity and completeness of the process, a further and more rigorous screening was conducted on September 23, 2026. The second-level review was undertaken to revalidate the submitted requirements, verify compliance with the prescribed guidelines, and ensure that the applications and supporting documents were in proper order before proceeding to the next stage of the accreditation process.

The conduct of this additional screening demonstrated NCMF Lanao’s commitment to thoroughness, accuracy, and adherence to established standards. It provided an added layer of verification to minimize documentary deficiencies and ensure that only applications that had satisfactorily passed the required evaluation and screening were advanced.

The activity likewise reaffirmed the importance of maintaining a qualified, competent, and responsive pool of religious guides for the Hajj program. Through the regular assessment of existing Sheikhs and the careful screening of new applicants, NCMF Lanao continues to preserve the knowledge and experience of those who have served while creating opportunities for qualified individuals who can respond to the evolving needs of the hujjaj.

In an increasingly digital and highly organized Hajj environment, the accreditation process must likewise evolve with greater attention to documentation, compliance, accountability, and preparedness. The process is therefore not simply about accepting new applicants; it is about ensuring that those who advance have undergone the necessary evaluation and have demonstrated compliance with the standards expected of those entrusted with the religious guidance of the hujjaj.

Through this continuing process, NCMF Lanao upholds the principle of honoring the legacy while preparing the guides for the Hajj of tomorrow, preserving the wisdom of tradition while strengthening the standards, competencies, and readiness required for the continuing service of the pilgrims.

22/09/2026

Bismillahi Rahmanir Raheem!

With gratitude to Allah, Shariah Training 2026 begins another chapter in the pursuit of knowledge, service, and excellence.

For every participant who chose to walk this path, may this training deepen not only what you know, but the purpose with which you serve. May every lesson become wisdom, every challenge become growth, and every effort become an amanah fulfilled.

📍 NCMF Lanao Shariah Training Orientation
📅 September 23, 2026 | Via Zoom

Reminder to all participants: Please check your registered email for the official orientation link and other important details. Kindly remain attentive to all official announcements and instructions throughout the training.

May this be more than a training, may it become a journey that leaves knowledge in the mind, purpose in the heart, and service in the community.

Inn Shaa Allah!

22/09/2026

𝐍𝐂𝐌𝐅 𝐋𝐚𝐧𝐚𝐨 𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐬 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐕𝐢𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐚 𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐨𝐧𝐠𝐞𝐫 𝐏𝐡𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐩𝐩𝐢𝐧𝐞 𝐇𝐚𝐥𝐚𝐥 𝐈𝐧𝐝𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐲

NCMF Lanao Regional Director Engr. Ali M. Tabao actively engaged and extended its support to the Philippine Halal Industry Summit 2026, recognizing the significance of the program and its contribution to the continuing development of the Halal industry in the Philippines, particularly in Mindanao.

NCMF Lanao conveyed its warm congratulations to Secretary Sheikh Sabuddin N. Abdurahim, Director Saleha P. Sacar, and the entire BMEA team for successfully bringing together stakeholders in an initiative that advances awareness, cooperation, and opportunities within the Philippine Halal industry.

The active participation of Regional Director Engr. Ali M. Tabao further manifested NCMF Lanao’s commitment to supporting Commission-wide programs and initiatives. More importantly, it affirmed the value of standing together as one Commission—where the accomplishment of one office becomes a shared achievement, and where every effort contributes to the broader mandate of serving and empowering the Muslim Filipino community.

The Summit was more than a gathering; it was a reminder that the future of the Halal industry is built through shared vision, strengthened partnerships, and collective service.

22/09/2026

𝐁𝐫𝐢𝐝𝐠𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐇𝐚𝐣𝐣 𝐃𝐞𝐬𝐤 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐅𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐥 𝐆𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐰𝐚𝐲 𝐨𝐟 𝐒𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐢𝐜𝐞

NCMF Lanao under Regional Director Engr. Ali M. Tabao, together with HRPC Chairperson Amoran A. Batara, Jr., Finance Officer Rayhannah T. Batabor-Racman, and Liaison Officer Mauyag D. Dimakuta, conducted a courtesy and coordination visit to LANDBANK–Marawi Branch, headed by AVP Achmad G. Mamacotao, Branch Manager.

The team submitted and coordinated pertinent documents relative to the forthcoming Hajj Operations and discussed the financial and administrative procedures that will support the proper handling and assessment of payments to be made by the hujjaj. Particular attention was given to establishing clear coordination mechanisms for payment-related transactions and documentary requirements, ensuring that the process is properly understood and organized before the commencement of actual Hajj processing.

The engagement further strengthened the institutional coordination between NCMF–HRPC Lanao and LANDBANK–Marawi Branch, recognizing that the successful implementation of the Hajj Operations rests not only on the work of the processing center, but also on the seamless coordination of every vital link in the service chain.

Through this initiative, NCMF Lanao continues to prepare ahead not merely to comply with requirements, but to ensure that every process entrusted to the HRPC is placed in order, with clarity, accountability, and utmost consideration for the hujjaj whom the institution is committed to serve.

19/09/2026

𝐅𝐨𝐫𝐠𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐇𝐚𝐣𝐣 𝐅𝐫𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐞: 𝐀𝐥𝐢𝐠𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐇𝐑𝐏𝐂 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐉𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐧𝐞𝐲 𝐀𝐡𝐞𝐚𝐝

NCMF Lanao under Regional Director Engr. Ali M. Tabao, together with HRPC Chairperson Amoran A. Batara, Jr., Vice Chairperson and Acting Chief of the Cultural Affairs Division Sittie Rahana Jhan B. Ganda, and the members of the Hajj Registration and Processing Center (HRPC) Lanao conducted a preparatory meeting to strengthen the organization and operational readiness of the HRPC.

The Center introduced its members, familiarized itself with the applicable Hajj guidelines and procedures, discussed the respective scope of responsibilities, and assigned initial roles in preparation for the forthcoming operations. Particular attention was given to the anticipated registration, medical requirements, and other processes that will require sustained coordination and frontline assistance.

Through this initiative, the HRPC reaffirmed its collective commitment to remain prepared for the demands ahead. Recognizing that Hajj service may require hard work, patience, and the willingness to face difficult situations, the Committee resolved to approach its responsibilities with unity and sincerity, continuing the longstanding tradition of NCMF Lanao in serving the hujjaj, not merely as an official duty, but as an amanah and an act of service for the sake of Allah.

11/09/2026

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𝐎𝐏𝐄𝐍𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐎𝐅 𝐑𝐄𝐆𝐈𝐒𝐓𝐑𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍 𝐀𝐍𝐃 𝐏𝐀𝐘𝐌𝐄𝐍𝐓 𝐎𝐅 𝐌𝐔𝐓𝐀𝐖𝐈𝐅𝐅 𝐅𝐄𝐄𝐒 𝐅𝐎𝐑 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟕 𝐇𝐀𝐉𝐉 𝐎𝐏𝐄𝐑𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍𝐒
2027 Hajj Advisory No. 27-004 | 10 September 2026

The 𝗡𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝗶𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗠𝘂𝘀𝗹𝗶𝗺 𝗙𝗶𝗹𝗶𝗽𝗶𝗻𝗼𝘀 (𝗡𝗖𝗠𝗙), through the 𝗕𝘂𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘂 𝗼𝗳 𝗣𝗶𝗹𝗴𝗿𝗶𝗺𝗮𝗴𝗲 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗘𝗻𝗱𝗼𝘄𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 (𝗕𝗣𝗘), announces the official opening of online registration and the commencement of payment acceptance for the 2027 Hajj season.

𝗘𝗹𝗶𝗴𝗶𝗯𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗥𝗲𝗾𝘂𝗶𝗿𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀

𝗔𝗴𝗲 𝗥𝗲𝗾𝘂𝗶𝗿𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁: Intending pilgrims must be at least 12 years of age pursuant to the Ministry of Hajj and Umrah (MOHU) instructions.

𝗧𝗿𝗮𝘃𝗲𝗹 𝗗𝗼𝗰𝘂𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: Applicants must possess a Philippine passport with a minimum validity of one (1) year from pilgrims’ date of registration.

𝗜𝗻 𝗰𝗮𝘀𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗽𝗶𝗹𝗴𝗿𝗶𝗺𝘀 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗼𝗻𝗴𝗼𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗽𝗮𝘀𝘀𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁 𝗮𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗶𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻, the official receipt issued by the DFA confirming their pending passport application or renewal may be presented at the time of registration. (𝙄𝙢𝙥𝙤𝙧𝙩𝙖𝙣𝙩 𝙣𝙤𝙩𝙚: 𝙋𝙝𝙮𝙨𝙞𝙘𝙖𝙡 𝙘𝙤𝙥𝙮 𝙤𝙛 𝙥𝙖𝙨𝙨𝙥𝙤𝙧𝙩𝙨 𝙢𝙪𝙨𝙩 𝙗𝙚 𝙨𝙪𝙗𝙢𝙞𝙩𝙩𝙚𝙙 𝙞𝙢𝙢𝙚𝙙𝙞𝙖𝙩𝙚𝙡𝙮 𝙪𝙥𝙤𝙣 𝙞𝙨𝙨𝙪𝙖𝙣𝙘𝙚 𝙩𝙤 𝙛𝙖𝙘𝙞𝙡𝙞𝙩𝙖𝙩𝙚 𝙛𝙞𝙣𝙖𝙡 𝙥𝙧𝙤𝙘𝙚𝙨𝙨𝙞𝙣𝙜.)

𝗠𝗲𝗱𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗹 𝗥𝗲𝗾𝘂𝗶𝗿𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁: To be announced pending MOHU issuance of its Healthcare requirements for Hajj 2027 season.

𝗥𝗲𝗴𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗛𝗮𝗷𝗷 𝗥𝗲𝗴𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗰𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗖𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿𝘀 (𝗛𝗥𝗣𝗖𝘀)

Onsite assistance and registration processing are available through the following NCMF Regional and Provincial offices:

National Capital Region (NCR)
North Luzon
South Luzon
Palawan
Visayas
Lanao
Cagayan de Oro (CDO)
Lanao del Norte
Iligan City
SOCCSKSARGEN
General Santos City (GenSan)
Davao
Caraga
Zamboanga Peninsula
Sulu
Basilan
Tawi-Tawi

𝗦𝘁𝗲𝗽-𝗯𝘆-𝗦𝘁𝗲𝗽 𝗥𝗲𝗴𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗰𝗲𝗱𝘂𝗿𝗲

Intending pilgrims, or their duly authorized NCMF-Accredited Sheikhs, must complete the following mandatory steps:

1. 𝗥𝗲𝗴𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: Complete the registration process either online via https://tally.so/r/yPajxd or onsite.

2. 𝗛𝗥𝗣𝗖 𝗩𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: Proceed to the nearest HRPC for compliance verification and the issuance of an Order of Payment.

3. 𝗣𝗮𝘆𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁: Visit any Land Bank of the Philippines (LBP) branch to submit the corresponding Mutawwif fees payable in US Dollars only. Secure the machine-validated LBP deposit slip, ensuring you retain the appropriate copies (one original copy to be returned to the HRPC, alongside carbon copies for the bank and the payee).

𝗡𝗖𝗠𝗙 𝗛𝗔𝗝𝗝 𝗧𝗥𝗨𝗦𝗧 𝗙𝗨𝗡𝗗 𝗟𝗕𝗣 𝗔𝗰𝗰𝗼𝘂𝗻𝘁 𝗡𝗼. 𝟬𝟲𝟮𝟰 𝟬𝟭𝟬𝟬 𝟰𝟯

4. 𝗜𝗺𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁𝗮𝗻𝘁 𝗡𝗼𝘁𝗲: The payment is limited to Mutawiff Fees only in accordance with the published schedule of fees and shall not include flight tickets and other logistical expenses). Please refer to 2027 Hajj Advisory No. 27-002 for the official itemized breakdown of Mutawwif fees: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1hMr_dlAcMnZPTXcXqvdWSehHqC-_ZF6h/view?usp=drivesdk

5. 𝗗𝗼𝗰𝘂𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗦𝘂𝗯𝗺𝗶𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻: Return to the HRPC to submit the original machine-validated deposit slip to complete your registration requirements.

𝗜𝗺𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁𝗮𝗻𝘁 𝗗𝗶𝗿𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲𝘀

𝗮. 𝗔𝗰𝗰𝗿𝗲𝗱𝗶𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗥𝗲𝗽𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: Intending pilgrims are strongly advised to coordinate exclusively with NCMF-Accredited Sheikhs, all of whom are selectable within the official registration platform.
𝗯. 𝗛𝗮𝗷𝗷 𝗔𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗴𝗿𝗮𝗺: Watch for the upcoming schedule of the Regional Hajj Awareness Program designed for all prospective pilgrims.
𝗰. 𝗗𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗲: Registration and payment acceptance will conclude on December 15, 2026 or until the 2027 Hajj quota is filled, whichever is earlier.

Full text of 2027 Hajj Advisory No. 27-004: https://drive.google.com/file/d/11dge1fWyoxuWuVStUvfo2z25bYbmSXa3/view?usp=drive_link

For inquiries, message the official page of NCMF-Bureau of Pilgrimage and Endowment. For strict compliance and guidance.

09/09/2026

𝐅𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐂𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐭𝐞𝐬𝐲 𝐭𝐨 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐢𝐭𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭: 𝐁𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐌𝐚𝐝𝐫𝐚𝐬𝐚𝐡 𝐃𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐥𝐨𝐩𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐂𝐥𝐨𝐬𝐞𝐫 𝐭𝐨 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐲

NCMF Lanao under 𝐑𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐃𝐢𝐫𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐨𝐫 𝐄𝐧𝐠𝐫. 𝐀𝐥𝐢 𝐌. 𝐓𝐚𝐛𝐚𝐨, through the dedicated efforts of Acting Chief of the Cultural Affairs Division 𝐒𝐢𝐭𝐭𝐢𝐞 𝐑𝐚𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐚 𝐉𝐡𝐚𝐧 𝐁. 𝐆𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐚, together with the Cultural Affairs Division team composed of 𝐒𝐚𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐚 𝐏𝐚𝐠𝐚𝐫𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐠𝐚𝐧, 𝐃𝐫𝐚. 𝐀𝐧𝐢𝐬𝐚𝐡 𝐌𝐚𝐩𝐮𝐩𝐮𝐧𝐨 𝐋𝐚𝐠𝐮𝐢𝐧𝐝𝐚𝐛, 𝐌𝐚𝐮𝐲𝐚𝐠 𝐃𝐢𝐦𝐚𝐤𝐮𝐭𝐚, 𝐋𝐚𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐨𝐨𝐧 𝐃𝐢𝐦𝐚𝐤𝐮𝐭𝐚, 𝐌𝐚𝐢𝐦𝐨𝐧𝐚 𝐃𝐞𝐜𝐚𝐦𝐩𝐨𝐧𝐠 𝐁𝐚𝐥𝐭, 𝐁𝐨𝐥𝐚𝐰𝐚𝐧 𝐁𝐚𝐮𝐧𝐭𝐨, 𝐉𝐢𝐡𝐚𝐧 𝐓𝐮𝐚𝐧, and 𝐑𝐚𝐲𝐡𝐚𝐧 𝐌𝐚𝐜𝐚𝐩𝐚𝐝𝐨, carried out the courtesy visit to the Municipality of Wato Balindong with a sincere commitment to bring NCMF programs, services, and opportunities closer to the people.

The team was warmly welcomed by 𝐌𝐚𝐲𝐨𝐫 𝐀𝐦𝐞𝐫 𝐑𝐞𝐠𝐠𝐢𝐞 𝐋𝐮𝐜𝐦𝐚𝐧 𝐁𝐚𝐠𝐮𝐥 and 𝐕𝐢𝐜𝐞 𝐌𝐚𝐲𝐨𝐫 𝐁𝐞𝐧𝐣𝐚𝐦𝐢𝐧 𝐃. 𝐁𝐚𝐠𝐮𝐥, whose receptiveness provided an encouraging avenue for meaningful dialogue. During the engagement, the NCMF Lanao Municipal Portfolio was formally submitted and presented, providing the LGU with a clearer picture of the programs, priorities, and possible areas where local and national efforts may converge.

The discussion also moved beyond the usual courtesy exchange as the team and the LGU explored possible plans of action for madrasah development. The conversation recognized that strengthening madrasah is not merely about addressing institutional needs—it is about investing in learners, educators, families, and communities whose aspirations are deeply connected to education.

For the team, the visit was more than a scheduled activity. It was a journey of listening, reaching out, and opening doors for communities that deserve to be heard. The presence of the Cultural Affairs Division team represented an effort to turn documents and mandates into conversations, and conversations into possibilities for action.

With every visit, the team carries the belief that meaningful public service begins with showing up, listening sincerely, and building partnerships where they matter most. The Wato Balindong engagement therefore served as an important step toward sustained coordination with the LGU and toward exploring responsive interventions for its madrasah and community.

Ultimately, the visit left not only a portfolio on the table, but also a shared sense of possibility—that through genuine partnership, persistent effort, and collective commitment, the needs of madrasah learners and educators can find their way into concrete programs and meaningful support.

09/09/2026

📢 𝐀𝐍𝐍𝐎𝐔𝐍𝐂𝐄𝐌𝐄𝐍𝐓

The National Commission on Muslim Filipinos (NCMF) – Lanao Area reminds all concerned applicants that the deadline for the submission of hard copies for the 21st Series Shari’ah Training (STS) is on:

🗓️ 𝐒𝐞𝐩𝐭𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫 𝟏𝟎, 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 (𝐓𝐡𝐮𝐫𝐬𝐝𝐚𝐲)

📌 Important: The submission of hard copies is ONLY for those who have successfully registered online for the 21st Series Shari’ah Training.

All qualified registrants are advised to submit their complete hardcopy requirements on or before the deadline for proper processing and validation.

Thank you for your cooperation and compliance.