National Commission on Muslim Filipinos-Region 9

𝗛𝗔𝗝𝗝 𝗡𝗜𝗚𝗛𝗧: 𝗔𝗡 𝗘𝗩𝗘𝗡𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗢𝗙 𝗚𝗥𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗧𝗨𝗗𝗘, 𝗙𝗘𝗟𝗟𝗢𝗪𝗦𝗛𝗜𝗣, 𝗔𝗡𝗗 𝗣𝗔𝗥𝗧𝗡𝗘𝗥𝗦𝗛𝗜𝗣

As the 2026 Hajj season draws to a close, Secretary Sabuddin N. Abdurahim, serving as 𝗔𝗺𝗶𝗿𝘂𝗹 𝗛𝗮𝗷𝗷, together with Consul General Rommel A. Romato, hosted a meaningful Hajj Night on behalf of the National Commission on Muslim Filipinos (NCMF), the Philippine Hajj Mission, the Hajj Attaché, and NCMF officials to honor the individuals and institutions whose support contributed to the successful conduct of this year’s Hajj operations.

The gathering was attended by officials from the Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA), Philippine Ambassador Raymond R. Balatbat, government partners, service providers, esteemed Saudi friends and partners, as well as respected shuyukh who graciously shared their reflections, insights, and experiences from this year’s Hajj journey.

Their cooperation, guidance, and commitment were instrumental in ensuring the welfare, spiritual enrichment, and smooth journey of our Filipino pilgrims.

As we celebrate this achievement, we also extend our deepest appreciation to the many dedicated men and women working behind the scenes—those who may not be in the photographs but whose tireless efforts made a lasting impact. From the operations, transport, accommodation, logistics, airport, billeting, administrative, technical, and support teams, your long hours, sacrifices, and unwavering dedication were essential to the success of the Philippine Hajj Mission.

This accomplishment is the result of a collective effort, and every contribution, whether visible or unseen, has been invaluable.

May Allah (SWT) accept the efforts of everyone who served our hujjaj, reward your sacrifices abundantly, grant our pilgrims a Hajj Mabroor, and continue to strengthen the bonds of friendship, cooperation, and brotherhood forged throughout this blessed season.

𝗡𝗖𝗠𝗙 𝗥𝗘𝗚𝗜𝗢𝗡 𝗜𝗫-𝗔 𝗖𝗢𝗡𝗗𝗨𝗖𝗧𝗦 𝗠𝗢𝗡𝗗𝗔𝗬 𝗙𝗟𝗔𝗚 𝗥𝗔𝗜𝗦𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗖𝗘𝗥𝗘𝗠𝗢𝗡𝗬

NCMF Region IX-A personnel gathered for the regular Monday Flag Raising Ceremony on June 1, 2026, reaffirming their commitment to public service, professionalism, and teamwork. The activity also served as a venue for important announcements and updates on ongoing programs and activities.

𝗡𝗖𝗠𝗙 𝗥𝗲𝗴𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗜𝗫-𝗔 𝗡𝗮𝗸𝗶𝗯𝗮𝗵𝗮𝗴𝗶 𝘀𝗮 𝗣𝗮𝗴𝗱𝗶𝗿𝗶𝘄𝗮𝗻𝗴 𝗻𝗴 𝟰𝟮𝗻𝗱 𝗦𝗶𝗹𝘀𝗶𝗹𝗮𝗵 𝗔𝗻𝗻𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗮𝗿𝘆 𝗮𝘁 𝟰𝟬𝘁𝗵 𝗦𝘂𝗺𝗺𝗲𝗿 𝗖𝗼𝘂𝗿𝘀𝗲 𝗔𝗹𝘂𝗺𝗻𝗶 𝗚𝗮𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴

Ang National Commission on Muslim Filipinos (NCMF) Region IX-A, sa ilalim ng liderato ni Regional Director Rhoasia S. Matolo-Mukaram, JD, sa pamamagitan ng Peace Building and Conflict Resolution (PBCR) Division, ay nakibahagi sa pagdiriwang ng 42nd Anniversary ng Silsilah Dialogue Movement at 40th Summer Course Alumni Gathering na ginanap noong Mayo 30, 2026 sa Silsilah Auditorium, Harmony Village, Pitogo, Sinunuc, Zamboanga City.

Dumalo sa nasabing aktibidad ang mga kawani ng PBCR kasama si OIC-CAD Chief Eddie Abdurajan bilang kinatawan ng Regional Office. Naging mahalagang pagkakataon ang pagtitipon upang isulong ang kultura ng dayalogo at kapayapaan, palakasin ang Christian-Muslim relations, hikayatin ang paggalang sa religious at cultural diversity, at suportahan ang mga peacebuilding initiatives na nagtataguyod ng pagkakaisa at pagkakaunawaan sa mga komunidad.

Pinagsama-sama rin ng okasyon ang mga alumni ng Silsilah Summer Course upang muling pagtibayin ang kanilang pagkakaibigan, magbahagi ng mga karanasan, at patuloy na palakasin ang kanilang commitment sa interfaith dialogue at pagsusulong ng kultura ng kapayapaan at pagkakaisa.

Dumalo rin sa pagdiriwang si Commissioner Bai A. Labi Sittie Aisha “Baicon” Cayongcat-Nuska, NCMF Commissioner, Muslim Coordinator ng Silsilah Forum-Marawi, at isa ring alumna ng Silsilah Summer Course. Sa kanyang mensahe, binigyang-diin niya ang kahalagahan ng mas matibay na ugnayan at kolaborasyon sa pagitan ng NCMF at ng Silsilah Dialogue Movement upang higit pang mapaigting ang mga peace initiatives at mapanatili ang pagkakaisa at pagkakasundo sa mga komunidad.

Patuloy na naninindigan ang NCMF Region IX-A sa pagsuporta sa mga programa at pakikipag-ugnayan na nagtataguyod ng mutual understanding, interfaith cooperation, at pangmatagalang kapayapaan.

𝗦𝗲𝗿𝗯𝗶𝘀𝘆𝗼𝗻𝗴 𝗚𝗼𝗯𝘆𝗲𝗿𝗻𝗼, 𝗜𝗻𝗶𝗹𝗮𝗽𝗶𝘁 𝘀𝗮 𝗞𝗼𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝗱𝗮𝗱

Through the collective efforts of NCMF Region IX-A and its partner agencies, essential PSA services were successfully brought closer to Muslim communities in Barangay Linguisan, Tungawan, Zamboanga Sibugay. By making birth registration and PhilSys enrollment more accessible, the activity enabled residents to secure vital civil registry documents and establish legal identity, important steps toward accessing government programs, social services, and other opportunities.

This initiative reflects the commitment of NCMF Region IX-A and its partner agencies to deliver inclusive, accessible, and people-centered services, particularly to communities in geographically isolated and disadvantaged areas. Through strengthened inter-agency collaboration and community engagement, government services are made more responsive to the needs of the people.

Together, we continue to bring government closer to the grassroots, ensuring that no community is left behind in the pursuit of inclusive growth and development.

𝗡𝗖𝗠𝗙 𝗥𝗲𝗴𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗜𝗫-𝗔 𝗡𝗮𝗴𝘀𝗮𝗴𝗮𝘄𝗮 𝗻𝗴 𝟰𝘁𝗵 𝗟𝗲𝗴 𝗻𝗴 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲 𝗔𝗱𝘃𝗼𝗰𝗮𝗰𝘆 𝗖𝗮𝗺𝗽𝗮𝗶𝗴𝗻 𝘀𝗮 𝗧𝘂𝗻𝗴𝗮𝘄𝗮𝗻, 𝗭𝗮𝗺𝗯𝗼𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗮 𝗦𝗶𝗯𝘂𝗴𝗮𝘆

Sa ilalim ng liderato ni Regional Director Rhoaisa S. Matolo-Mukaram, JD, matagumpay na naisagawa ng National Commission on Muslim Filipinos (NCMF) Region IX-A, sa pamamagitan ng Muslim Settlement Division (MSD) at katuwang ang Legal Affairs Division (LAD), ang 4th Leg of the 2026 Advocacy Campaign on Muslim Civil Registry and Vital Statistics (CRVS), Philippine Identification System (PhilSys), at Census of Population noong May 19, 2026 sa Covered Court ng Lali Alam Integrated School, Barangay Linguisan, Tungawan, Zamboanga Sibugay.

Isinagawa ang aktibidad sa pakikipagtulungan sa Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA)–Sibugay Provincial Office, kasama ang suporta ng Municipal Local Civil Registrar ng Tungawan at Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT)–Sibugay, sa koordinasyon ng Barangay Local Government Unit (BLGU) ng Linguisan sa ilalim ng pamumuno ni Punong Barangay Elias B. Alam.

Layunin ng advocacy campaign na mapalawak ang kaalaman ng komunidad tungkol sa kahalagahan ng tamang at napapanahong civil registration, access sa mga serbisyo ng PSA, mga usaping may kinalaman sa census, at ang mahahalagang probisyon ng Republic Act No. 11596 o Anti-Child Marriage Law at Republic Act No. 12160 o Philippine Islamic Burial Act.

Bilang pagkilala sa kanilang mahalagang kontribusyon at suporta, nagbigay rin ng plaques, certificates, at tokens of appreciation sa mga partner agencies at stakeholders.

Ang matagumpay na pagsasagawa ng aktibidad na ito ay patunay ng patuloy na pagpapalakas ng inter-agency collaboration at community engagement upang mas mailapit ang mahahalagang serbisyo ng pamahalaan sa grassroots communities.

𝗡𝗖𝗠𝗙 𝗜𝗫-𝗔 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗱𝘂𝗰𝘁𝘀 𝗦𝗽𝗲𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗦𝗵𝗮𝗿𝗶’𝗮𝗵 𝗕𝗮𝗿 𝗢𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 – 𝗗𝗮𝘆 𝟮 (𝗙𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗗𝗮𝘆)

Under the leadership of Regional Director Rhoaisa S. Matolo-Mukaram, JD, the National Commission on Muslim Filipinos (NCMF) Region IX-A, through the Cultural Affairs Division headed by OIC-Chief Eddie A. Abdurajan, SCL, successfully conducted the Special Shari’ah Bar Operations – Day 2 (Final Day) for the 2026 Special Shari’ah Bar Examination on May 27, 2026, at the Ateneo de Zamboanga University (ADZU) Testing Center.

The activity was conducted in coordination with personnel from the Supreme Court of the Philippines under Associate Justice Henri Jean Paul B. Inting, Chairperson of the 2026 Special Shari’ah Bar Examination, and staff from the Office of the Bar Confidant who served as venue examinee supervisors.

Examinees from various areas across Mindanao, including Zamboanga, Basilan, Jolo, Tawi-Tawi, Pagadian, and Iligan, participated in the final day of the examination. Personnel were deployed as early as 4:00 AM to ensure smooth coordination, supervision, and assistance prior to the entry of examinees into the testing venue.

Strict adherence to examination protocols was observed throughout the activity, while continuous guidance and support were provided to examinees to ensure the orderly and dignified conduct of the final examination day. A designated prayer room was likewise provided by ADZU, allowing examinees to observe Salatul Eid (Eid’l Adha) at 6:00 AM without disrupting examination operations.

To formally conclude the support operations, the Cultural Affairs Division also conducted a simple “Salubong” for examinees following the examination proper. The initiative served as an opportunity to personally welcome and congratulate the examinees upon completing the Special Shari’ah Bar Examination. Light refreshments were likewise provided, while warm Eid’l Adha greetings and messages of encouragement were extended as expressions of appreciation, support, and solidarity following the rigorous examination process.

Through the coordinated efforts of all participating offices and personnel, the final day of the examination was successfully and peacefully concluded, reflecting strong inter-agency collaboration and efficient field ex*****on.

Overall, the operation successfully achieved its objective of providing assistance, supervision, and support to examinees during the final day of the 2026 Special Shari’ah Bar Examination.

Wa Billahi Tawfiq wal Hidayah.

🌙✨ 𝗘𝗶𝗱’𝗹 𝗔𝗱𝗵𝗮 𝗔𝗹 𝗠𝘂𝗯𝗮𝗿𝗮𝗸! ✨🌙

The National Commission on Muslim Filipinos (NCMF) Region IX-A extends its warmest greetings to the entire Muslim Ummah in celebration of Eid’l Adha — a sacred occasion that reminds us of faith, sacrifice, compassion, and obedience to Allah (SWT).

May this blessed celebration bring peace to every home, strengthen our bonds of brotherhood and unity, and inspire us to continue serving others with sincerity and gratitude.

Greetings from

𝗥𝗵𝗼𝗶𝗮𝘀𝗮 𝗦. 𝗠𝗮𝘁𝗼𝗹𝗼-𝗠𝘂𝗸𝗮𝗿𝗮𝗺, 𝗝𝗗
Regional Director

and the entire

𝗡𝗖𝗠𝗙 𝗜𝗫-𝗔 𝗙𝗮𝗺𝗶𝗹𝘆 💚

𝗡𝗖𝗠𝗙 𝗜𝗫-𝗔 𝗖𝗢𝗡𝗗𝗨𝗖𝗧𝗦 𝗦𝗘𝗠𝗜-𝗔𝗡𝗡𝗨𝗔𝗟 𝗕𝗟𝗢𝗢𝗗 𝗧𝗘𝗦𝗧𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗔𝗖𝗧𝗜𝗩𝗜𝗧𝗬 𝗙𝗢𝗥 𝗣𝗘𝗥𝗦𝗢𝗡𝗡𝗘𝗟

Under the leadership of Regional Director Rhoaisa S. Matolo-Mukaram, JD, the Medical Unit of the Administrative and Finance Division of the National Commission on Muslim Filipinos (NCMF) Region IX-A, in coordination with EUROASIA Pharmaceuticals, Inc., successfully conducted its Semi-Annual Blood Testing Activity at the NCMF IX-A Main Building Function Hall.

The activity aimed to monitor the health condition of NCMF IX-A officials and personnel, particularly those with previous abnormal blood chemistry results, and to promote early detection and management of health concerns such as diabetes, hypertension, and other related conditions.

The health screening included fasting blood sugar, cholesterol, and uric acid testing, followed by medical consultation and diagnosis facilitated by Dr. Ramla A. Sandag-Jailani, Head of the Medical Unit. Participants were also provided with personalized medical advice and appropriate recommendations based on their results.

A total of thirty-four (34) personnel actively participated in the activity, including Regional Director Matolo-Mukaram, demonstrating the office’s continued commitment to employee health and wellness.

The successful conduct of the activity reflects NCMF IX-A’s dedication to fostering a healthy, productive, and service-oriented workforce.

𝗡𝗖𝗠𝗙 𝗜𝗫-𝗔 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗱𝘂𝗰𝘁𝘀 𝗦𝗽𝗲𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗦𝗵𝗮𝗿𝗶’𝗮𝗵 𝗕𝗮𝗿 𝗢𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 – 𝗗𝗮𝘆 𝟭

Under the leadership of Regional Director Rhoaisa S. Matolo-Mukaram, JD, the National Commission on Muslim Filipinos (NCMF) Region IX-A, through the Cultural Affairs Division, led by Eddie A. Abdurajan, SCL, successfully conducted the 2026 Special Shari’ah Bar Operations – Day 1 held on May 24, 2026, at the Ateneo de Zamboanga University (ADZU) Testing Center.

Examinees from various parts of Mindanao, including Zamboanga, Basilan, Jolo, Tawi-Tawi, Pagadian, and Iligan, gathered to take part in the Special Shari’ah Bar Examination. To ensure the smooth and orderly conduct of the activity, the assisting team was deployed as early as 4:00 AM to provide guidance and support to the examinees prior to their entry into the testing venue.

Present during the activity were representatives from the NCMF Cultural Affairs Division Shari’ah Training Secretariat, personnel from the Supreme Court of the Philippines under the leadership of Associate Justice Henri Jean Paul B. Inting, Chairperson of the 2026 Special Shari’ah Bar Examination, and staff from the Office of the Bar Confidant who served as venue examinee supervisors.

As part of the support initiative, snacks were distributed to examinees as a simple gesture of encouragement and care while they prepared for the examination.

Through the coordinated efforts of all participating offices and personnel, Day 1 of the examination was successfully and peacefully conducted in accordance with established guidelines and examination protocols.

Wa Billahi Tawfiq wal Hidayah.

𝗡𝗖𝗠𝗙 𝗥𝗲𝗴𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗜𝗫-𝗔 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗱𝘂𝗰𝘁𝘀 𝗥𝗲𝗴𝘂𝗹𝗮𝗿 𝗠𝗼𝗻𝗱𝗮𝘆 𝗙𝗹𝗮𝗴 𝗥𝗮𝗶𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗖𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗺𝗼𝗻𝘆

The National Commission on Muslim Filipinos (NCMF) Region IX-A conducted its regular Monday Flag Ceremony on May 26, 2026, with officials and personnel in attendance.

The activity provided an opportunity for the workforce to reaffirm their commitment to public service and to the delivery of meaningful programs and assistance to Muslim Filipino communities in the region.