The Manila City Council expressed its full support for the Madrasah Education Program after passing on second reading an ordinance aimed at strengthening and institutionalizing the said initiative. "Draft Ordinance No. 8873, principally authored by Councilor Elmer Par, seeks to integrate...
All government agencies and the citizenry were encouraged by the National Commission on Muslim Filipinos (NCMF) to conduct educational activities for the historic observance of Sheikh Karimul Makhdum Day on Nov. 7. In a statement, the NCMF urged the nation to celebrate Muslim heritage during the...
Manila Mayor Francisco "Isko Moreno" Domagoso expressed his support for the proposed creation of a "Halal Town" in Manila that will showcase traditional Halal foods to the public as part of the city government 's expanded efforts to strengthen its ties with the Muslim community. Domagoso met...
President Marcos has declared November 7 of each year as a special national working holiday to commemorate the establishment of the country’s first mosque and the introduction of Islam in the Philippines. Marcos signed Republic Act No. 12228 on July 9, 2025, which designated November 7 as Sheikh...
It is important to provide the Muslim community ample support in growing their businesses, senatorial candidate Bam Aquino said. Senatorial candidate Bam Aquino poses for selfie with the Muslim community in Quiapo, Manila. (Photo courtesy of Bam Aquino Media Bureau) “Mahalaga na ang mga...
President Marcos hoped that observing Al Isra Wal Mi’raj would inspire the Muslim community in the country to continue participating in building a peaceful and progressive nation for all. “As you venerate this historic miracle through supplication and prayer, may its essence inspire among the...
President Marcos urged the Muslim communities to have the clarity of mind and kindness to overcome trials towards achieving peace as he joins them in observance of Eid'l Adha or the Feast of Sacrifice. Thousands of Filipino Muslims gathered to pray and celebrate Eid'l Adha or the Feast of the...
Vice President Sara Duterte urged the Muslim community to seek peace during her recent visit to the Manila Golden Mosque and Cultural Center in Quiapo, Manila to be one with Filipino muslims celebrating the Eid al-Fitr and to show her appreciation for their support. Vice President Sara...
Vice President Sara Duterte urged Filipino Muslims to live by the words and teachings in the Quran as the start of the holy month of Ramadan also marks a way for them to realize the essence of their lives. Filipino Muslims pray inside a mosque as they start observing the first day of Ramadan. (Noel...
Senator Sherwin Gatchalian on Wednesday congratulated Filipino actor Robin Padilla for ranking high in the May 2022 senatorial race, saying he can fully represent the Muslim community in the Senate. “I think his advocacy on Muslim participation is resonating,” Gatchalian said in an interview on...
Regardless of faith and religion, presidential aspirant Vice President Leni Robredo said on Monday, May 2, that the Eid’l Fitr, which marks the end of the holy month of Ramadan, sends the message that each person has a duty to be responsible for his neighbor. (PNA / MANILA BULLETIN) The Eid’l...
Senior Citizens party-list Rep. Rodolfo “Ompong” Ordanes has called on the Filipino-Muslim community to get vaccinated against the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) and urged the national government to address vaccine hesitancy. “Sa mga Muslim na kapwa ko senior citizen, magpabakuna na rin po...
