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BARMM chief joins BFP party, named president and chair

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Edwin O. Fernandez

COTABATO CITY – Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM) Interim Chief Minister Abdulraof Macacua on Saturday took his oath as a new member of the Bangsamoro Federalist Party (BFP), one of the new regional political parties participating in the historic parliamentary elections on Sept. 14.

He was later elected as its party president and chairman.

Macacua took his oath as party member before Member of Parliament Tomanda Antok during the party’s general assembly in Barangay Gambar, Kabuntalan, Maguindanao del Norte.

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Later, Antok relinquished his post as BFP president to Macacua in ceremonies attended by party members and supporters.

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The chief minister also took his oath as party president before Antok.

Antok then took his oath as party executive vice president before Macacua.

Aside from party leaders and members, also in attendance during the party general assembly in Kabuntalan, Maguindanao del Norte on Saturday, Aug. 15, were officials and members of Bangsamoro Islamic Armed Forces (BIAF), the military arm of Moro Islamic Liberation Front. (Photo courtesy of BFP)

Macacua’s appointment by party leaders was made during a gathering of BFP members and party officials, where the organization emphasized a renewed direction and stronger advocacy for peace, development, and the Bangsamoro people’s right to self-determination.

Macacua thanked the party for its trust and pledged to pursue “more inclusive, stronger, and more compassionate leadership” for the Bangsamoro.

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“The BFP will remain a home for Bangsamoro people who believe in achieving peace through federalism. We will continue what has been started and further strengthen our services for our people,” Macacua said.

“There are moments in history that demand unity and courage from our leaders. This is one of those moments. Our duties may be different, but we share a single responsibility: to build a stronger Bangsamoro and leave a better future for the next generation,” he added.

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Lawyer Naguib Sinarimbo, president of BFP Cotabato City chapter, said under Macacua’s leadership, the BFP is expected to focus on key issues affecting Bangsamoro communities, including governance, education, healthcare, livelihood, and political empowerment.

Macacua is seeking a seat in the Bangsamoro parliament as representative of Maguindanao del Norte’s 3rd district.

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