The Daily Tribune
45 BIFF members wave white flag
A total of 45 members of the Bangsamoro Islamic Freedom Fighters (BIFF) have surrendered to the Philippine Army in Datu Anggal Midtimbang and Datu Saudi Ampatuan, Maguindanao del Sur.
The surrender ceremony was facilitated by the 601st Infantry (Unifier) Brigade.
Four BIFF fighters surrendered to soldiers of the 1st Mechanized Infantry (LAKAN) Battalion in Barangay Midtimbang, Datu Anggal Midtimbang.
Constant community dialogues, barangay immersions, and negotiations, along with the assistance of Maguindanao del Sur Provincial Board Member Datu Bobby Midtimbang, led to the surrenders.
The former BIFF members turned over their high-powered firearms and received aid, including cash assistance, tricycles, and sacks of rice.
The BARMM government, through the Ministry of Public Order and Safety, also provided assistance to the surrendering members.
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