By Junex Doronio
MANILA — Saying that the movement for a “separate and independent Mindanao” would only reopen old wounds in a region striving for peace, Lanao del Sur 1st District Rep. Zia Alonto Adiong called on former President Rodrigo Duterte and former Speaker Pantaleon “Bebot” Alvarez to stop their “unconstitutional and divisive bid.”
At the same time, Adiong pointed out the strong representation and contributions of Mindanaoans in the Philippine government, debunking the claims of their underrepresentation.
“This attempt to separate Mindanao from the Philippines is not only unconstitutional but also a blatant disrespect to our duly constituted authority. We cannot allow the integrity of our nation to be compromised by such reckless actions,” Adiong stressed.
He also noted that the pursuit of Mindanao’s separation from the Philippines is a direct contradiction to the principles enshrined in the Constitution.
“President Marcos has unequivocally stated that such an undertaking is unconstitutional, and as a nation, we must honor and respect his position as the duly elected leader,” Adiong further said.
(el Amigo/MNM)
