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Rido conflict in Tipo-Tipo, Basilan pacified

Karen De Guzman

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MANILA -- The conflict between two local groups in Tipo-Tipo, Basilan has been pacified, according to Major General Leonardo Peña, commander of the 11th Infantry Division and the Joint Task Force Orion.Peña said that local elders, together with the municipal government of Tipo-Tipo, successfully mediated between the warring clans.“At around 11:20 a.m., na-negotiate ng mga elders ng Basilan, together with the local government of Basilan, nag-pull out na ‘yung grupo ng mga faction doon sa area ng Tipo-Tipo.” Peña said.<div><a class="fr-green fr-strong" href="https://www.abs-cbn.com/news/regions/2025/10/28/-rido-related-conflict-erupts-in-tipo-tipo-basilan-philippine-army-1116">Gunfight erupts in Basilan town as military confirms &#x27;rido-related conflict&#x27;</a></div>The military clarified that the incident was not a clash between the Moro Islamic Liberation Front (MILF) and government forces, but a rido or clan feud between two local groups.“Yung mga locals of Tipo-Tipo, nagkaroon ng away na nag-cause death ng isa sa mga kasamahan nila. It just so happened na isa sa mga gusto nilang gantihan ay local barangay captain ng barangay ng Tipo-Tipo,” Peña explained.The rido reportedly stemmed from the death of Nadzrie Tarahin, also known as Ustadz Bahang, a barangay kagawad who was killed on October 21, 2025, in Lamitan City, Basilan.The barangay captain of Tipo-Tipo Proper was allegedly involved in Tarahin’s killing, which sparked the conflict.Peña said troops and police personnel were deployed near the seat of the municipal government to secure the area and prevent the violence from spreading.“Nandun lang ang presence ng PNP and AFP personnel just to ensure na hindi magkaroon ng escalation of conflict,” he stressed.Initial reports indicate that one local was wounded during the skirmish.No further casualties have been reported.The feuding clans have since agreed to return to their respective communities under military and police supervision.“Fina-facilitate ng ating tropa para maging safe naman ‘yung pagbalik nila sa respective communities nila. Maiwasan ulit ‘yung further gulo na mangyayari,” Peña added.The local government of Tipo-Tipo earlier confirmed that tension erupted near the municipal hall early Tuesday, prompting the temporary suspension of work and classes as residents sought safety.Authorities are now monitoring the situation closely while investigating the killing of Tarahin, which triggered the rido.<div> </div><div>JOINT STATEMENT FROM THE PROVINCIAL GOVERNMENT OF BASILAN, AFP, AND PNP </div>In light of the attack and killing of Tarahin, the Provincial Government of Basilan (PGB), Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) 101st Brigade, and the Basilan Provincial Police Office (BPPO) jointly expressed their deepest condemnation of what they described as a “heinous act of violence.”“The PGB, AFP and PNP convey our sincere condolences to the bereaved family, the Muslim community, and the people of Basilan. We recognize the vital role that Ustadz Bahang and other religious leaders play in promoting peace, moral guidance, and unity among our people,” the statement read.The joint statement affirmed the government’s commitment to ensuring swift justice, noting that coordinated investigation and intelligence operations have been activated to identify and apprehend the perpetrators and their accomplices. “All available resources and mechanisms will be mobilized to bring those responsible to account under the rule of law.”The statement added that the provincial government, along with the Moro Islamic Liberation Front - Coordinating Committee on the Cessation of Hostilities (MILF-CCCH), stands united in preserving peace and order.“We call on the public to remain calm and cooperative, and to provide any relevant information that may assist in the prompt resolution of this case.”“We assure all Basileños that justice will be served, and that no act of violence meant to sow fear or discord will ever prevail over our shared commitment to peace and the rule of law.”In another statement, PNP reiterated its &quot;strong condemnation&quot; of what it called &quot;act of violence that claimed the life of Ustadz Nadzmi &#x27;Bahang&#x27; Tarahin&quot; in Basilan.&quot;The PNP extends its deepest condolences to the bereaved family, the Muslim community, and the people of Basilan. We understand the grief and pain caused by this tragic incident, and we join the call for calm, restraint, and cooperation to prevent the escalation of tension in Tipo-Tipo,&quot; it said.&quot;The PNP, in close coordination with the Armed Forces of the Philippines, the Provincial Government of Basilan, and local partners, has intensified security and investigative efforts to ensure that justice is served while preserving peace and order in the area,&quot; it added.Acting PNP chief PLt. Gen. Jose Melencio Nartatez Jr. also appealed to all parties to reject violence and support the government&#x27;s peace and law enforcement initiatives instead.&quot;We appeal to everyone to reject violence and revenge and instead support the joint peace and law enforcement initiatives now being undertaken by the AFP, PNP, and local leaders, including the Moro Islamic Liberation Front (MILF),&quot; he stressed.

The conflict between two local groups in Tipo-Tipo, Basilan has been pacified, according to Major General Leonardo Peña, commander of the 11th Infantry Division and the Joint Task Force Orion.

The conflict between two local groups in Tipo-Tipo, Basilan has been pacified, according to Major General Leonardo Peña, commander of the 11th Infantry Division and the Joint Task Force Orion.

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Rido conflict in Tipo-Tipo, Basilan pacified -- military

Karen De Guzman,

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Published Oct 28, 2025 04:14 PM PHT

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