NFWM participates in All-In-One Mission at Luuk, Sulu

By Jong Cadion

ZAMBOANGA CITY (February 26, 2018) - Naval Forces Western Mindanao (NFWM) together with several teams of civilian and government volunteers participated in the All-In-One Medical and Dental Mission organized by Marine Battalion Landing Team 1 (MBLT1) in partnership with Joint Task Force Sulu (JTF Sulu) and other stakeholders on February 23, 2018 at Camp Andres Central Elementary School, Brgy Luuk, Sulu, military official said.

Prior to the activity, JTF Sulu Commander Brig. Gen. Cirilito E Sobejana AFP  and Commander PMRF Sulu/ Commander NTG Sulu Col. Armel S Tolato PN(M)(MNSA) presented the four M16 and four M14 rifles that were recovered by MBLT3 led by Col Ramil Densing last 22 February 2018 to the Commander, Naval Forces Western Mindanao. It was seized from an identified ASG Member named Apo Eting who attempted to flee the area in a motorized banca upon sensing the presence of government troops in the area.

        

Rear Admiral Rene V. Medina AFP, Commander, Naval Forces Western Mindanao, said that the All-In-One Mission was composed of the different activities which includes: medical consultation, minor surgery, circumcision and tooth extraction. Various recreational workshops like Photo Booth and Storytelling were also conducted. The organizers also officiated a Football Festival entitled “Football for Peace” which is an advocacy of MBLT1 to instil in the hearts and minds of the residents specially the youth the values of confidence, discipline and teamwork.

         

Among the attendees of the said activity were the Commander, Naval Forces Western Mindanao Rear Admiral Rene V Medina, the Commander of Joint Task Force Sulu Brigadier General Cirilito E Sobejana, the Congressman, 2nd District of Sulu Honorable Abdul Munir M Arbison, Municipal Mayor, Luuk, Sulu Honorable Jun M Arbison and other senior officers and government officials. A simple program was held wherein the traditional Pangalay Courtship dance was presented to the guest of honor and party.

         

In his short message, RADM Medina AFP said, “The all-in-one mission aims to send out a message that every Filipino needs to unite for peace. Through these selfless acts, we will endeavor to continue the advocacy of implementing the true goal of a soldier; that we are for peace and not for war.” He also urged the local populace to help the Armed Forces of the Philippines in making Sulu a better place to live in.