Basher Dimalaang Manalao or known to be Mostaqbal, a Maranao people, Islamic preacher (Ulama or Aleem) and was elected vice-governor then succeeded by law the governor of Lanao del Sur in the Philippines following the death of former governor Mamintal Adiong Sr. in 2004. He took his Islamic degree (Arabic: كوليت) at King Saud University.[1]
Aleem Basher D. Manalao | |
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| Nationality | Filipino |
| Organization(s) | Philippine Al-Mostaqbal, Inc. |
| Known for | Missioner |
He owns an organization Philippine Al-Mostaqbal Incorporation educating members about Islamic cultures, future, and science of Qur’an.[2][3] Dominant members of his organization were women. The organization established a Facebook page named “Mostaqbal Online Channel” with having over 8.5k followers. He had little or no interest in politics.[3]
He established a public cemetery called “Maqbara” located at Barangay Guimba, Marawi City, Lanao del Sur in the Philippines during his term as governor of the province.[3] Due to political dispute, he was suspended in 3 months by a petition of Monera Macabangon in 2006.[4] He then returned to the office of governor by the decision of the court.
Early life
editMostaqbal was born in his home town Tamparan, Lanao del Sur in the Philippines. He graduated high school at Ma’ahad Mindanao Al-Arabi newly Jamiatu Muslim Mindanao and proceeded to Islamic education at King Saud University.
Known as Mustaqbal ("future"), he is a graduate of Islamic studies from schools in Egypt and Saudi Arabia.[5]
Political career
editManalao, elected in 2004 as vice governor of Lanao del Sur, formally became governor on July 12 under the rule of succession following the death of re-elected governor Mamintal Adiong Sr. three days after the beginning of the term.[5][6]
Being pro-administration,[7] his tenure saw disputes.[8] In October 2005, Manalao was placed under preventive suspension by the Ombudmsman after members of the Lanao del Sur Provincial Board filed a total of twelve cases against him,[6][9][10] as he was accused of nepotism and of anomalous purchasing of police vehicles.[11][10] The 90-day suspension began on November 5.[12][13] Vice governor Monera Macabangon was then designated acting provincial governor.[6]
On March 13, 2006, Ombudsman Merceditas Gutierrez dismissed all charges against him and four other provincial officials[9] for lack of probable cause;[10] reinstating him to the office.[6][10][14]
In late 2006, Manalao survived an assassination attempt.[15]
He sought re-election in 2007, but lost.[16]
He led Ompia Party, a Moro political party, succeeding its founder, former provincial governor Mahid Mutilan.[17]
See also
editExternal links
editReferences
edit- ^ De La Cruz, Lino (July 12, 2004). "Manalao takes over as Lanao Sur governor". The Philippine Star.
- ^ Saaduddin, Deh (May 27, 2019). "BTA religious rep: Perceive peace in The Night of Decree". Dateliners News.
- ^ a b c Tago, Abdul Hanan (September 19, 2006). "SU Graduate Brings Lanao Del Sur's Leadership Closer to People". Arab News.
- ^ De La Cruz, Lino (April 20, 2006). "Lanao Sur exec stopped from withdrawing funds". The Philippine Star.
- ^ a b de la Cruz, Lino (July 12, 2004). "Manalao takes over as Lanao Sur governor". The Philippine Star. Retrieved May 27, 2023.
- ^ a b c d de la Cruz, Lino (April 25, 2006). "Lanao del Sur's political crisis ends". The Philippine Star. Retrieved May 27, 2023.
- ^ "Local officials vow support for Arroyo". The Philippine Star. July 2, 2005. Retrieved May 27, 2023.
- ^ de la Cruz, Lino (April 20, 2006). "Lanao Sur exec stopped from withdrawing funds". The Philippine Star. Retrieved May 27, 2023.
- ^ a b de la Cruz, Lino (March 19, 2006). "Ombudsman drops raps vs Lanao Sur gov, 3 others". The Philippine Star. Retrieved May 27, 2023.
- ^ a b c d "Lanao governor back in office after suspension". GMA News Online. March 21, 2006. Retrieved May 26, 2023.
- ^ de la Cruz, Lino (November 5, 2005). "Status quo at Lanao del Sur Capitol". The Philippine Star. Retrieved May 27, 2023.
- ^ de la Cruz, Lino (February 6, 2006). "Ulama league's head calls for sobriety in Lanao Sur". The Philippine Star. Retrieved May 27, 2023.
- ^ Schröter, Susanne (2013). Gender and Islam in Southeast Asia. Leiden, Netherlands: Koninklijke Brill NV. p. 217. ISBN 978-90-04-22186-4. Retrieved May 27, 2023.
- ^ "Opinions (2006)". Department of Justice. Government of the Philippines. Retrieved May 26, 2023.
- ^ "Mindanao gov survives attempt on his life". The Manila Times. December 18, 2006. Retrieved May 26, 2023.
- ^ Rosauro, Ryan (May 30, 2007). "MILF tags Cabinet member in bid to ensure bet's win". Philippine Daily Inquirer. p. A17. Retrieved May 31, 2023 – via Google Books.
- ^ Maulana, Nash (May 1, 2016). "Sulu Vice Gov Tan claims support in ARMM, but…". Philippine Daily Inquirer. Retrieved May 26, 2023.