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Rushing the elections, much like rushing the peace process in Mindanao, may hinder rather than help progress
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In a Facebook post following the decision, former BARMM interior minister Naguib Sinarimbo remarked that the ruling would have “far-reaching consequences,” highlighting concerns about the constitutionality of the Bangsamoro Organic Law and Sulu’s relationship with BARMM. Since Sulu’s exclusion has been upheld, there is concern that other BARMM provinces might follow suit in the future. While these are possibilities rather than certainties, they deserve our attention.
He referred to Sulu’s historical significance as the birthplace of the Moro National Liberation Front , a group rival to the Moro Islamic Liberation Front . BARMM is currently led by the MILF following a peace agreement with the government. BARMM’s history, culture, religion, and identity are inseparable from Sulu and the MNLF, who have resisted colonialism and greatly contributed to the self-identity and freedom Bangsamoro enjoys today. Sulu’s participation is essential for truly inclusive elections, as Bangsamoro unity is incomplete if its constituents are divided in the pursuit of peace.
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