COTABATO CITY—To ensure uninterrupted government operations, newly-installed Interim Chief Minister Abdulraof Macacua has directed all Bangsamoro ministries, offices, and agencies (BMOAs) to maintain their current functions and structures during the transition period.

 

In a memorandum dated March 12, 2025, Macacua instructed ministers and heads of offices to continue performing their duties as the Bangsamoro Government undergoes leadership changes.

 

“To ensure the seamless continuation of government functions and services, all concerned are hereby directed to continue performing their respective functions and duties. This directive remains in effect until the transition process is completed,” the memo stated.

 

Macacua reiterated this commitment during the oath-taking ceremony of newly appointed Bangsamoro Transition Authority (BTA) Parliament members on March 15 in Malate, Manila.

 

“In the coming days, as your Chief Minister, I wish to reassure you that the ministries (offices and agencies) will maintain the status quo at this juncture,” Macacua stressed.

 

“This decision is not taken lightly, but it serves as a strategic measure that preserves the momentum and initiatives already in progress,” he added.

 

Macacua, who was appointed interim chief minister by President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. on March 3, succeeds former CM Ahod “Al Haj Murad” Ebrahim.

 

The Chief Minister emphasized the significant duties of the BMOAs which necessitate consistent operations in the service of the Bangsamoro.

 

“By retaining the current structure, we lay a solid foundation to build upon, ensuring continuity in our governance,” he said.

 

The new ICM stressed that status quo is not tantamount to complacency and that a thorough performance review of the BMOAs is a way forward.

 

Macacua urged the Government of the Day to uphold its commitment to uplifting the lives of the Bangsamoro people. (Johamin Inok/BIO)