Ozamiz archbishop supports martial law extension

MANILA — A Catholic prelate on Friday expressed support for the possible extension of martial law in Mindanao.

“I am for the extension of martial law provided the Constitution of our land is its basis,” Ozamiz Archbishop Martin Jumoad said in an interview.

Jumoad lauded personnel of the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) and Philippine National Police (PNP) who are overseeing peace and order in the region.

“I am happy with our soldiers and policemen in the detachments. They are very respectful and courteous,” he said.

“Well-disciplined and ready to implement the Rule of Law, our people need to be disciplined,” the Ozamiz archbishop added.

Jumoad admitted that the authorities are doing their best in safeguarding the people but they are not perfect.

“There are always lapses and we are just human beings,” he said.

On Thursday, House of Representatives Speaker Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo said she is ready to support President Rodrigo Duterte if he decides to extend martial law in Mindanao.

Last Tuesday, three people died when an improvised bomb exploded near a grocery store in Isulan, Sultan Kudarat as the founding anniversary of the town was being celebrated. Authorities are investigating the incident.

Last year, lawmakers extended martial rule in Mindanao until the end of 2018. (Ferdinand Patinio/PNA)

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