A municipal councilor in the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM) was killed in a shooting incident in Cotabato province.Nasser Alipolo Dalandang, a member of the Sangguniang Bayan in Kadayangan, died from multiple gunshot wounds after being attacked by two armed men in Barangay Salunayan, Midsayap.The suspects fled the scene before authorities arrived, and Dalandang was pronounced dead upon arrival at the hospital.

His death marks the latest in a series of attacks targeting local officials and community leaders in the region, with over 10 residents killed in similar incidents over the past year.

The incident occurred on the first day of a nationwide ban on unauthorized firearms in the BARMM, aimed at ensuring security ahead of parliamentary elections in September.

Dalandang was known for his active role in peacebuilding and community service initiatives, highlighting the challenges faced by local leaders in maintaining stability in conflict-prone areas.Authorities have not yet identified the attackers, but Dalandang's relatives suspect the attack was linked to his political role.The case remains unsolved, underscoring ongoing tensions in the region.