BARMM changes leadership before elections, ministers resign

The Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM) is undergoing another leadership transition, with the interim chief minister replaced and ministerial resignations requested. This follows a previous extension of the transition period. This latest shift, occurring before the scheduled October 2025 parliamentary elections, saw Ahod B. Ebrahim replaced by Abdulraof Macacua. Additionally, most ministers were asked to resign, with only six retained by July 5, 2025. These changes raise concerns about the integrity of self-rule and autonomous governance, potentially signaling a return to past political practices. The BARMM has already experienced multiple transitions since its inception.