MARAWI CITY— Bangsamoro Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board (BLTFRB) took over the administration of public transit franchises in the BARMM, following the turnover of assets, responsibilities, and related documents from the LTFRB-12 in Quezon City, May 5.

Under Board Resolution No. 025, the transfer of all assets, digital records, franchises, special permits, provisional authority, and other corresponding documents for routes under BARMM from the LTFRB-12 was deemed necessary after the BLTFRB was granted authority to oversee franchise areas within its jurisdiction.

LTFRB Chair Teofilo Guadiz III led the turnover of the tasks and digital copies of franchise documents for routes under BARMM's jurisdiction to MOTC Minister Lawyer Paisalin Tago representing the BLTFRB.

“This day not only marks the turnover of records and responsibilities but also represents the culmination of the centuries-long dream of our brothers in the south for autonomy," Guadiz said, emphasizing that the LTFRB has full support for the BARMM leaders.

Minister Tago expressed gratitude for the historical milestone for the BARMM region, saying, “This is not just a turnover of documents but also a transfer of responsibility and commitment by the LTFRB. We are grateful to the LTFRB for implementing the provision of the Bangsamoro Organic Law.”

LTFRB Board Member Lawyer Mercy Jane Paras-Leynes also attended the turnover, describing it as another step that gives life to Bangsamoro Organic Law or BOL.

“It will implement what is being said on that law which will help the continuous development and achievements of the BARMM region,” Paras-Leynes said.

The turnover is expected to benefit BARMM's public transportation system and improve the delivery of services to the region's commuters. (BIO/PIA-10/Lanao del Sur)