06/03/2025
||Official Greetings from the Office of the Municipal Tourism under the Exemplary Leadership of Mayor Talib G. Pawaki||
"Assalamu Alaikum warahmatullahi wabarakatuh!
On this joyous occasion of the 51st Tennun Pakaradjaan Basilan 2025, the Office of the Municipal Tourism, under the visionary guidance of Mayor Talib G. Pawaki, extends its warmest felicitations to all Yakans and residents of Basilan. This festival is a radiant testament to our enduring heritage, embodied in the intricate tennun weavings that mirror the strength, creativity, and unity of our people.
Mayor Pawaki reminds us: βOur culture is our soul; our identity is our pride.β Let this celebration reignite our commitment to preserving our traditions, speaking our language, and wearing our tennun with honor. Every thread woven is a story of resilience, a legacy for generations to come. Together, let us champion our Yakan identity, foster cultural solidarity, and ensure Basilanβs heritage shines brighter for the world to see.
Magsukul si kaam kemon, Mabuhay ang Yakan! Mabuhay ang Basilan! β¨