Campo Islam
Campo Islam
Kampung Islam (Malay) | |
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| Coordinates: 6°54′51″N 122°02′44″E / 6.914210°N 122.045592°E | |
| Country | Philippines |
| Region | Zamboanga Peninsula |
| City | Zamboanga City |
| District | Baliwasan (1st District) |
| Created | August 29, 1935 |
| Government | |
| • Type | Sangguniang Barangay |
| • Barangay Captain | Habib Faizal B. Jamalul |
| • Barangay Councilors |
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| • Sangguniang Kabataan Chairperson | Mohammad S. Tama |
| Area | |
• Total | 26 ha (64 acres) |
| Elevation | 6.4 m (21 ft) |
| Population (2024) | |
• Total | 11,730 |
| Demonym | Campo Islameños |
| Demographics | |
| • Languages[1] | Main language: Chavacano Other languages: Tausug, Samal, and Yakan |
| • Ethnic groups | Moro peoples (mainly Samal, Tausug, and Yakan) and others |
| • Religions | Islam (majority) |
| Time zone | UTC+08:00 |
| PSGC | 97332020 |
Campo Islam (Malay: کامڤوڠ إسلام, romanized: Kampung Islam) is a barangay in Zamboanga City, Philippines. It is located in Baliwasan Geographical District at the Legislative District I.[2] This is a place known as the main center of concentration of the Muslim population in the region of Zamboanga Peninsula.[3][4] As of 2015, this barangay had a population of 12,552 and is an urban barangay.[5]
Campo Islam, along with Taluksangay, Rio Hondo, and Recodo, is one of the oldest Muslim villages on the tip of the Zamboanga Peninsula, most of these Muslim villages are mainly built on water.[6][7] During the Spanish colonial era, Moro Muslims initially lived in Magay, near here. However, when Christian settlers from Visayas came and their numbers increased, the natives were driven from their homes and forced to move to Cawa-Cawa (now the R.T. Lim Highway) to establish a new settlement.[8]
Etymology
[edit]The name Campo Islam comes from the Malay word Kampung Islam, which means 'Islamic Village'. Therefore, this barangay is inhabited by a majority of the Filipino Muslim known as the Moro peoples.[8] Because even though it is located on the Zamboanga Peninsula, which is known to be mostly inhabited by indigenous Subanon people, in the southern coastal area, the inhabitants are the indigenous Samal, Tausug, and Yakan peoples. Likewise, the Bajau people (identical to Samal) who sail the Basilan Strait to look for fish, coral and shellfish, they live on colorful vinta (sailboats) and take shelter in stilt houses near the coast during storms.[6]
History
[edit]This barangay was established on August 29, 1935. On that day, Governor Frank Murphy declared Lot 290 as Reservation, specifically for the use of the Moros, based on Proclamation No. 841. Lot 290, is currently "Campo Islam Panamin (Seaside)". This is a step towards the Samal Resettlement Project initiated by the Presidential Assistant on Cultural Minorities (PANAMIN).[9] The place that was eventually called Campo Islam was originally a native village of the Samal that resembled a forest, had a swamp in the middle of its area and was approximately 40 meters in diameter.[8]
In 1935, Americans mistakenly referred to the Samal and Badjao as the Moros. The goal is to meet the needs of the indigenous population, not to classify adherents of Islam. Later, the Zamboanga City Government ordered the resettlement of the Muslim population of Magay and Cawa-Cawa to the reservation (1936–1939). The resettlement was led by several well-known Muslim leaders at that time, including Raja Muda Mandi, Datu Facundo, Datu Taupan, and Imam Utama Amping. The strong leadership of these traditional leaders has turned the barrio into an active and well-organized barangay.[8]
On the other hand, local Muslim chiefs known as panglima (lit. 'commander') were responsible for the administration of the neighboring communities, Stanvac and Lower Calarian. Several of the leading figures among them was Panglima Maruji, Panglima Jikiri, and Panglima Absari.[8]
In January 1956, based on RA 1408, Imam Utama Amping was elected the first elected Barrio Lieutenant in Campo Islam.[8]
Over time the continuous migration of people from nearby islands and provinces has transformed this community into a bustling and densely populated barangay. Some prominent migrations are the Japanese occupation in the 1940s, the conflict between the Ilagas and the Blackshirts in the 1960s, and the MNLF separatist war against the Philippine government.[8]
Currently, Barangay Campo Islam is divided into four sitios, namely Campo Islam Panamin, Campo Islam Kasalatan, Stanvac, and Lower Calarian. The entire barangay was declared an Industrial Area based on Zoning Regulation No. 29 of 1978, despite strong opposition from the residents.[8]
In April 2004, Zamboanga City was divided into two congressional districts. Barangay Campo Islam is part of the first congressional district or west coast district, along with 35 other barangays.[8]
Government
[edit]Barangay elected officers (2007–2010)
[edit]- Barangay Captain:
- Ahmad Narzad K. Sampang
- Barangay Councilors:
- Lea K. Alih
- Safari S. Taradji
- Habib Faizal B. Jamalul
- Yacob M. Amsan
- Abdulmutalib H. Usab
- Jul-Ahmad J. Indanan
- Sahadil S. Gustaham
- Barangay Secretary:
- Sittihazer A. Lipae
- Barangay Treasurer:
- Farsayda I. Sarabi
- SK Chairperson:
- Benhamer J. Sarabi
- SK Councilors:
- Nurwiza K. Abdula
- Mohamad Mahabassal S. Sampang
- Ann-Reza T. Hassan
- Mohammad Saddam S. Pungutan
- Rahima I. Dahamban
- Rhenalyn D. Majid
- Adela H. Ambutong
Barangay elected officers (2010–2013)
[edit]- Barangay Captain:
- Ahmad Narzad K. Sampang
- Barangay Councilors:
- Habib Faizal B. Jamalul
- Safari S. Taradji
- Nazhive T. Jikiri
- Yacob M. Amsan
- Abdulmutalib H. Usab
- Nader M. Jalani
- Nuridjam K. Abdula
- SK Chairperson:
- Sitti Nur-Mariam S. Sampang
Barangay elected officers (2013–2016)
[edit]- Barangay Captain:
- Habib Faizal B. Jamalul
- Barangay Councilors:
- Nazhive T. Jikiri
- Abdulmutalib H. Usab
- Nuridjam K. Abdula
- Sahabil S. Gustaham
- Alkhami E. Amping
- Nader M. Jalani
Barangay elected officers (2016–2019)
[edit]Unknown
Barangay elected officers (2019–2021)
[edit]- Barangay Captain:
- Habib Faizal B. Jamalul[10]
Barangay elected officers (2021–2024)
[edit]- Barangay Captain:
- Habib Faizal B. Jamalul[11]
- Barangay Councilors:
- Mubin M. Amsan
- Alrashid J. Sarabi
- Nuridjam K. Abdula
- Abdulbaki A. Sandag
- Alkhami E. Amping
- Nader M. Jalani
- Leah K. Alih
- Harija S. Anas
- Barangay Secretary:
- Sittihazer A. Lipae
- Barangay Treasurer:
- Farsayda I. Sarabi
Barangay elected officers (2024–2027)
[edit]Unknown
Geography
[edit]Barangay Campo Islam has an area of 26.2606 ha (0.26 km²).[12] It is bordered by Barangay San Jose Gusu to the north, Barangay Baliwasan to the east, Barangay Calarian to the west, and the Basilan Strait to the south.[2]
Administratively, Barangay Campo Islam can be divided into four sitios, namely:
- Campo Islam Kasalatan
- Campo Islam Panamin
- Lower Calarian
- Stanvac
Demographics
[edit]| Year | Pop. | ±% p.a. |
|---|---|---|
| 1990 | 10,765 | — |
| 1995 | 11,165 | +0.69% |
| 2000 | 9,905 | −2.53% |
| 2007 | 11,499 | +2.08% |
| 2010 | 11,237 | −0.84% |
| 2015 | 12,552 | +2.13% |
| 2020 | 11,730 | −1.42% |
In 2010, the population was 11,237, then increased to 12,552 in 2015.[5] The majority of the population of this barangay are Moro Muslims, especially the Sama, Tausug, and Yakan peoples. There are also Maranao and Maguindanao peoples who migrated from their origins due to conflict with the Philippine government in the 1970s.[13]
The common language used is Chavacano, as a lingua franca also in Zamboanga City, but other languages are also used on a rarer scale, such as Tausug, Samal, and Yakan languages.[1]
See also
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References
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- ^ a b "Poverty Map, City of Zamboanga" (PDF). Peace Equity Access for Community Empowerment Foundation (PEF), Inc. 2005. Archived from the original (PDF) on 31 March 2012.
- ^ Shearer, Peter (2009). "Badjaos and Samals of Philippines". Kari Pearls. Retrieved May 13, 2018.
- ^ Betgem, Frans (March 22, 2016). "Textile Tribes of the Philippines: The Yakan. Weaving, Weddings and Wears". Travel Authentic Philippines. Archived from the original on May 3, 2018. Retrieved May 13, 2018.
- ^ a b "Philippine Statistics Authority - Philippine Standard Geographic Code - Zamboanga City - Barangays". Philippine Statistics Authority. 2 May 2019. Retrieved 12 August 2019.
- ^ a b "Zamboanga City". www.britannica.com. Encyclopædia Britannica. September 3, 2025. Retrieved October 2, 2025.
- ^ Anies, Olive S.; Demayo, Cesar G.; Torres, Mark Anthony J.; Manting, Michael Muhmin E.; Villaflores, Zaira Mae C.; Guihawan, Jaime Q. (2012). "Quality of Life of Four Muslim Tribes in Barangay Taluksangay, Zamboanga City, Philippines". The Internet Journal of Biological Anthropology. 5 (1). Iligan City: MSU-Iligan Institute of Technology.
Barangays Rio Hondo, Taluksangay, and Campo Muslim [sic] are Muslim villages which are built on stilts over water.
- ^ a b c d e f g h i "Campo Islam, Zamboanga City, Philippines". www.zamboanga.com. Zamboanga. Retrieved October 2, 2025.
- ^ Tuvera, Juan C. (March 23, 1981). "[Memorandum Order No. 718, March 23, 1981] Transferring Authority Over Campo Islam, Zamboanga From Panamin To The City Government". lawphil.net. Malacañan Palace Manila | By the President of the Philippines. Manila: Presidential Executive Assistant. Retrieved October 2, 2025 – via The LawPhil Project.
- ^ "DOLE 9 grants livelihood assistance to Kampung Islam Fisherfolk". ro9.dole.gov.ph. Department of Labor and Employment. August 13, 2020. Retrieved October 4, 2025.
- ^ Hassan, Javier. "Project Proposal". www.scribd.com. Office of the Barangay Council – Barangay Kampung Islam, Zamboanga City, 7000. Retrieved October 4, 2025 – via Scribd.
- ^ Eddie Artajo. "Zamboanga City Barangays with Land Area". Archived from the original on 4 February 2016. Retrieved 12 August 2019. Note: The land area information posted in this unofficial resource is unverified.
- ^ Thomas, Alice (December 16, 2014). "Philippines: Displaced and Forgotten in Zamboanga". www.refugeesinternational.org. Refugees International. Retrieved October 2, 2025.