THE Davao City government has urged Muslims to use hijab instead of niqab and burka, and citizens not to wear masks that cover the face, especially in public places, in wake of a fatal bombing recently that killed 15 people and wounded over 70 others. Citizens are also discouraged to wear sunglasses, hats, balaclava and face paint, among others, that tend to hide their faces. While it is true that these garments are not disallowed by law, we discourage their use in public places,” Carpio said. The mayor had offered a P3-million bounty for anyone who can help identify the Davao City bomber. Red said, “Duterte himself has been a witness to how the US terrorist network and its puppet fascist reactionary wreaked havoc in Davao City more than a decade ago.

Source: Manila Times September 16, 2016 13:41 UTC