Nur-Ana 'Lady Ann' Indanan Sahidulla
Nur-Ana 'Lady Ann' Indanan Sahidulla is a seasoned politician from Sulu. Born on September 21, 1959, in Indanan, Sulu, she describes herself as the 'princess of the poor,' descending from the Sulu royal sultanate. She has extensive experience in local government, having served as the mayor of Banguingui, Sulu for two consecutive terms (1998-2004), vice governor of Sulu for two terms (2004-2010), and as a congressional representative of Sulu's 2nd district in the Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao. In 1995, she established the Anak Ilo Foundation and has served as chairwoman of the Philippine National Red Cross, Sulu Chapter since 2004. This is not her first attempt at a Senate seat, as she previously ran in the 2022 elections under the Pederalismo ng Dugong Dakilang Samahan (PDDS) party, where she placed 52nd with 572,645 votes (1.03%).
Education
- No specific educational background information available in public sources
Career Highlights
- Mayor of Banguingui, Sulu (1998-2004)
- Vice Governor of Sulu (2004-2010)
- Congressional Representative of Sulu's 2nd District (2010-2013)
- Founder of Anak Ilo Foundation (1995)
- Chairwoman of the Philippine National Red Cross, Sulu Chapter (2004-present)
Key Platforms
Peace and Development in Mindanao
Advocates for sustainable peace and development initiatives in conflict-affected areas of Mindanao, with special focus on the Bangsamoro region.
Poverty Alleviation
As the self-proclaimed 'princess of the poor,' she focuses on programs aimed at addressing poverty, particularly in marginalized communities.
Muslim Representation
Seeks to amplify the voice of Muslim Filipinos in the Senate and advocate for their rights and concerns.
Track Record
Hostage Crisis Negotiation
In 2008, as vice governor, she negotiated with the Abu Sayyaf militant group for the release of kidnapped media personnel. In 2009, she was also involved in negotiations for the release of Italian Red Cross worker Eugenio Vagni.
Humanitarian Work
Through her leadership of the Philippine National Red Cross in Sulu and the Anak Ilo Foundation, she has been involved in various humanitarian efforts in the region.
Legal Cases & Controversies
SALN Violations Investigation
Reports indicate she had previously pleaded guilty to charges related to Statement of Assets, Liabilities, and Net Worth (SALN) violations.
Investigation over 'Goodwill Money' to Abu Sayyaf
In 2009, then-Defense Secretary Gilbert Teodoro requested the Department of Justice to investigate her after she admitted to giving money to the Abu Sayyaf during hostage negotiations. The DOJ subsequently referred the matter to the Philippine National Police.
Positions on Key Issues
| Issue | Position |
|---|---|
| Economy | Limited information available on her specific economic policies for the 2025 election. |
| Education | Limited information available on her specific education policies for the 2025 election. |
| Healthcare | Limited information available on her specific healthcare policies for the 2025 election. |
| Environment | Limited information available on her specific environmental policies for the 2025 election. |
| Labor | Limited information available on her specific labor policies for the 2025 election. |
| Agriculture | Advocates for agricultural development particularly in rural areas of Mindanao. |
| Governance | Promotes inclusive governance that represents the interests of Muslim Filipinos and other marginalized groups. |
| Foreign Policy | Limited information available on her specific foreign policy positions for the 2025 election. |
| Charter Change | Limited information available on her position regarding Charter Change for the 2025 election. |
| Lgbtq Rights | Limited information available on her position regarding LGBTQIA+ rights for the 2025 election. |
| Drug War | Limited information available on her position regarding drug war policies for the 2025 election. |
| Icc | Limited information available on her position regarding the ICC investigation for the 2025 election. |
Sources & Citations
- https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nur-Ana_Sahidulla
- https://www.gmanetwork.com/news/eleksyon/2025/candidates/nur-ana-sahidulla/
- https://www.serbisyo.ph/philippines/senator/nur-ana-%E2%80%9Clady-ann%E2%80%9D-indanan-sahidulla
- https://philnews.ph/2022/05/03/nur-ana-sahidullas-platforms-accomplishments-may-2022-elections/
- https://www.philstar.com/headlines/2009/07/17/487231/teodoro-wants-sulu-vice-governor-probed
This profile is regularly updated with verified information from reliable sources. Last updated: April 24, 2025
