02/06/2026
Hon. Fathma Hazrat Macarimbang Omar Sarangani-Asis Macalandong is the current Municipal Mayor of Madalum. She officially assumed office on June 30, 2025, carrying forward a distinguished legacy of leadership and public service that has significantly shaped the history and development of the municipality.
On her maternal side, she is a descendant of the prominent Macalandong Family of Madalum. She is the granddaughter of Datu Hadji Abolais Raquib Omar Macalandong, who served as Municipal Mayor from 1972–1978 and 1980–1986, playing a vital role in local governance and community development. Datu Raquib Omar was the brother of Hadji Usman Macarimbang Alawi, the first appointed Mayor of Madalum from 1955 to 1960 and elected Municipal Mayor from 1960–1968, who helped establish the foundations of the municipality’s early governance and administration.
On her paternal side, Mayor Fathma Hazrat belongs to the respected Sarangani Family, a lineage that has produced generations of public servants, traditional leaders, and community builders. Her grandfather, Sultan Paramount Usman T. Sarangani Sr., served as Municipal Mayor from 1986–1998, providing leadership during a crucial period in the municipality’s development. Her grandmother, Soraida M. Sarangani, served multiple terms as Municipal Mayor from 1998–2007, making significant contributions to the growth and progress of the municipality. Her father, Usman “Palao” M. Sarangani Jr., likewise served as Municipal Mayor from 2007–2016 and again from 2022–2025, before passing the mantle of leadership to his daughter.
Through both the Macalandong and Sarangani lineages, Mayor Fathma Hazrat inherits a remarkable legacy of leadership, public service, and dedication to the welfare of the people of Madalum. As the latest steward of this enduring tradition, she continues to champion inclusive governance, sustainable development, quality public services, and community empowerment. Her leadership reflects a commitment to preserving the rich heritage of Madalum while advancing programs and initiatives that create greater opportunities and a brighter future for generations to come. Her administration embodies a vision of progress rooted in service, unity, and the continued advancement of the people of Madalum.
