The Moro Islamic Liberation Front (MILF) may extend its ceasefire with the Philippines government for another week following a request from Prime Minister Dr Mahathir Mohamad.

"The request was made through brother Murad from the office of Prime Minister Dr Mahathir Mohamad," said MILF spokesman Eid Kabalu, referring to Murad Ebrahim, the MILF's military chief.

"The central committee will come out with a decision tomorrow," he added.