NationThailand/PhilippineDailyInquirer/ANN-Sept 22
Tens of thousands of people participated in multiple anti-corruption protests across Metro Manila, with major gatherings at Rizal Park and the EDSA People Power Monument. The demonstrations were held on the anniversary of the declaration of martial law and focused on condemning corruption, particularly anomalies in flood control projects. Protesters demanded accountability for corrupt politicians, greater government transparency through asset disclosures, and the signing of bank secrecy waivers by officials. Emotions ran high as tens of thousands of people staged protests in various parts of Metro Manila on Sunday, Sept. 21. The demonstrations were held on the anniversary of the declaration of martial law under the late dictator Ferdinand Marcos Sr. in September 1972. Hundreds of protesters, composed of various attendees from first-time rallyists to members of sectoral groups, lawmakers, and celebrities such as Jodi Sta. Maria and Angel Aquino trooped to the pedestrian crossing right in front of the Rizal Monument. The protest focused on condemning the anomalies in flood control projects and calling for accountability for the personalities involved in the developing controversies. Demonstrators also called for accountability of corrupt politicians; disclosure of statements of assets, liabilities, and net worth; and the signing of bank secrecy waivers of all government officials. The rally in Luneta ended at around 1pm, as some participants marched towards Mendiola, near Malacañang, to conclude their protest. Their goal? To charge President Ferdinand Marcos Jr., whom they tagged as the “OG (original) nepo-baby.” Read more at:
