The Daily Tribune
Flood project scandal sparks EDSA rally
Anti-corruption rallyists marched from the EDSA Shrine to the People Power Monument on Saturday to demand an end to corruption and justice for those involved in anomalous flood control projects.
The protest march began at the EDSA Shrine and concluded at the People Power Monument around 10 a.m.
Various groups, including Bayan NCR, Anakbayan, Kabataan, and Panday Sining, participated in the rally.
Protesters called for an end to the country's suffering and for corrupt officials to be held accountable.
A significant police presence was deployed to ensure security around the People Power Monument.
One lane of White Plains Avenue was temporarily closed, causing traffic slowdowns along the westbound road leading to EDSA.
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