Manila enforces gun and liquor bans for Jesus Nazareno Feast

Manila police announced additional security measures including a gun ban and liquor restrictions for the Feast of Jesus Nazareno celebration.

The gun ban, enforced by Brigadier General Arnold Thomas Ibay, will be from January 8 to 11 in Manila, while Mayor Honey Lacuna said a liquor ban would be in place around Quiapo from January 8 to 10.

Over 14,000 police personnel, including officers from Police Regional Offices 3 and 4A, along with the Special Action Force, will be deployed by the National Capital Region Police Office to secure the event expected to attract millions of devotees.

Devotees will have the opportunity for pahalik, kissing or touching a replica of Jesus Nazareno, from January 6 to January 9 at Quirino Grandstand.

The feast, which began on December 31, 2024, includes novena masses and culminates with Traslacion on January 9, 2025.