Marcos Jr. commemorates Ninoy Aquino Day, urges sober governance
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. issued a statement on Thursday, August 21, to commemorate Ninoy Aquino Day, which marks the 42nd anniversary of Senator Benigno 'Ninoy' Aquino Jr.'s assassination.
Marcos Jr. noted that time has allowed Filipinos to approach this event with greater clarity and reflection, emphasizing the importance of civic duty and governance with sobriety, conscience, and foresight.
Aquino was shot dead upon his return to Manila International Airport on Aug. 21, 1983, an act that sparked the EDSA People Power Revolution in 1986.
The President highlighted that history offers continuing instruction rather than final judgment and serves as a reminder of the importance of leadership with integrity and dignity.
Republic Act No. 9492 mandates the observance of Ninoy Aquino Day, which is a national non-working holiday.
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