Sen. Ramon “Bong” Revilla Jr. led the anniversary rites of 126th Independence Day celebration in General Emilio Aguinaldo Shrine in Kawit, Cavite.
Revilla served as the guest of honor and speaker and led the simultaneous flag-raising ceremony together with Gov. Jonvic Remulla, Kawit Mayor Emilio Aguinaldo, NHCP’s Alvin Alcid, and other public officials.
During his speech, Revilla emphasized the profound significance of the country’s national heroes’ sacrifices and contributions to Philippine. independence.
“Ang araw na ito ay paalala na hindi na tayo pagagapi lalo pa at mas panunubok sa ating soberanya… hindi na muling makakapaghari-harian ang mga dayuhan para lapastangin ang ating sintang bayan,” he said.
In addition, Revilla lauded the administration of President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. and encouraged everyone to unite towards “Bagong Pilipinas.“
“Sa ating nagkakaisang pagkilos, makakamit natin ang ating pangarap para sa bansa,” he said.
Congressmen from various districts of Cavite also attended at the said ceremony including 1st District Rep. Jolo B. Revilla III, 2nd District Rep. Lani Mercado Revilla, 3rd District Rep. Adrian Kay Advincula, 7th District Rep. Crispin Diego “Ping” Remulla, and 8th District Rep. Aniela Bianca Tolentino, along with Board Member Abeng Remulla and Board Member Ram Remulla.
Moreover, Prime Minister Cesar Virata and Local Chief Executives of LGUs, from Maragondon, Ternate, Silang, General Emilio Aguinaldo, and General Mariano Alvarez, were also present in the event.
Meanwhile, Marcos placed a wreath at the monument of Dr. Jose Rizal Philippine’s national hero at Rizal Park, Manila.