ZAMBOANGA CITY: Authorities officers safety forces, native leaders and residents collectively noticed the 128th Independence Day in Luuk, Sulu, on Friday reaffirming their dedication to peace, unity, and growth throughout the province.
The primary flag-raising ceremony was held at Army Park in Barangay Tandu Bato, led by Luuk Mayor Al-Makram Arbison and Brig. Gen. Alaric Avelina Delos Santos, commander of the Military’s 1102nd Infantry Brigade.
This system featured the normal Panunumpa sa Watawat (Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag), together with messages highlighting patriotism, civic duty, and the sacrifices of nationwide heroes who secured the nation’s independence.
Mayor Arbison stated the event ought to function a reminder of shared duty in defending freedom and dealing collectively for a peaceable and progressive society, emphasizing unity and collective growth for future generations.
Brig. Gen. Delos Santos underscored the significance of cooperation amongst authorities businesses, safety forces, and native communities in sustaining peace and stability in Sulu. He stated the province stands for instance of progress achieved via collective effort.
He added that Independence Day will not be solely a tribute to historical past but in addition a mirrored image of Sulu’s persevering with journey in the direction of peace, safety, and growth.
In Basilan, Lamitan Metropolis Mayor Roderick Furigay described Independence Day as a second to mirror on the sacrifices that formed the nation’s freedom, stressing that it ought to by no means be taken without any consideration.
He inspired residents to contribute to nation-building via easy civic actions akin to protecting environment clear, planting bushes, and serving to each other, saying small efforts can result in significant change.
In Zamboanga Metropolis, Mayor Khymer Olaso urged residents to uphold the values of patriotism, braveness, resilience, and excellence, whereas emphasizing funding in youth growth, stronger neighborhood participation, and continued progress initiatives.
This 12 months’s Independence Day celebrations are being noticed below the theme “Kalayaan, Kinabukasan, Kasaysayan,” highlighting the enduring legacy of nationwide heroes and their position in securing the nation’s freedom.