The latest revelations of corruption in government flood control projects have ignited nationwide outrage, fueling demands for accountability and justice.
As the nation marks the anniversary of Martial Law on September 21, citizens are turning their anger into action, planning a massive protest to call out corruption and defend transparency in government.
“Hindi lang tubig ang bumabaha sa lansangan. Minsan, tao rin,” said former Bayan Muna representative Teddy Casiño.
One of the major upcoming events, titled “Aksyon na Laban sa Korapsyon," is set for September 21 at Luneta Park. Organizers are calling on citizens to join in a peaceful rally to channel public anger.
"Kitakits sa Luneta, 9 a.m., September 21. Dala tayo ng pagkain, magsalo-salo habang nag-uusap para sa pagbabago," they said.
“And don’t forget your payong na walang Rolls Royce,” the organizers said to attendees in a social media post.
DJ and artist Zen Espino announced that several hip-hop icons, including SUPAFLY, Gat Putch, and Omar Baliw, are set to perform at Luneta Park, using music as a form of civic engagement and turning art into action and lyrics into a rallying cry.
"The groups closed the action by calling on the public to intensify the fight against corruption and join an even bigger mobilization on September 21, the anniversary of Martial Law, to draw the line against both authoritarianism and plunder," said Akbayan Party-list in a post.
Misa at Protesta Laban sa Korasyon
On Thursday, September 11, several pro-democracy groups, Tindig Pilipinas, Akbayan Party-list, and allied organizations have united against alleged malpractices in government projects.
Prominent figures were present, including political activist Kiko Aquino Dee, grandson of the late Senator Ninoy Aquino, representatives from the Liberal Party, and members of labor and community groups such as Nagkaisa Labor Coalition, Kalipunan ng Kilusang Masa, and SIKLAB (Simbahan at Komunidad Laban sa Katiwalian).
As frustration continues to swell, civic groups are urging citizens to rise above fear, exercise their rights, and hold leaders accountable. With music, discussion, and collective action, the rallies aim to transform outrage into meaningful change.
