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Members of the Iglesia ni Cristo Church gather at the Quirino Grandstand in Manila for the National Rally for Peace on January 13, 2025. Jonathan Cellona, ABS-CBN News/File

Members of the Iglesia ni Cristo Church gather at the Quirino Grandstand in Manila for the National Rally for Peace on January 13, 2025. Jonathan Cellona, ABS-CBN News

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INC- NATIONAL PEACE RALLY

Karen De Guzman

ABS-CBN News

<div><span class="fr-img-caption fr-fic fr-dib" style="width:950px;display:block"><span class="fr-img-wrap"><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/176311051285720250113-iglesia-ni-cristo-rally-for-peace-JC1688 (1).jpg" style="width:950px" class="fr-fic fr-dib" alt="Members of the Iglesia ni Cristo Church gather at the Quirino Grandstand in Manila for the National Rally for Peace on January 13, 2025. Jonathan Cellona, ABS-CBN News/File"/><span class="fr-inner" style="text-align:left">Members of the Iglesia ni Cristo Church gather at the Quirino Grandstand in Manila for the National Rally for Peace on January 13, 2025. <em>Jonathan Cellona, ABS-CBN News/File</em></span></span></span></div><p>MANILA — The Iglesia ni Cristo (INC) on Friday said that its upcoming “Rally for Transparency and a Better Democracy” is open not only to its members but to all Filipinos who share their call for accountability in government.</p><p>The three-day event will take place from November 16 to 18 at the Quirino Grandstand in Manila.</p><p>In a statement, INC spokesperson Brother Edwil Zabala stressed that the rally is not a political intervention but a “peaceful expression of sentiment” aligned with the public’s growing outcry against alleged large-scale corruption involving several government officials.</p><div><a class="fr-green fr-strong" href="https://www.abs-cbn.com/news/nation/2025/11/14/afp-assessing-reports-of-possible-infiltrators-grenade-threats-in-upcoming-rallies-1434">READ: AFP assessing reports of possible infiltrators, grenade threats in upcoming rallies</a></div><p>“Ang Nobyembre 16-18 rally ay hindi pakikialam sa politika, kundi isang pagpapahayag ng damdamin upang idagdag ang tinig ng Iglesia Ni Cristo sa mga panawagan ng marami nating kababayan na kumukondena sa napakalaking kasamaang iyon na kinasangkutan ng maraming opisyal ng pamahalaan,” Zabala said.</p><p>He added that the government must conduct a fair and transparent investigation into all involved.</p><p>“Hinihiling natin sa pamahalaan na isagawa ang makatarungan at lantarang pag-iimbestiga sa lahat ng sangkot upang sila ay papanagutin at mabawi ang salaping ninakaw nila at maibalik sa kabang bayan.”</p><p>A program will open the first day of the rally, with official activities beginning at 4 p.m. at the Quirino Grandstand.</p><p>INC ministers are expected to speak, but Zabala said even non-members who wish to deliver speeches aligned with the rally’s objectives are welcome.</p><div><br/></div><div><strong>MPD TO DEPLOY 13,000 POLICE OFFICERS </strong></div><p>The Manila Police District (MPD) said it will deploy around 13,000 police personnel, augmented by units from neighboring provinces and cities, to secure the event.</p><p>MPD spokesperson Police Major Philipp Ines said organizers expect roughly 300,000 attendees, and police will remain on-site for the entire duration of the rally.</p><p>“Inaasahan natin na magiging maayos ito katulad nung una nilang malakihang pagtitipon… hanggang hindi natatapos ‘yun, ‘yung mga pulis natin, doon din,” Ines said.</p><p>Police will also monitor nearby areas, especially locations where tensions previously erupted during protests on September 21.</p><p>“Hindi tayo pwede maging kampante pagdating sa paglalatag ng seguridad… maging mapagmatyag tayo at kung meron tayong mapapansin na kahina-hinalang indibidwal… ipagbigay alam agad.”</p><div><a class="fr-green fr-strong" href="https://www.abs-cbn.com/news/nation/2025/11/14/ahead-of-rallies-sara-duterte-tells-gov-t-to-respect-freedom-of-expression-1601">READ: Ahead of rallies, Sara Duterte tells gov&#x27;t to respect freedom of expression</a></div><p>In a separate statement, the Philippine National Police (PNP) said at total of 16,664 personnel from the National Capital Region Police Office (NCRPO), national support units, and regional offices will be deployed to secure multiple major sites from November 16 to 18.</p><p>Acting PNP chief Police Lieutenant General Jose Melencio Nartatez Jr. assured the public of comprehensive preparations, noting that both religious and civic gatherings are expected to draw hundreds of thousands.</p><p>“The gathering is massive, and there are many areas that need to be secured, so we have strengthened the presence of our police personnel. Our goal is to ensure everyone’s safety and to maintain peace throughout the three-day activities,” Nartatez stressed.</p><p>The PNP said large crowds are expected at the People Power Monument and EDSA Shrine for the United Peoples Initiative and the INC event at Quirino Grandstand.</p><p>Other monitored areas include Liwasang Bonifacio, ICI Grounds, the Senate, House of Representatives, US Embassy, Ayala Bridge, and major thoroughfares in Manila and Quezon City.</p><p>PNP spokesperson Police Brigadier Gener Randulf Tuaño said police presence is meant to reassure attendees and maintain order.</p><p>“We want everyone to know that the PNP is on top of the situation. We have enough personnel, resources, and coordination with partner agencies to ensure safety. We call on participants to cooperate, follow security reminders, and help keep the activities peaceful,” Tuaño said.</p><p>The PNP emphasized that while it respects the public’s right to peaceful assembly, safety protocols will be strictly enforced.</p><p>Authorities urge the public to remain vigilant and immediately report suspicious activity.</p><script data-wid="auto" type="text/javascript" src="https://content.viralize.tv/display/?zid=AAFz8gWM8iRADsJr&amp;cid=ABrniypn5ddt39jC"></script>

<p>The Iglesia ni Cristo (INC) on Friday said that its upcoming “Rally for Transparency and a Better Democracy” is open not only to its members but to all Filipinos who share their call for accountability in government.</p>

The Iglesia ni Cristo (INC) on Friday said that its upcoming “Rally for Transparency and a Better Democracy” is open not only to its members but to all Filipinos who share their call for accountability in government.

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INC welcomes public to 3-day rally for transparency

Karen De Guzman,

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Published Nov 14, 2025 04:57 PM PHT

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