Jonathan Frederic De Santos

A student waves a Katipunan flag at the Andres Bonifacio shrine in Lawton, Manila on Tuesday in commemoration of the Supremo's 158th birth anniversary. Andres Bonifacio, known as the “Father of the Philippine Revolution,” established the "Kataas-taasang, Kagalang-galangang Katipunan ng mga Anak ng Bayan" or more commonly known as the "Katipunan", a movement which sought the independence of the Philippines from Spanish colonial rule.

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Marilyn Cahatol

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<div><span class="fr-img-caption fr-fic fr-dib" style="width:960px;display:block" width="960"><span class="fr-img-wrap"><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/176446868054220211130-bonifacio-day-aa-0750.jpg" style="width:960px" class="fr-fic fr-dib" width="960"/><span class="fr-inner" style="text-align:left">A student waves a Katipunan flag at the Andres Bonifacio shrine in Lawton, Manila on November 30, 2021  in commemoration of the Supremo&#x27;s 158th birth anniversary. ABS-CBN News, file</span></span></span></div><p>MANILA <strong>(UPDATED) </strong>— President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. reminded the public to be inspired by Andres Bonifacio’s dedication to the Philippines&#x27; independence, in commemoration of the hero’s 162nd birthday.</p><p>In a separate statement, Vice President Sara Duterte also called on Filipinos to take inspiration from Bonifacio, a leader of the Philippine Revolution.</p><p>“Bagaman higit isang siglo na ang nakalipas, patuloy siyang nagbibigay inspirasyon sa bawat isa sa atin, at pinagniningas rin ng kanyang alaala ang ating determinasyong pangalagaan ang [kasarinlang] kaniyang pinaglaban noon at pinahahalagahan ngayon,&quot; Marcos Jr. said.</p><p>(Even after a century, he continues to be an inspiration to us. His memory rekindles our determination to be stewards of the liberty he fought for during his time, and we value now.)</p><p>Bonifacio, born on Nov. 30, 1863, led the revolutionary secret society Kataastaasan, Kagalanggalangang Katipunan ng mga Anak ng Bayan (Katipunan), which fought for Philippine independence from the Spanish colonizers.</p><p>The Philippine revolution by the Katipunan eventually led to the Philippines’ declaration of independence on June 12, 1898, in Cavite.</p><p>Marcos said Bonifacio, who came from a humble beginning, rose to become the Katipunan’s Supremo and showed “the true heroism that comes from the heart, courage, genuine aspiration, and true love for the country.”</p><p>“Tulad ni Gat Andres, pangalagaan natin ang ating dangal at manatiling puspos ng kadakilaan sa mga gawaing para sa ikabubuti ng lahat,” Marcos said.</p><p>(Like Gat Andres, let us uphold our dignity and greatness for the works for the goodness of all.)</p><p>In her own message, Duterte said Filipinos should commemorate Bonifacio&#x27;s heroism and to rekindle patriotism and unity in their hearts.</p><p>&quot;Gawin nating inspirasyon ang kanyang sakripisyo upang ipaglaban ang katarungan, pagkakapantay-pantay, at magandang kinabukasan ng Pilipinas,&quot; she said.</p><p>(Let us make his sacrifice and inspiration to fight for justice, equality and a good future for the Philippines)</p><p>During Bonifacio’s day, thousands of Filipinos are set to stage a massive protest condemning the billions of pesos worth of corruption scandal, and hold politicians, public officials, and government contractors accountable for it. </p><div><a href="https://www.abs-cbn.com/news/nation/2025/11/30/-no-permit-no-rally-pnp-halts-stage-setup-for-luneta-protest-0748"><strong>‘No Permit, No Rally’: PNP halts stage setup for Luneta protest</strong></a></div><div><br/></div><div><strong>RELATED VIDEO:</strong></div><div style="text-align:center"><iframe width="560" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/8UJ2ldT2k_8?si=QtkTgo7y8kBKXn2S" title="YouTube video player" frameBorder="0" allowfullscreen=""></iframe></div>

<p>“Bagaman higit isang siglo na ang nakalipas, patuloy siyang nagbibigay inspirasyon sa bawat isa sa atin, at pinagniningas rin ng kanyang alaala ang ating determinasyong pangalagaan ang [kasarinlang] kaniyang pinaglaban noon at pinahahalagahan ngayon," Marcos said in a statement.</p>

“Bagaman higit isang siglo na ang nakalipas, patuloy siyang nagbibigay inspirasyon sa bawat isa sa atin, at pinagniningas rin ng kanyang alaala ang ating determinasyong pangalagaan ang [kasarinlang] kaniyang pinaglaban noon at pinahahalagahan ngayon," Marcos said in a statement.

Marcos, Duterte call on Filipinos to look to Bonifacio for inspiration for better country

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Marcos, Duterte call on Filipinos to look to Bonifacio for inspiration for better country

Marilyn Cahatol,

ABS-CBN News

Published November 30, 2025 09:05 AM PHT

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Updated November 30, 2025 10:16 AM PHT

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