54th Anniversary of Martial Law Declaration | Sept. 21, 2026

Protesters mark Martial Law anniversary, demand accountability, corruption probe

MANILA, Philippines — Around 2,200 protesters gathered at Liwasang Bonifacio in Manila on Monday to mark the 54th anniversary of the declaration of Martial Law, calling for accountability over alleged corruption, flood-control projects, and human rights issues, according to the Manila Police District (MPD).The MPD estimated the crowd at 1,100 when the program started at 2:55 p.m., before updating the count to 2,200 when the gathering ended at 4:…

Nepal landslides and recalling past Philippines events

As we commemorate the 54th anniversary of the declaration of Martial Law, we should also remember the lessons learned from past landslide disasters

Church official: Remember martial law to guard against abuses today

MANILA — An official of the Conference of Major Superiors in the Philippines urged Catholics Monday to turn remembrance of Martial Law into vigilance against abuses of power and threats to human dignity. “Remembering is not being trapped in the past. Remembering means guarding the future,” said Fr. Angelito Cortez, OFM, CMSP co-executive secretary, in […] The post Church official: Remember martial law to guard against abuses today appeared first…

Philippines marks 54th anniversary of Martial Law declaration

ASM, Philippine Canadian Inquirer September 21, 2026 The Philippines on Monday, September 21, marked the 54th anniversary of the declaration of Martial Law under former President Ferdinand Marcos Sr., with […]

54th anniversary of martial law declaration | Sept. 21, 2026

MANILA, Philippines – Various groups are set to hold rallies, marches and commemorative activities across the country on Monday as the Philippines marks the 54th anniversary of the declaration of martial law. In Metro Manila, protesters are expected to gather at Liwasang Bonifacio before proceeding toward Mendiola, while other activities are planned at the EDSA Shrine, People Power Monument and other areas. Authorities have tightened security …