Gov’t offices in Oro gather for 81st Day of Valor

By Irene Joy Dayo

CAGAYAN DE ORO CITY

– Government agencies gathered as the city government of Cagayan de Oro held a commemoration of the 81st Araw ng Kagitingan at El Pueblo Asus Heroes in Plaza Divisoria here on April 10.

The activity is anchored with the theme, "Kagitin - gan ng mga Beterano, Pundasyon ng Nagkakaisang Pilipino" (Veteran’s Valor, a Foundation for a United Filipino People). It featured an executive and mass wreathlaying ceremony and a 21gun salute.

Representing Mayor Rolando Uy is lawyer Roy Hilario Raagas, the city administrator. He expressed his gratitude for the patriotism and nationalism of the fallen veterans and of the equally important individuals who were with them in fighting for the country.

“This Araw ng Kagitingan with the theme, ‘Kagitingan ng mga Beterano, Pundasyon ng Nagkakaisang Pilipino,’ pays tribute to our brave and selfless veterans who, through their patriotism and sacrifices, paved the way for our nation’s unity and progress,” Raagas said.

The city administrator also added that the occasion’s theme also signified how important it is to recognize the role of veterans who fought ferociously to defend the nation’s freedom and sovereignty during the Second World War.

In attendance are officials and employees of various offices of the city government, national government agencies, the families of veterans, and members of the media. (IJBD | PIA-10)