LIVE UPDATES: Sept. 21 protests vs corruption

Bayan expressed dismay over the ‘violent response’ of cops during the clash with protestors in Mendiola on Sunday.

An estimated 4,000 people joined the mass action organized by the Bohol Initiatives for Good Governance (BIGG).

BOC said it will “make real and lasting reforms” against corruption in a statement, the same day anti-corruption protests were held.

Pampanga chirch leaders issued a pastoral statement expressing “solidarity with our people in submerged communities”

A group of unidentified rioters clashed with the police,  throwing stones and bottles near the Mendiola Peace Arch

The Koalisyon Kontra Kurakot (KKK) and the Inter-Fraternity and Sorority Solidarity (IFSS) staged an anti-corruption march and program

Mangyans gathered in Barangay Poblacion, Abra de Ilog, Occidental Mindoro, on Sunday to denounce corruption and its effects on their lives

Anti-corruption protest rallies held in various parts of the Bicol region on Sunday, Sep. 14, remained peaceful and orderly

Nearly 4,000 residents here converged at the football field of Seminario de San Jose in this capital city for a prayer and indignation rally

From teachers to church leaders, students, and workers to lay members of the Catholic Church, protesters who joined the Trillion Peso March

Mayor Lem Faustino and Vice Mayor Zar Candelaria led around 1,500 residents in a Black Sunday protest rally condemning corruption

The series of anti-corruption rallies in this city on Sunday culminated in a protest action at Plaza Independencia in downtown Cebu.

“We don’t have roasted cow here but we have our conscience,” Mags Maglana, convenor of Kunsensya Davao

Despite the rains, residents and various groups gathered at Rizal Plaza here on Sunday to join the nationwide anti-corruption protest.

Protesters gathered in Calapan City to condemn irregularities in the province’s flood control projects and cuts to the education budget.

At least 20 protesters were arrested and 40 police officers were injured after tensions flared during the Sept. 21 anti-corruption rallies

 Malacañang condemned the violence committed by what it called “criminals” hijacking the peaceful anti-corruption protests on Sunday.

Mamamayang Liberal Party-list Rep. Leila de Lima on Sunday took a swipe against lawmakers who were not present at the anti-corruption protest

Protesters gathered in front of the Bacolod City center replica to demand an end to corruption and for the jailing of corrupt government officials, among others.

Around 2,000 protesters gather in front of the Iloilo provincial capitol building in Iloilo City as part of the ‘Trillion Peso March’ against corruption on Sunday, September 21, 2025.

Protesters who joined the solidarity march on Sunday in Legazpi, Albay asked Ako Bicol Partylist Rep. Zaldy Co to go home amid questionable budget insertions and anomalous public works projects being linked to him.

Thousands of Ilonggos from various sectors, led by church leaders, kicked off the localized rally of the Trillion Peso March against corruption with a picket at Jaro Plaza in Iloilo City on Sunday.

All faculty, employees, and students of the Divine Word College of Calapan (DWCC) are encouraged to wear black against corruption on Monday.

Malacañang on Sunday dismissed speculation of unrest within the AFPas various groups held anti-corruption demonstrations nationwide

Thousands of Negrense gather at the Bacolod City Government Center replica at the Bacolod Plaza for the anti-corruption protest on September 21, 2025.

More than 500 people from different sectors in Leyte joined a protest rally here on Sunday to denounce alleged anomalous government flood control projects and call for the resignation of House Speaker Martin Romualdez.

About 100 supporters of former President Rodrigo Duterte and his family arrived at Fuente Osmeña Park ahead of the groups joining the “Trillion Peso March.”

Following the nationwide Trillion Peso March against corruption, organizations in Cagayan de Oro city announced plans to form a coalition called Kagay-anon Kontra Korapsyon.

The PNP urged protesters rally participants to “remain calm and refrain from violence” after a trailer truck was pelted with stones

Another commotion broke out on Sunday shortly after anti-corruption rallies at the Rizal Park after unidentified rioters, who apparently were not part of the protests, threw bottles and other items at the police stationed at the Mendiola Peace Arch in San Miguel, Manila

‘ANG HUSTISYA AY PARA LANG SA MAYAMAN’ 🎶

WATCH: Youth and protesters jammed with Noel Cabangon as he performed “Tatsulok” by Bamboo during the “Trillion Peso March” and protest along White Plains Avenue in Quezon City. | @FArgosinoINQ

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LOOK: Progressive groups in Dumaguete staged a protest against the “systemic corruption” in the country on Sunday, September 21.

This is one of the picket rallies taking place outside the metropolitan cities. Youth groups, church leaders, university professors, activists, and… pic.twitter.com/LekVqC1OrJ

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Around 400 protesters gathered at Rizal Park in Tuguegarao City on Sunday, September 21, to denounce widespread corruption in government, including alleged anomalies in flood control projects.

The rally, held at 3 p.m., was led by the volunteer group Kabataan Kontra Korapsyon… pic.twitter.com/2Hg5nwGgwQ

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Students and teachers of St. Louis University, Baguio City’s largest university, staged their own “white’ protest against corruption on Friday.

LOOK: As of 3:38 p. m., various groups gathered at Plaza Rizal in Tagbilaran City, Bohol for the scheduled mass rally taking place today, September 21. | @leoudtohanINQ /PDI

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Protesters in Misamis Occidental relived the “Kung walang korap, walang mahirap” slogan of the late President Benigno Aquino III in their anti-corruption rally.

Dagupan residents will join the Luneta protest through a rosary rally and candlelighting ceremony at 6 p.m. on Sunday, organized by the Parish of St. John the Evangelist.

WATCH: A commotion again breaks out at today’s anti-corruption protests, this time at Mendiola. | @jasonsigalesINQ

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LOOK: “It’s Showtime” hosts Vice Ganda, Anne Curtis, Ion Perez and Darren Espanto, alongside Iza Calzado and Jasmin Curtis-Smith are now onstage of the “Trillion Peso March” rally at the EDSA People Power Monument.

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LOOK: A sea of protesters clad mostly in white led by civil societies and other human rights groups in Tagbilaran City, Bohol, call for accountability for corruption scandals that plagued faulty infrastructure projects around the country, specifically flood control projects. |… pic.twitter.com/NcssY0oxre

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More than 5,000 attendees join the “Trillion Peso March” organized by One Negros Ecumenical Council at the Capital Lagoon on Sunday, September 21. | via Edi Ematong, https://t.co/EDjVS4ZXKk

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FROM LUNETA TO MENDIOLA

LOOK: Protestors have began gathering at Mendiola after marching from Luneta Park, prompting the MMDA to close the intersection between Mendiola and Legarda Street on Sunday, September 21. | 📷: MMDA/X ⁰⁰

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LOOK: White Plains Drive in Quezon City is now Impassable as protesters fill both lanes amid the anti-corruption rally.

Motorists are advised to avoid the area and take alternate routes. | 📷: MMDA

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LOOK: The anti-corruption protests continue at Mendiola, following the Baha Sa Luneta rally condemning alleged anomalies in flood control projects.

The groups also commemorate the 53rd anniversary of the declaration of martial law by then-President Ferdinand E. Marcos Sr.,… pic.twitter.com/kBJoHPzSEQ

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WATCH: Thousands of rallyists are braving the inclement weather during an anti-corruption protest near EDSA People Power Monument in Quezon City. | @FArgosinoINQ

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FROM LUNETA TO MENDIOLA

LOOK: Protestors have began gathering at Mendiola after marching from Luneta Park, prompting the MMDA to close the intersection between Mendiola and Legarda Street on Sunday, September 21. | 📷: MMDA/X ⁰⁰

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‘DPWH DEPARTMENT NA PURO WALANG HIYA’

LOOK: Actress-host Vice Ganda makes a stand at the Trillion Peso March, denouncing the corrupt practices of the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH). | 📸: Vice Ganda/Instagram via Trisha Tamio, https://t.co/EDjVS4ZpUM trainee

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Dagupan residents will join the Luneta protest through a rosary rally and candlelighting ceremony at 6 p.m. on Sunday, organized by the Parish of St. John the Evangelist.

Rioters storm toward Mendiola Bridge, determined to push past the line of anti-riot police guarding the road to Malacañan Palace.

As early as noontime Sunday, rows of roasted cows have been brought to a Davao City park to draw people to a rally also calling for the return to the country of the detained former President Rodrigo Duterte.

Around 3,500 members of various progressive and religious groups participated in the “Trillion Peso March” so far along White Plains Avenue in Quezon City.

Cardinal Pablo Virgilio David, Bishop Colin Bagaforo, Bishop Gerardo Alminaza, and Bishop Roberto Gaa trooped to the People Power Monument

Around 1,000 protesters from various civic organizations and sectoral groups staged a rally in Angeles City, Pampanga, on Sunday, Sept. 21, demanding the imprisonment of corrupt officials and their allies. | @joannaglibotINQ /PDI

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LOOK: Students beginning to arrive at Camp Francisco Dagohoy Headquarters for the prayer rally expected to start at 3 p.m.

They will later march to Plaza Rizal. | @leoudtohanINQ /PDI

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WATCH: Fr. Aniceto “Mao “Buenafe, member of the One Negros Ecumenical Movement, addresses the crowd of thousands of Negrenses now gathered at the Bacolod City Government Center replica at the Bacolod Plaza for the anti-corruption rally that started at 2 p.m. on Sunday, Sept. 21.… pic.twitter.com/A7vuaFxAQw

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LOOK: White Plains Drive in Quezon City is now Impassable as protesters fill both lanes amid the anti-corruption rally.

Motorists are advised to avoid the area and take alternate routes. | 📷: MMDA

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The Catholic faithful in Nueva Ecija were urged to stand against corruption as part of the “Trillion Peso March,” amid mounting outrage over alleged anomalies in flood control projects.

Church bells across Batangas under the Archdiocese of Lipa will ring on Sunday in protest against widespread corruption in government and the worsening climate emergency.

LOOK: Masked men hurl stones at anti-riot police, set a delivery truck on fire, and attempt to burn another after being blocked from crossing Mendiola Bridge near Malacañan Palace in Manila on Sept. 21, 2025. | 📸: Marianne Bermudez, Philippine Daily Inquirer

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DARNA HAS SPOKEN ✨

READ: Angel Locsin has broken her social media hiatus to show support for the ongoing anti-corruption rallies on Sunday, Sept. 21.

“Ang sa amin, galing sa hirap — ang sa inyo, galing sa mahihirap,” she writes. | @HMallorcaINQ

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‘PWEDE PA SILANG MAGSISI’

LOOK: CBCP President Cardinal Pablo Virgilio David is present at the anti-corruption protest at the EDSA People Power Monument.

“Marami po tayong kababayan na nahulog sa bangin ng katiwalian, pwede pa po silang magsisi,” he tells the crowd.

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LOOK: Cardinal Pablo Virgilio David, Bishop Colin Bagafora, Bishop Gerardo Alminaza, and Bishop Roberto Gaa join the “Trillion Peso March” rally against corruption at the People Power Monument in Quezon City.

In a pastoral letter on Saturday, David, who also serves as the… pic.twitter.com/YT76LtTnwE

— Inquirer (@inquirerdotnet) September 21, 2025

SISTERETTES AND FRIENDS ARE PRESENT 🩷🩵

LOOK: TV personalities Vice Ganda, Anne Curtis, Ion Perez, Jackie Gonzaga, Jasmine Curtis, Donny Pangilinan, and Darren Espanto join the Trillion Peso March along the EDSA People Power Monument as part of the Angat Bayanihan Volunteer… pic.twitter.com/34B9GGTTWp

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Environmental groups from across the Bicol Region staged a rally on Sunday in front of the Sorsogon Provincial Capitol to protest corrupt and harmful government-funded infrastructure projects.

Families marched from Baguio Convention Center on Sunday walking together with several sectors to condemn corruption in government.

WATCH: Despite the drizzle, more protesters are arriving along White Plains Avenue near the EDSA People Power Monument for the “Trillion Peso March.”

The QCPD said the crowd estimate in the area had already reached around 3,500 as of 1:50 p.m. | @FArgosinoINQ

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‘SOBRA NA. TAMA NA. 💔🇵🇭’

READ: Actress-host Kim Chiu issues a heartfelt open letter to public officials, condemning a government system she says has long failed the people.

She calls for justice, genuine public service, and reforms that uplift Filipinos instead of filling the… pic.twitter.com/6SEELNXlU0

— Inquirer (@inquirerdotnet) September 21, 2025

LOOK: #BahaSaLuneta and #TrillionPesoMarch top Philippine X trends as of 1:30 p.m. on Sunday, Sept. 21, as the anti-corruption protests continue.

On-ground mobilizations ripple across the digital space, with over half a million posts recorded midway through today’s events.

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— Inquirer (@inquirerdotnet) September 21, 2025

As the main program of the ‘Trillion Peso March’ rally kicks off at 2 pm, more protesters gather at the People Power Monument.

Various groups continue to arrive, united in their call to end corruption in the government. | 🎥: Danx Landicho, https://t.co/EDjVS4ZXKk

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LOOK: Cast of “Bar Boys: The Musical” join the anti-corruption rally at the People Power Monument on Sunday, Sept. 21.

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‘WAG MO IFLEX SAKIN YANG GALING SA NAKAW’

READ: “Pinoy Big Brother: Celeb Collab” edition Big Winner Brent Manalo voices his anger toward individuals who flaunt their wealth on social media, expressing his support for ongoing protests against corruption on Sunday, September 21.… pic.twitter.com/MddAvVviw4

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LOOK: Even “Spider-Man” swung by Luneta to join the call against corruption during the “Baha sa Luneta” protest on Sunday, Sept. 21.| 📸: Grig C. Montegrande

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Kabankalan City Bishop Louie Galbines and San Carlos City Bishop Gerardo Alminaza urged people to join the “Trillion Peso March” in Bacolod City on Sunday.

WATCH: Environmental groups from across the Bicol Region stage a rally on Sunday in front of the Sorsogon Provincial Capitol to protest what they described as corrupt and harmful government-funded infrastructure projects.

Protesters carried tarpaulins with messages such as… pic.twitter.com/6mXcavwjN2

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‘PANAGUTIN ANG MGA TIWALING OPISYAL’

READ: Sarah Geronimo expressed her fury toward corruption sweeping the nation on her Instagram Story, days after going viral for her UAAP performance.

“Nananawagan kami ng hustisya laban sa talamam at garapalang pagnanakaw sa kaban ng… pic.twitter.com/E16pIrqYBv

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LOOK: A protester, dressed as Lady Justice, condemned systemic government corruption and other socio-political issues as she marched with 5,000 more people in Baguio City on Sunday, Sept. 21. | @AdrianINQ

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LOOK: A sea of protesters clad mostly in black led by veteran activists calling for accountability and to answer for massive corruption that plagued faulty infrastructure projects, particularly flood control projects. #BahaSaLuneta | @dempseyreyesINQ

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From EDSA in 1986, a Benedictine sister took to the streets again to protest systemic government corruption.

MANILA, Philippines — Even with the scorching heat, thousands of people who trooped to Rizal Park, Manila, for the “Baha sa Luneta” protest, are now heading to Mendiola

‘IKULONG NA ‘YAN’

LOOK: Thousands of rights advocates, students, church groups, and volunteers joined a protest on Sunday, September 21, denouncing government corruption.

The rally began with a holy mass at the Redemptorist Church in Barangay Gogon, followed by a solidarity and… pic.twitter.com/vK8iR771aL

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WATCH: After Luneta Park, protesters will continue their rally in Mendiola. | @dmorcosoINQ

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THE ‘AUNTIES’ ARE HERE, FIGHTING CORRUPTION

LOOK: The Aunties of Baguio, established after the 2022 elections, take a stand against corruption at a local protest at Malcolm Square in Baguio City. | @adrianINQ

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‘IMPORTANTE NA MAY MANAGOT’

Speaking at the Sept. 21 rally, actress Jodi Sta. Maria emphasizes the public’s right to truth and accountability, urging Filipinos not to let injustice pass once again.

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READ: SB19’s Stell spoke about the ongoing Sept. 21 anti-corruption rallies on his social media pages, saying he may be absent but he will “give his full support.”

The quintet is currently in Japan for their “Simula at Wakas” tour. | @HMallorcaINQ

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Thousands of rights advocates, students, religious organizations, and volunteers joined the protest in Legazpi City, Albay, on Sunday to denounce the corruption in the government.

READ: “Pinoy Big Brother: Celebrity Collab” edition alum Klarisse De Guzman expressed her fury towards government officials on social media. | @HMallorcaINQ

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‘MGA KURAP PARUSAHANN~’

LOOK: Content creator Stella Salle joins the anti-corruption rally in Luneta Park on Sunday, Sept. 21.

“Ang kurap, ang magnanakaw, ngayon ay parusahan!,” her caption reads. | 📸: Stella Salle/Facebook via Trisha Tamio, https://t.co/EDjVS4ZXKk trainee

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The anti-corruption rallies in Cebu kicked off on Sunday with a protest march in the city’s downtown Colon Street staged by the militant group Bagong Alyansang Makabayan.

Filipinos in various parts of the country are taking to the streets to protest corruption in government, including the anomalies in flood control projects, on Sunday, September 21, 2025.

The official website of the Tarlac City government was defaced on Friday, a day before nationwide protests against corruption.

WATCH: Benguet youth activist Kenneth Arroco from the Sangguniang Kabataan (SK) Federation of La Trinidad laments the case of Strawberry Farms and Bolo Creek as flood-prone areas despite “having an allotment of 400 million worth of flood control projects” from 2021 to 2025.… pic.twitter.com/x4miQrdgMA

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WATCH: Traffic situation along EDSA northbound near the People Power Monument at 12:35 p.m. amid protest-actions condemning corruption. | @jasonsigalesINQ

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SEN. KIKO IS PRESENT

LOOK: Sen. Kiko Pangilinan joins the mass with Rep. Leila de Lima at the EDSA Shrine before the protest against corruption at 2 p.m. at the EDSA People Power Monument. | 📸: Kiko Pangilinan/Facebook via Trisha Tamio, https://t.co/EDjVS4ZpUM trainee

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‘IBALIK ANG KAPANGYARIHAN SA PILIPINO’

Veteran actress Tessie Tomas makes a bold appeal during the September 21 anti-corruption rally, urging all government officials to resign and give way to a peaceful snap election led by the Filipino people.

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Cebu Archbishop Jose Palma calls on Cebuanos to join anti-corruption protests in a social media post on Sunday.

WATCH: As the anti-corruption rally continues in Baguio City, Atty. Shella Merced, Saint Louis University (SLU) vice president for administration, reiterated that their university is one with the people in the ongoing anti-corruption movement:

“We are here because this crisis is… pic.twitter.com/zUwCBDy1EU

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LOOK: Dingdong Dantes, Kim Atienza, Benjamin Alves, Jerald Napoles, and Kim Molina participated at an anti-corruption running event in Makati. | 📸: Basbox and Ayala Mamimitiks/Kim Atienza/IG via @HMallorcaINQ

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WATCH: Andrea Brillantes joins the thousand of Filipinos at the Sept. 21 anti-corruption rallies in Manila. | 🎥: Andrea Brillantes/TikTok via @HMallorcaINQ

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LOOK: Crowd estimate along White Plains Avenue near the EDSA People Power Monument has reached around 1,000 as of 11 a.m., according to the QCPD.

More protesters are arriving ahead of this afternoon’s “Trillion Peso March.” | @FArgosinoINQ

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LEILA DE LIMA SA LUNETA

LOOK: Mamamayang Liberal party-list Rep. Leila de Lima flashes smiles in photos with fellow protestors and gamely answers media questions as she joins the Baha sa Luneta rally on Sunday, Sept. 21. | 📸: Mariamne yasmin Yap/The Flame/Facebook via Trisha… pic.twitter.com/YdAhyWeDWj

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LOOK: Actress Jodi Sta. Maria also calls for accountability in the Baha sa Luneta protest.

“Hindi pwedeng wala eh, kasi ilang beses na itong nangyari. Ilang rebolusyon na ang nagdaan,” says Sta. Maria.

“Dapat hindi na natin ito palampasin,” she adds. | @zacariansINQ

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LOOK: Another renowned actress Tessie Tomas also addressed the crowd, proudly expressing her support for calls to remove corrupt government officials from their posts. | @zacariansINQ

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‘HINDI NA NATIN ‘TO PWEDENG PALAGPASIN’

LOOK: Actress Jodi Sta. Maria is among the artists demanding accountability at the anti-corruption rally in Luneta Park.

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‘TAMA NA. SOBRA NA. IKULONG NA.’

LOOK: Actor Elijah Canlas calls corrupt politicians “best actors,” stressing that all those involved in the misuse of public funds must face accountability.

Canlas further urged corrupt government officials to return the stolen public funds.… pic.twitter.com/0NBdjnmask

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LOOK: Angel Aquino also attended the Baha sa Luneta protest. In her speech, Aquino lamented the current state of the country, and called for accountability on corrupt government officials. | @zacariansINQ

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Bacolod Bishop Patricio Buzon has lent his voice in support of people across the country joining the protests against widespread corruption involving flood control and other government infrastructure projects.

Public Works Secretary Vince Dizon on Sunday said he fully supports rallies condemning corruption in government.

QUEEN JUDAY HAS SPOKEN ✨

LOOK: Award-winning actress Judy Ann Santos reshared quotes on corruption and how “protesting is never a disturbance of the peace” on her Instagram Story. | 📷: Judy Ann Santos/IG Story via @HMallorcaINQ

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‘MAS MAKAPAL PA SA SEMENTO ANG MUKHA NIYO’

Mamamayang Liberal party-list Rep. Leila de Lima slams government officials and contractors linked to the flood control mess during the Sept. 21 protests in Luneta Park. Calling for an end to the cycle of corruption, De Lima reminds the… pic.twitter.com/FpFgamLFUn

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‘IPAGLABAN ANG KARAPATAN NATIN’

READ: Actress-singer Julie Anne San Jose expressed her support to those participating at the Sept. 21 anti-corruption rallies, while reminding them to take care of themselves. | @HMallorcaINQ

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Gabriel Siscar of Kabataan Partylist–Cordillera urged at the Baguio City rally on Sunday for citizens to go beyond demanding the return of stolen public funds by closely scrutinizing the proposed 2026 national budget

Covered in mud, UP students marched at Rizal Park Sunday, protesting alleged anomalies in flood control projects.

‘KASAMANG LUMALABAN PARA SA BAYAN’

LOOK: Filipino US-based vlogger Wander Z, along with his grandmother and grandfather, joins the nation in protesting against the widespread corruption in the Philippine government.

“Wala man sa Pilipinas pero kasamang lumalaban para sa bayan… pic.twitter.com/QIzXLIjAVZ

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“PAKI-PRIORITIZE PO!”

LOOK: Here in Baguio City, an individual carried with him a placard that reads “tuparin ang bday wish ni Kara David” as his way to express indignation against government corruption. | @adrianINQ

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LOOK: As of 10:45 a.m. on Sunday, September 21, the Manila DRRMO estimates that around 49,000 people have gathered at Luneta Park for the anti-corruption rally. | 📷: Manila PIO/Facebook

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WATCH: Convenors of the newly formed group, People Against Corruption – Olongapo, tear down “fake flood control project contracts” during the city’s anti-corruption rally at Rizal Triangle Park, Olongapo City, on Sunday, Sept. 21. The protest is in solidarity with the massive… pic.twitter.com/o5Ci4dSCDU

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‘KURAKOT MANAGOT’

LOOK: Coming together from various regions and progressive groups, advocates from Southern Tagalog march along Taft and Kalaw Avenue toward Luneta on Sunday, September 21.

The protesters decried systemic corruption, human rights violations, and the neglect of… pic.twitter.com/HcUgdrErAr

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A flood of white filled the streets here as at least 1,000 people joined a protest rally on Sunday led by the Archdiocese of Cagayan de Oro to express indignation against corruption in the country.

A Catholic Church leader in Palawan has urged the public to join a Prayer and Indignation Rally on Sunday at the football field of Seminario de San Jose in Barangay Tiniguiban in Puerto Princesa, Palawan.

WATCH: In Baguio City, Gabriel Siscar of Kabataan Partylist Cordillera emphasizes that beyond demanding the return of corrupted funds, citizens must be vigilant in monitoring the 2026 budget.

“Dapat manaig ang pro-people budget… tama na sa corrupt na budget insertions, sa flood… pic.twitter.com/T9mupp3vnV

— Inquirer (@inquirerdotnet) September 21, 2025

SUNDAY MORNING ANTI-CORRUPTION PROTEST

LOOK: Here are more scenes during the early morning rally in Cebu City on Sunday, September 21, as the nation observes the National Protest Day. | via Morexette Marie Erram #CDNDigital pic.twitter.com/7wsc6lTkXv

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WATCH: Members of the UP Repertory Company and more student-activists walk around Luneta Park covered in mud as part of a performance art to protest alleged anomalies in flood control projects. | @jasonsigalesINQ

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MGA GA PROTESTA NAG PUNDOK SA DOWNTOWN CEBU CITY LOOK: Protesters joining the National Protest Day gather in Colon Street, Cebu City on Sunday, September 21. | via Morexette Marie Erram #CDNDigital pic.twitter.com/rxIFXxQS5H

— CDN Digital (@cebudailynews) September 21, 2025

80,000 people have already gathered in Luneta to protest against government corruption, according to Bayan’s crowd estimate as of 10 a.m. | @zacariansINQ

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LOOK: Labor leader Leody de Guzman also speaks before the crowd, slamming politicians involved in corruption, including in the latest anomalous flood-control project scandal. | @zacariansINQ

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— Inquirer (@inquirerdotnet) September 21, 2025

‘NUN VS. CORRUPTION’

WATCH: The Benedictine community of religious sisters, educators and students are joining today’s protests in Luneta and Edsa Shrine to demand an end to theft of public funds, according to its former president Sr. Mary John Mananzan. | 🎥: Tonette T. Orejas… pic.twitter.com/OjZTnPjn7n

— Inquirer (@inquirerdotnet) September 21, 2025

PANANAGUTAN!

WATCH: Akbayan party-list Rep. Chel Diokno urges Filipino citizens to join the protests, stressing that these amplify Filipinos’ collective call for accountability.

“Walang pananagutan kung walang madadala sa kulungan. Kaya dapat hanggang sa kaduluhan, magkaroon ng… pic.twitter.com/vyNcj4UpPt

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LOOK: Students and members of various cause-oriented groups hit the streets of Cebu City in line with the nationwide protests against corruption on Sunday, September 21. | via Morexette Marie Erram #CDNDigital pic.twitter.com/jUtCyGBS1r

— CDN Digital (@cebudailynews) September 21, 2025

‘MANAGOT NA ANG DAPAT MANAGOT!’

READ: While Paulo Avelino will be absent in the Sept. 21 rallies, he expressed his support for his fellow Filipinos protesting against the persistent corruption among government officials. | 📸: Paulo Avelino/Instagram Story via @HMallorcaINQ… pic.twitter.com/BZ5euVcbgW

— Inquirer (@inquirerdotnet) September 21, 2025

PUNDOK SA FUENTE

LOOK: Scenes during the protest against corruption in Fuente Osmeña Circle, Cebu City on Sunday morning, September 21. | via Morexette Marie Erram #CDNDigital pic.twitter.com/vMpMvfNQiy

— CDN Digital (@cebudailynews) September 21, 2025

PANAHON NA PARA MANINGIL

WATCH: Protesters in Fuente Osmeña Circle are beginning to march with their plea to stop corruption in the country.

“Panahon diin ang katawhan mo padayag, mo pakita sa iyahang gahom.”

📹: Morexette Erram #CDNDigital pic.twitter.com/FgkWtyJv1d

— CDN Digital (@cebudailynews) September 21, 2025

Hundreds of students and activists gathered at Malcolm Square in Baguio City on Sunday as part of the nationwide protests against corruption.

Organizers expect a large crowd at Rizal Park in Tuguegarao City on Sunday as anti-corruption groups mounted a protest led by the volunteer alliance Kabataan Kontra Korapsyon and local advocates.

Around 5,000 people from more than 120 multisectoral formations gathered in Baguio City on Sunday to protest corruption in government.

‘NANGANGAGAT NG MGA KORAP!’

LOOK: A corgi joins the anti-corruption protests in Luneta Park, carrying today’s calls for accountability amid the flood control controversies. | 📷: Juvy Lobramonte via @johnsamuelyap

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‘CLERGY FOR GOOD GOVERNANCE’

LOOK: Priests, religious leaders, and lay faithful from the Diocese of Cubao joined the A Trillion March rally at the People Power Monument on Sunday, Sept. 21, declaring their call for good governance and accountability. | 📸: Diocese of… pic.twitter.com/HSiWQQtczq

— Inquirer (@inquirerdotnet) September 21, 2025

LOOK: ML Partylist Rep. Leila de Lima delivers speech before the crowd in the “Baha sa Luneta” protest.

“Damayang maglalagan na po kayo…wala dapat kayo sa Kongreso at Senado dapat sa preso, ikulong sila,” says De Lima pertaining to the flood-control scandal. | @zacariansINQ… pic.twitter.com/aditYrK6XQ

— Inquirer (@inquirerdotnet) September 21, 2025

WATCH: Baguio-Benguet residents cheer as Gabriel Siscar of Kabataan Partylist-Cordillera says “lahat ng sangkot ay mananagot.” | @adrianINQ

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LOOK: Reigning Miss Earth Philippines Joy Barcoma joins her fellow countrymen at the protests in Luneta Park on Sunday, Sept. 21. “Isang mapagpalayang umaga sa lahat,” she writes. | 📸: Joy Barcoma/Facebook via @HMallorcaINQ

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‘PANAHON NG PANININGIL’✊🏻

LOOK: Akbayan party-list stages a rally at the People Power Monument on Sunday, Sept. 21, to condemn what it calls abusive and corrupt politicians and contractors. | 📸: Akbayan party-list/Facebook via Trisha Tamio, https://t.co/EDjVS4ZpUM trainee

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— Inquirer (@inquirerdotnet) September 21, 2025

WATCH: Actor Elijah Canlas expressed dismay over alleged anomalies in the country’s flood control projects, ahead of the mass along White Plains Avenue near the EDSA People Power Monument. | @FArgosinoINQ

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— Inquirer (@inquirerdotnet) September 21, 2025

‘AKALA NIYO BA ANG KAPANGYARIHAN AY NASA INYO?’

WATCH: SB19’s Josh Cullen and Pablo sing a snippet of “Kapangyarihan,” a collab song between the P-pop powerhouse and Ben&Ben. |🎥: Josh Cullen/Facebook via @HMallorcaINQ

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‘LAHAT NG KORAP, DAPAT MANAGOT!’

LOOK: Maris Racal joins the Sunday, Sept. 21 protests, where she is said to be marching with the Philippine-Palestine Friendship Association. |📸: AlterMidya/X via @HMallorcaINQ

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LOOK: Miss Philippines Earth Joy Barcoma also joined the protest and delivered her message calling for accountability in the government.

“Panagutin ang lahat ng kurakot, linisin ang gobyerno!” she says. | @zacariansINQ

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— Inquirer (@inquirerdotnet) September 21, 2025

The Police Regional Office in Eastern Visayas (PRO-8) has deployed over 4,300 personnel across the region ahead of mass actions in key areas on Sunday to protest alleged corruption in flood control projects.

Thousands took to the streets in Manila on Friday for the “Baha sa Luneta” protest, calling for an end to persistent corruption in government.

Various groups, joined by Tindig Pilipinas spokesperson Kiko Aquino Dee, have gathered along White Plains Avenue near the EDSA.

LOOK: Drag artists lipsync to Smokey Mountain’s Paraiso as they join the “Baha sa Luneta” protest against gov’t corruption. | @zacariansINQ

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‘5,000-strong crowd vs. corruption’

JUST IN: An estimated 5,000 people are now gathered here at Malcolm Square in Baguio City for today’s localized protest against corruption, which started earlier, 9 am, at the Baguio Convention Center. | @AdrianINQ

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— Inquirer (@inquirerdotnet) September 21, 2025

LOOK: The anti-corruption protest in Baguio moves to Harrison road. A short program is scheduled to take place in Malcolm Square where the protest is scheduled to end.

The protest is part of a larger slate of rallies scheduled to take place all over the nation against… pic.twitter.com/PMM6V65uiS

— Inquirer (@inquirerdotnet) September 21, 2025

LOOK: Youth and civic groups in Olongapo City wield banners and placards at Rizal Triangle Park during their first-ever anti-corruption rally, which will coincide with mass protests in Manila and Quezon City on Sunday. | @joannaglibotINQ

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LOOK: Veteran activist and ex-Bayan Muna Rep. Satur Ocampo, 86, joins the mass protest rally vs. corruption here in Luneta, joined by ex-Gabriela Rep. Liza Maza and KMP’s Danilo Ramos. | @dempseyreyesINQ

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A newly formed civic organization and a collective of local artists staged their own protest actions in Olongapo City on Sunday in solidarity with the massive anti-corruption rallies in Metro Manila.

No threats are monitored on Sunday as anti-corruption rallies began across the country, particularly in Metro Manila.

Four women created a stir inside a mall in Davao City when they roamed around wearing black shirts that read, “Stop flooding us with corruption.”

4,000–10,000 people are expected at the Edsa People Power Monument on Sunday for an anti-corruption protest, police said.

The PNP has deployed more than 3,000 personnel across Calabarzon to maintain peace and order during anti-corruption protests on Sept. 21.

Hagonoy, Bulacan residents staged protests against ghost flood-control projects worth billions, accusing officials of corruption that left their town submerged.

Groups have begun marching toward Luneta Park in Manila to condemn government corruption amid alleged anomalies in flood control projects.

LOOK: The main program in the Baha sa Luneta protest has officially commenced, thousands have already gathered—from first-time rallyists to various sectoral and church groups.

With their main call revolving around holding corrupt government officials accountable, their chat:… pic.twitter.com/CH56eh7tIB

— Inquirer (@inquirerdotnet) September 21, 2025

LOOK: Baguio-Benguet residents start their march to protest government corruption, with several sectors taking a stand to hold those responsible to account. | @AdrianINQ

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LOOK: Quezon City resident Moses Moreno, 70, holds a sign reading “Mamatay na sana ang mga kurap” as protesters make their way through Luneta Park along Orosa Street for the anti-corruption rally this morning.

“Matutupad!,” Moreno yells.

The sign echoes a quote from… pic.twitter.com/rRc0h7TOqX

— Inquirer (@inquirerdotnet) September 21, 2025

WATCH: Groups are now preparing for the so-called “Trillion Peso March” from the EDSA Shrine to the People Power Monument this afternoon, chanting: “Buwis namin, huwag nakawin!” | @FArgosinoINQ

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LOOK: Religious sisters take part in today’s localized protest against corruption, which will start at the Baguio Convention Center at 9 a.m. | @adrianINQ

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WATCH: Manibela also here in Luneta Park to join the protest rally against corruption. | @dmorcosoINQ

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LOOK: As of 8:20 a.m., various groups gathered at White Plains Ave. in Quezon City for the scheduled mass rally taking place today, September 21. | @ATacsonINQ

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LOOK: Various groups, joined by Tindig Pilipinas spokesperson Kiko Aquino Dee, have gathered along White Plains Avenue near the EDSA People Power Monument for a mass ahead of this afternoon’s anti-corruption protest march. | @FArgosinoINQ

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— Inquirer (@inquirerdotnet) September 21, 2025

LOOK: Protesters are starting to assemble here at the Baguio Convention Center for today’s Baguio-Benguet March Against Corruption and Impunity. | @AdrianINQ

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LOOK: People beginning to arrive here in Luneta for the Baha sa Luneta mass protest rally expected to start at 9 a.m.

They will later march to Mendiola. | @dempseyreyesINQ

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— Inquirer (@inquirerdotnet) September 21, 2025

“SERBISYO SA TAO, HUWAG GAWING NEGOSYO!”

WATCH: Groups are now marching towards Luneta Park in Manila to protest against government corruption.

The march is taking place along Taft Avenue—one of Manila’s main roads, which is notorious for quickly flooding during the rainy… pic.twitter.com/3MjrGswAcn

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WATCH: Members of Bahaghari, Gabriela and Salinlahi begin marching towards the main site of the protest in front of Rizal Monument. | @zacariansINQ

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WATCH: Multisectoral groups gear up and march around the Luneta Park as the anti-corruption rally there begins this morning.

Among their calls is to hold all corrupt officials accountable and to adequately fund public services. | @jasonsigalesiNQ

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LOOK: Bigger crowds are starting to gather in Luneta as of 7:45 a.m. The main program for the Luneta protest is expected to begin at around 9 a.m. | @zacariansINQ

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— Inquirer (@inquirerdotnet) September 20, 2025

LOOK: Members of teachers’ groups gather along Taft Avenue to register the education sector’s calls ahead of the Baha Sa Luneta rally this morning.

“Imbes na ilagay sa mga ghost project at mga maanomalya na flood control projects, ilaan yung budget sa edukasyon, sa pagpapataas… pic.twitter.com/a17hF51VbT

— Inquirer (@inquirerdotnet) September 20, 2025

LOOK: Current situation here in front of the Rizal Monument ahead of the “Baha sa Luneta Aksyon na Laban sa Korapsyon Protest.” | @zacariansINQ

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LOOK: Situation at the Mendiola Peace Arch at 6:49 a.m., blocks away from the Baha Sa Luneta rally at the Rizal Park in Manila.

Militant groups are expected to march to Mendiola after the Luneta program and before the People Power Monument rally. | @jasonsigalesINQ

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WATCH: According to Bagong Alyansang Makabayan President Teddy Casiño and Secretary General Mong Palatino, today’s rally will bring together a broad range of groups and individuals — including youth, students, artists, drag queens, and people from various sectors such as workers,… pic.twitter.com/NVu6Ndi4sY

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WATCH: Situation in Luneta Park as of 6:17 a.m. for the protest rally against corruption particular in flood control project. | @dMorcosoINQ pic.twitter.com/XRutmDtwKq

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WATCH: As of 4:30 a.m., the police force began their formation at the EDSA People Power Monument in preparation for the scheduled mass rally on Sunday, September 21. | @atacsonINQ pic.twitter.com/m8JIckCLYp

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Heavy rains and floods brought by Typhoon Nando could dampen—or actually fire up even more—the mass demonstrations being held today.

The rallies aim to condemn the alleged corruption in the government in connection with the flood control anomalies across the country.

The rallies aim to condemn the alleged corruption in the government in connection to the flood control anomalies across the country.

The PNP chief noted that based on the permit signed and given to organizers, the rallies will take place until 6 p.m.

A broad multi-sectoral alliance calling for accountability and transparency is expected to draw a delegation of around 10,000 participants.

Anne Curtis emphasized the importance of “honest taxpaying” ahead of the mass protest on Sunday, in which she will also take part.

Vice Ganda seemingly hinted that he will be joining the public at the nationwide protest against corruption on Sept. 21.

As protesters geared for the indignation rallies at Luneta and Edsa on Sunday, other groups readied their own protests against corruption

Church leaders, students, and civic groups mounted a series of coordinated protests in Central Luzon provinces this week to denounce

For those in Benguet, a province considered as one of the “ground zeroes” in government infrastructure corruption, the protest on Sunday, Sept. 21, which will start at the Baguio Convention Center, is kind of a “big deal.”

As the Philippines marks the anniversary of the declaration of martial law in 1972, several groups are expected to stage anti-corruption protests at the Rizal Park in Manila and the Edsa People Power Monument in Quezon City on Sunday, Sept. 21.

The protest date, Sept. 21, also marks the 53rd anniversary of the declaration of martial law in by his late father, Ferdinand Sr.

When the crowd gathers at Luneta on September 21 to protest flood control corruption and the ghost projects uncovered by ongoing congressional investigations, the question will not just be why they’re marching—but how many showed up.