FPJ Panday Bayanihan gains 500,000 signatures from national supporters

FPJ Panday Bayanihan Party-list’s Brian Poe Llamanzares

MANILA, Philippines – A remarkable event took place on April 11, 2025, at FPJ Studios with the turn-over of 500,000 signatures in support of the FPJ Panday Bayanihan Partylist.

The dedicated Volunteer Poe Kami Movement, led by Ricky Mallari, launched a signature campaign called “Ituloy natin ang Adbokasiya ni FPJ.” This initiative effectively mobilized community support through grassroots activities across various venues, including public markets and tricycle terminals. Areas such as Pasig, Taguig, Marikina, Pateros, San Juan, Las Piñas, Muntinlupa, and Bacoor experienced a positive response, along with meaningful participation from residents of Rizal Province and the 3rd district of Pangasinan.

Brian Poe Llamanzares with supporters

Ricky Mallari expressed the historical importance of their initiative: “Kami po sa Volunteer Poe Kami Movement ay nagsimula noong 2003 nung tumakbo si Da King. Kasama po kami doon sa bumuo ng quick count ni Da King, 22 years ago.” He emphasized the movement’s commitment to continue FPJ’s legacy, stating, “Sinimulan po namin ang aming adbokasiya ng suporta sa FPJ Panday Bayanihan Partylist. Umiikot po kami sa mga palengke, nag-bahay-bahay po kami. So all in all, naka 300,000 mahigit kaming signatures. Ito ay aming ihahandog na tulong para sa FPJ Panday Bayanihan Partylist.”

Brian Poe Llamanzares

Mallari further explained that the required number of signatures for a nominee is just over 300,000, and their effort substantially exceeds this threshold. He highlighted the potential for even more support, noting, “Wala pa po diyan ang mga supporter ng 2nd nominee from Batangas at 3rd nominee from Mindoro. So sana, ipanalangin natin na tatlo sila makaupo para naman mas marami ang matulungang Pilipino.”

As the proud grandson of the late Fernando Poe Jr., Brian Poe, the first nominee of the FPJ Panday Bayanihan Partylist, continued to share his family’s legacy during the recent public gathering.

Volunteer Poe Kami head Ricky Mallari and FPJ Panday Bayanihan First nominee Brian Poe

“Hindi ko alam kung naaalala n’yo po noong 2004, bago po tumakbo si FPJ. Nung panahon na ‘yan, nag-iisip pa si FPJ kung tatakbo talaga siya pagka-pangulo. May grupo na nagbuo po ng signature campaign at nagbigay po sila ng 1 million signatures kay FPJ para tumakbo po siya sa pagka-pangulo. Itong grupo na ito, ginawa nila ‘yon bago ang campaign period.”
Brian recalled the past when there was significant public support for his grandfather, highlighting the grassroots movement that encouraged FPJ to run for president.

Supporters of FPJ Panday Bayanihan Partylist.

“Yun po ang naging inspirasyon ng grupo ni Ricky na gumawa ulit ng isang signature campaign at ipakita na nandyan pa rin ang mga supporters ni FPJ. Isipin n’yo, dalawang dekada na wala si FPJ, pero hanggang ngayon nakabuo tayo, hindi lang 300 thousand, dahil meron pang isang grupo na naghakot pa ng 200 thousand signatures.”Leading to a total of 500,000 signatures!

“Importante po ito dahil tama ang sinabi ni Ricky na 300 thousand votes lang ang kailangan natin para makaupo sa Kongreso. Kaya kung lahat ng pumirma dito ay boboto sa Mayo, uupo tayo sa Kongreso, tuloy-tuloy pa rin ang legasiya at serbisyo ng pamilyang Poe. At nagawa po natin ‘yan sa tulong n’yo po. Wala pong FPJ at wala pong Senator Grace Poe kung wala po ang suporta ninyo.” He pointed out the realistic goal of securing congressional representation and acknowledged the crucial role of community support in achieving this.

Brian emphasized that the process of gathering signatures for their partylist has been made easier by the genuine enthusiasm of community members eager to volunteer. “At nakakatuwa po dahil pag tinanong sila kung bakit sila lumalapit at bakit sila pumirma, sinasabi po nila na dahil mahal na mahal nila si FPJ hanggang ngayon.”

Brian underscored that this partylist belongs to the people, emphasizing its commitment to addressing their needs through initial consultations with various sectors. He highlighted that feedback from citizens was instrumental in understanding the community’s essential needs, ensuring that the partylist is genuinely reflective of the voices of the people.