Ilocos Norte marks late Marcos’ 109th birth anniversary
President Marcos has declared September 11 a special non-working holiday in Ilocos Norte to commemorate the 109th birth anniversary of his father, Ferdinand Marcos Sr. The government has also announced several other local holidays across the Philippines for the month of September.
Why it matters
The declaration highlights the ongoing political influence of the Marcos family and the administrative process of local holiday scheduling in the Philippines.
MANILA, Philippines - President Marcos has declared Sept. 11 a special non-working day in Ilocos Norte for the commemoration of the 109th birth anniversary of his late father, former president Ferdinand Marcos Sr.
Executive Secretary Ralph Recto signed on Tuesday Proclamation 1421 declaring the holiday, to allow residents to participate in commemorative activities.
"It is but fitting and proper that the people of the province of Ilocos Norte be given a full opportunity to participate in the occasion and enjoy the celebration," the proclamation read.
The President is expected to lead the celebration.
Aside from Ilocos Norte, Marcos also declared special non-working days in six more areas for this month.
Proclamations 1422 and 1420 declared Sept. 9 and 10 as special non-working days in Banton, Romblon and Bais, Negros Oriental, respectively.
The town of Banton will celebrate the Hanrumanan Festival, while Bais City will mark the Hudyaka Festival.
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