MANILA – The National Historical Commission of the Philippines (NHCP) in cooperation with the Department of National Defense and the City of Taguig will hold a commemorative program at the Libingan ng mga Bayani, Taguig City on 25 August 2025 for the Observance of National Heroes Day.
With the theme ‘Isang Diwa, Isang Lahi, Isang Bayanihan,’ President Ferdinand R. Marcos, Jr. will lead the commemoration as Guest of Honor with Executive Secretary Lucas P. Bersamin, Defense Secretary Gilberto C. Teodoro, Jr., AFP Chief of Staff Lt. Gen. Romeo Brawner, NHCP Chairman Regalado Trota Jose Jr., and Taguig City Mayor Ma. Laarni “Lani” Cayetano also taking part in the observance.
Republic Act No. 9492 designated the last Monday of August as National Heroes Day, serving as an opportunity for the nation to remember the sacrifices and contributions of all Filipino heroes and the bravery they exemplified for our people.
This year’s commemoration will include an unveiling of the monument ‘Unsung Heroes,’ also at the Libingan ng mga Bayani.
The NHCP is the national government agency mandated to promote Philippine history through its museums, research, and publications, and to preserve historical heritage through conservation and the marking of historic sites and structures.