President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. called on Filipinos Monday to fight corruption and abuse of power for the sake of the future generations during a ceremony for National Heroes Day at the Libingan ng mga Bayani in Taguig City.

Marcos pointed out that as Filipinos, everyone has a responsibility to the country to be more critical of wrongdoing, to expose fraud, and to stand up for what is right even if it is not easy.

During his speech, Marcos honored the “Visayan Joan of Arc” Teresa Magbanua who fought against Spanish colonial oppression as well as the unsung heroes who helped achieve the country’s independence.

Marcos led the country in commemorating National Heroes Day by offering a wreath at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier at the Libingan ng mga Bayani in Taguig City.

“This year’s theme, ‘Isang Diwa, Isang Lahi, Isang Bayanihan’ (One Spirit, One Race, One Bayanihan), highlights the bravery of Filipino heroes — both known and unsung — who fought for freedom and dignity,” the Presidential Communications Office (PCO) said.

Republic Act No. 9492 designates the last Monday of August as National Heroes Day.