Ninoy Aquino Day 2024

On August 21, 2024, Filipinos will commemorate the 42nd anniversary of the assassination of former Senator Benigno Aquino Jr., also known as Ninoy. The day is celebrated as Ninoy Aquino Day, a national holiday in the Philippines, to honor his life and legacy as a champion of democracy and freedom.

Ninoy Aquino was born on November 27, 1932, in Concepcion, Tarlac. He was a lawyer and politician who served as a senator from 1967 to 1972, when martial law was declared by then-President Ferdinand Marcos. Aquino was a vocal critic of Marcos' authoritarian rule and was imprisoned for seven years.

In 1980, Aquino was allowed to go to the United States for medical treatment. He returned to the Philippines in 1983, despite knowing the risks involved. On August 21, 1983, he was assassinated at the Manila International Airport, allegedly by government agents.

Aquino's assassination shocked the world and sparked a wave of protests that eventually led to the overthrow of Marcos in 1986. His widow, Corazon Aquino, was elected president in 1986 and became the first female president of the Philippines.

Ninoy Aquino Day is a day to remember and celebrate the life and legacy of a great Filipino who sacrificed his life for the freedom of his people. It is a day to reflect on the importance of democracy and human rights, and to renew our commitment to fight for a just and equitable society.

• Ways to Commemorate Ninoy Aquino Day:
• Attend a commemorative event or rally
• Visit the Ninoy Aquino Museum
• Watch a film or documentary about Ninoy Aquino
• Read a book about Ninoy Aquino
• Share your thoughts and memories about Ninoy Aquino on social media

Ninoy Aquino's Legacy

Ninoy Aquino is remembered as a hero who fought for the freedom and democracy of the Filipino people. His assassination was a turning point in Philippine history, and his legacy continues to inspire generations of Filipinos to fight for their rights.

In 1987, the Philippine Congress passed Republic Act 6705, which declared the date of Ninoy Aquino's assassination as a national holiday. The law states that Ninoy Aquino Day is a day to "commemorate the life, works, and martyrdom of former Senator Benigno Aquino Jr., whose assassination on August 21, 1983, led to the eventual restoration of democracy and freedom in our country."

Ninoy Aquino's legacy is a reminder that the fight for democracy is never easy, but it is always worth fighting for. He is an inspiration to all of us who believe in the power of the human spirit.