Florita denied the allegations and even enumerated the improvements that were introduced in last year's festival such as variety in the songs, the choice of instruments used for accompaniment, and that composers wrote songs that were relevant to society.
He said he is committed to make some more improvements in next year's festival. Florita is also urging radio stations to air the winning entries.
The festival was started in 1981 when Cebu first district Rep. Eduardo Gullas was then the governor. - Gregg Rubio