P-Noy to lead Rizal Day rites

MANILA, Philippines - President Aquino will lead government officials in the annual wreath-laying ceremony at the Rizal Monument in Manila today, in observance of the 115th anniversary of the national hero’s martyrdom.

He will also lead in the flag-raising ceremony, where he will be accorded full military honors upon his arrival at the national monument.

He will be accompanied by Vice President Jejomar Binay, Manila Mayor Alfredo Lim, Foreign Affairs Secretary Albert del Rosario, Education Secretary Armin Luistro, Tourism Secretary Ramon Jimenez Jr., Interior and Local Government Secretary Jesse Robredo, Armed Forces of the Philippines chief of staff Lt. Gen. Jessie Dellosa and chairperson Maria Serena Diokno of the National Historical Commission of the Philippines.

Also in attendance will be real estate magnate Rhegis Romero II, acting supreme commander of the Knights of Rizal. – With Jose Rodel Clapano