People Power 40 concert to push anti-graft advocacy

Mayors for Good Governance (M4GG), spearheaded by Quezon City Mayor Joy Belmonte, Pasig City Mayor Vico Sotto, Basilan Mayor Sitti Hataman and Baguio City Mayor Benjamin Magalong, along with civic group Kaya Natin!, are set to stage the People Power 40 Concert: “Awit at Aksyon Kontra Korapsyon” to intensify the fight against corruption.

The People Power 40 Kick-Off Concert, scheduled on 21 February at Quezon Memorial Circle, aims not only to rekindle the spirit of the bloodless and peaceful 1986 revolution but also to inspire and strengthen the ongoing campaign against corruption.

M4GG and Kaya Natin!, led by its convener Sen. Bam Aquino, said the concert seeks to remind Filipinos that the unity and courage that restored the country’s democracy in 1986 can be channeled today in the fight for transparency and accountability.

“People Power proved that the Filipino people, when united, can stand up to injustice and demand accountability. This concert is a way to honor that legacy while encouraging citizens, especially the youth, to continue the fight for transparency and good governance,” the organizers said.

Through the event, the organizers aim to reinforce that combating corruption is a shared responsibility among Filipinos.

The concert will feature some of the country’s top performers, including Ogie Alcasid, Janno Gibbs, Rivermaya, Ice Seguerra, Ebe Dancel, Pio Balbuena, Morobeats, Elmo Magalona, Arkin Magalona, Chelsea Alley and Over October.

Also joining the lineup are “Unkabogable Star” Vice Ganda, stand-up comedians Alex Calleja and Red Ollero, Iza Calzado, Bea Binene and DJ JhaiHo.

The pre-show begins at 4 p.m., with the main concert starting at 6 p.m.