Thanksgiving rally for Pam's victory set

A thanksgiving and victory rally to be called “Salamat Sugbo” will be held on June 29 to celebrate the win of Governor-elect Pamela Baricuatro, who garnered over a million votes in the May 12 elections, defeating five-term incumbent Governor Gwendolyn Garcia.

- - Jonnavie Villa and Shyrielle Lariosa, CNU intern/BRP

The event, scheduled from 6 P.M. to midnight, is expected to draw a crowd of 10,000 to 12,000 supporters.

It is being organized by the Duterte Dichard Supporters (DDS) as well as Baricuatro's team, who made the announcement during a press briefing yesterday.

Ian Gacrama, head organizer from DDS, led the preparation for the upcoming gathering, joined by fellow lead organizers Jun Abines and Jocelyn Nacua.

Although the final location has yet to be confirmed, organizers said they are eyeing a portion of Osmeña Boulevard, specifically the area in front of the Cebu Provincial Capitol, as a potential venue.

Currently, permits for therally are currently being processed.

The event will feature a thanksgiving concert for the thousands of supporters who helped Baricuatro win.