BBM to PNPA graduates: Public service must be impartial
MANILA, Philippines — “Public service must be devoid of prejudice, of favoritism, or discrimination, for all Filipinos are entitled to equal rights and opportunities,” President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. said during the 44th Commencement Exercises of the Philippine National Police Academy (PNPA) in Camp General Mariano Castaneda in Silang, Cavite on Friday.
“Most importantly, keep in mind to fulfill your duties and responsibilities with fairness and impartiality regardless of status in society,” he said.
“Public service must be devoid of prejudice, of favoritism, or discrimination for all Filipinos are entitled to equal rights and opportunities,” he added.
The President likewise urged the cadets to defend the people, no matter the circumstances of the police force.
“As a citizen’s peacekeeping force, be just, be morally upright, and commit yourself to protecting and defending the rights of our people, notwithstanding the current challenges faced by the PNP organization,” Marcos said.
“I also ask you to be catalysts for restoring public trust in the Philippine National Police and to be recognized as protectors and defenders of peace, order, and human rights,” he added.
A total of 186 out of the 208 graduates are set to join the PNP, 11 will serve in the Bureau of Fire Protection, and 11 will join the Bureau of Jail Management and Penology.
