Sara Duterte joins Iligan’s Pakanaug rites

Sara Duterte joins Iligan’s Pakanaug rites

/ 03:52 PM September 20, 2026
Vice President Sara Duterte joined Iligan City’s Pakanaug rites on Sunday, Sept. 20, 2026. Photo by Violeta Gloria

ILIGAN CITY — Vice President Sara Duterte joined the Pakanaug in Iligan City on Sunday, as the image of St. Michael the Archangel, the city’s patron saint, was brought down from its pedestal at St. Michael’s Cathedral for a procession.

The ritual marked the start of the city’s month-long fiesta celebration.

Duterte was accompanied by some city officials.

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Her visit was unannounced, surprising devotees attending the religious activity.

Some devotees shouted “Duterte! Duterte!” and gathered around her to have their photos taken.

Duterte did not grant a media interview. /mcm

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