Manila, Dec. 30 -- Ilonggos should not consider Dr. Jose P. Rizal as a hero of the past but a model of what they aspire for their country - steadfast in its principles, courageous in speaking the truth, and tireless in serving for a free and peaceful country.

This was underscored by Brig. Gen. Josefino Ligan, director of the Police Regional Office 6 (Western Visayas), during the commemoration of the 129th death anniversary of the national hero at Plaza Libertad here on Tuesday.

"Nawa'y maging inspirasyon sa atin ang kanyang buhay upang tayo ay maging mas mabubuting mamamayan, mas tapat na lingkod-bayan, at mas makataong indibidwal. At sa ating sariling paraan, ipagpatuloy natin ang hindi pa tapos na laban na kanyang sinimulan - ang ipag...