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Guv lauds staging of Kasadyahan sa Kabanwahanan

ILOILO CITY -- The recently concluded Kasadyahan sa Kabanwahanan Festival of Iloilo province is by far the best Kasadyahan in history, according to Gov. Arthur Defensor, Jr.

With this, tourists and locals alike can anticipate a grander celebration of Kasadyahan in 2025 as promised by the provincial government.

"To say that the Kasadyahan sa Kabanwahanan was a resounding success is not enough. It is the best Kasadyahan in history," Gov. Defensor addressed the crowd during the flag-raising ceremony at the Capitol.

Banate is celebrating the bounty of the sea through its Kasag Festival. The performance mirrors the contribution of "kasag" to the town's growing economy and how dynamite fishing destroys the livelihood of the locals.

He said the Kasadyahan sa Kabanwahanan contributed to a more enjoyable and exciting Dinagyang Festival this year.

He also met with the Kasadyahan sa Kabanwahanan committee heads for the evaluation of the event as part of the 2024 Dinagyang Festival.

The meeting sets the tone for a bigger Kasadyahan as more municipalities have expressed interest to participate.

Defensor thanked these committees, provincial government department heads and stakeholders for the successful staging of the Kasadyahan sa Kabanwahanan anchored on the tourism slogan, “Fun, Foodie, Friendly” Iloilo.

"For now let us enjoy the success of the Kasadyahan and be proud of yourselves and be proud of the provincial government," Defensor said.

To note, nine festival tribes competed in Kasadyahan with Tultugan Festival of Maasin bagging the grand champion followed by Hirinugyaw - Suguidanonay Festival of Calinog, and Kaing Festival of Leon. (AAL/LMLE/PIA Iloilo)

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