On May 1, 2026, progressive groups, labor unions, and various sectors held a protest along P. del Rosario Street and Colon Street in Cebu City to commemorate the 124th Labor Day. The Cebu City Police Office (CCPO) described the event as orderly and peaceful.
Peaceful Demonstration
Consolidated reports from personnel deployed along Colon Street and Fuente Osmeña Rotunda indicated that the militant groups caused no trouble. Police estimated that nearly 1,000 individuals joined the protest march from Fuente to Colon. By 12:15 PM, the crowd had peacefully dispersed with no recorded incidents.
Key Demands
The rally focused on workers' rights, urging the government to increase wages for all employees and ensure job security. Throughout the event, police recorded no crimes, highlighting the cooperation between law enforcement and protesters.
Police Colonel George Ylanan, chief of the CCPO, praised his personnel for maintaining order and peace. He also thanked other stakeholders who helped ensure the smooth conduct of the activity.
