CITY OF MALOLOS – Bulacan Governor Daniel R. Fernando received the Huwarang Filipino Awards 2026 Honoree recognition during the “Decades of Excellence” awarding ceremony held at the Music Museum in San Juan City last Friday.
Fernando was recognized for his steadfast commitment to public service and transformative leadership in the Province of Bulacan.
“Sa ngalan ng Lalawigan ng Bulacan, ako po ay buong pagpapakumbabang nagpapasalamat sa pagkilalang ito. Higit sa isang parangal, ito ay isang paalala na ang tunay na liderato ay nasusukat sa malasakit at hindi sa pagmamalabis sa kapwa, gayundin sa pagdamay sa mga mamamayan lalo na sa mga higit na nangangailangan,” the People’s Governor said.
He dedicated the award to the people of Bulacan, emphasizing that the true exemplars are the hardworking Bulakenyos who continuously strive for a brighter future.
“Kayo po ang tunay na huwaran, kayo po ang aking inspirasyon at kalakasan,” he said.
Fernando also reaffirmed his commitment to further strengthening provincial programs despite challenges.
“Sa kabila ng maraming pagsubok sa aking pagkatao, lalo pa nating pagtibayin ang ating mga programa para sa edukasyon, kalusugan, kabuhayan, at imprastraktura,” the Bulacan governor assured.
Other awardees include Office of the Presidential Adviser on Peace, Reconciliation, and Unity Sec. Carlito Galvez, Jr., Miss Universe 2018 Catriona Gray, Actor and former Oriental Mindoro Vice Gov. Ejay Falcon, singer Erik Santos, Manila City Mayor Isko Moreno, PBA star and San Juan City Coun. James Yap, philantrophist and businessman Joel Cruz, Julius and Tintin Babao, Mark Logan, PAO Chief Atty. Persida Acosta, Pilar Pilapil, Sheryl Cruz, and Sheryn Regis among others.
The Huwarang Filipino Awards honors outstanding Filipinos who have mastered their expertise and whose enduring leadership, service, and achievements have shaped communities, industries, and the nation across generations.
