SENATOR Christopher “Bong” Go reaffirmed his commitment to public service as he attended the Universal Guardians Brotherhood (UGB) Proclamation Assembly at the Philippine Veterans Museum in Taguig City on Saturday, March 8, where he was officially proclaimed as one of the organization’s endorsed senatorial candidates for the upcoming elections.
The event, held under the leadership of UGB President Bong Contapay, gathered around 350 attendees, including key members and officials of the Apex Confederacy of Guardians Organizations.
Several other senatorial aspirants were also present at the event, including Ret. Col. Ariel Querubin, Atty. Jimmy Bondoc, and Philip “Mr. IPEktibo” Salvador. Meanwhile, Senator Ronald “Bato” dela Rosa was represented by Kagawad Wenky dela Rosa, and Pastor Apollo Quiboloy was represented by Atty. Kaye Laurente. Each is given the opportunity to present their platforms and advocacies to the members of UGB.
The organization, known for its commitment to camaraderie, unity, and volunteerism, has carefully chosen its endorsed candidates based on their alignment with the principles of the brotherhood and their dedication to serving the nation.
“Napapanahon na rin po na mabigyan ng pagkakataon na makapag serbisyo ang UGB. Isa naman ang ating layunin. Ang pakiusap ko lang po sa inyo, sa UGB, unahin niyo po ‘yung pagtulong at kapakanan po ng ating kababayang Pilipino, lalung-lalo na ‘yung ating mahihirap na kababayan,” Go urged.
During his speech, Senator Go, a member of the Senate Committee on Women, also took the opportunity to acknowledge and greet all women in attendance in celebration of Women’s Month.
He emphasized the significant role of women in shaping society, particularly in leadership, community service, and governance, “Gusto ko rin batiin ng Happy Women’s Month po ang ating mga kababaihan. Palakpakan po natin sila — mga nanay, mga ate, mga tita, at mga lola.”
Go is one of the authors and co-sponsors of Republic Act No. 11861, which amended RA 8972, or the Expanded Solo Parents’ Welfare Act to grant additional benefits to solo parents, most of whom are women.
The senator also lauded the UGB’s long-standing mission to create safe, inclusive, and sustainably developed communities, emphasizing that organizations like the Universal Guardians Brotherhood play a crucial role in promoting peace and unity in the country.
Go shared, “May nagpasalamat at yumakap sa akin kanina. Nagpapasalamat sa lahat ng tulong at programa. Sabi ko sa kanya, ‘huwag kayong magpasalamat sa akin. Ako nga ang dapat magpasalamat sa inyo dahil isa po akong probinsiyano na binigyan niyo ng pagkakataon na makapaglingkod sa inyo.’”
The senator, who is seeking re-election, vowed to continue working closely with groups like UGB to uplift communities and ensure that no Filipino is left behind in national progress.
The proclamation of Go as an official senatorial candidate of the UGB highlights the organization’s trust in his leadership and advocacy for inclusive development and genuine public service.
“Maraming salamat sa UGB sa inyong walang sawang tiwala at suporta. Hinding hindi ko po sasayangin yung pagkakataon na ibinigay niyo sa akin. Magta-trabaho po ako para sa Pilipino,” Go stressed.
“Hindi po ako politiko na mangangako sa inyo. Gagawin ko lang po ang aking trabaho. Kung papalarin, sipag, pagmamalasakit, at more serbisyo po ang gagawin ko sa ating mga kababayang Pilipino,” he concluded.
