TRECE MARTIRES CITY, Cavite --Sixth District Representative Luis ‘Jonjon’ A. Ferrer IV was appointed as Lieutenant Colonel of the Army Reserve Command of the Armed Forces of the Philippines on Tuesday, August 24, 2021 during the formal rites held at Ricarte Hall, Philippine Army Officers Club House, Fort Bonifacio, Taguig City.

During the ceremony, Commanding General of the Philippine Army Major General Andres Centino donned and pinned the rank on Congressman Ferrer’s uniform.

“With the addition of another peace advocate and a dedicated public servant who serves with selfless intentions, the Philippine Army will surely be more confident together with the Army Reserve Component to continue thriving with the challenges towards accomplishing his mission and achieving his share aspirations to the nation mostly to the Province of Cavite,” said Major General Centino.

 “It is an honor to serve the people with you. Long live the Philippine Army!” Ferrer said in appreciation for the privilege and trust accorded him.

Congressman Ferrer’s wife witnessed the formal rites along with the generals and officials of the Philippine Army, enlisted personnel, and civilian human resource.

In a related news, Congressman Ferrer as concurrent Chair of the Commission on Appointments, Committee of the National Defense led the committee hearing for the approval for the promotion of MGen. Andres C. Centino, Colonel Raul P. Villanueva and Captain Ruben B. Fajardo Jr. to the ranks of Lieutenant General, Brigadier General, and Commodore respectively. (Ruel Francisco/Senate of the Philippines/Dennis Abrina)