Stricter security measures implemented after a 2024 attack on a Catholic Mass have led to a significant decline in attendance at Cagayan de Oro's annual Traslacion procession. The reduced crowds have impacted vendors who rely on the event for their livelihood.
This year's Traslacion in Cagayan de Oro witnessed a significant decline in attendance and a subdued atmosphere compared to previous years. Stricter security measures, implemented after a deadly attack on a Catholic Mass in 2024, restricted devotees' access to the Black Nazarene carriage, impacting vendors who relied on the event for their livelihood. While authorities cited security concerns, critics argued that the excessive measures disrupted traditional practices and alienated devotees.
The smaller crowds were also attributed to the rise of local Black Nazarene processions in neighboring cities, as well as a perceived waning interest among younger generations.
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