MALABON CITY — The Office of the Vice President (OVP) recently extended its nationwide anniversary tour to Malabon City, launching the “EXTRA+Ordinary: Duty, Continuity, and Legacy” exhibit at Fisher Mall. This event serves as a centerpiece of the OVP’s 90th-anniversary celebrations, offering the public an immersive look into nearly a century of Philippine political history.
Atty. Zuleika Lopez, OVP Chief of Staff, officially opened the proceedings by welcoming guests and members of the press. In her address, she reflected on the office’s significant evolution since its inception, highlighting a steadfast commitment to public service that has spanned generations of leadership.
A Legacy of Transition and Resilience
The “EXTRA+Ordinary” exhibit, which first debuted in November 2025, is a traveling historical showcase that honors the 14 individuals who have held the vice presidency since the office was established under the 1935 Constitution. The curation focuses on the transition of these leaders from private citizens to instrumental public servants, emphasizing how their personal journeys shaped their approach to governance.
Educationally, the exhibit provides a deep dive into the OVP’s historical trajectory. Visitors can explore how the role has shifted from a primary “contingency” position—designed to ensure executive continuity—to a proactive office that spearheads national advocacy and direct social services. The displays specifically document the critical roles Vice Presidents played during periods of war, political upheaval, and economic shifts, illustrating the resilience required to lead from the second-highest office in the land.
Complementing the visual displays is the launch of the commemorative coffee table book, First in Line: Vice Presidents of the Philippines. This publication acts as a definitive historical record, preserving the legacies of the country’s 14 Vice Presidents through rare archival photographs and detailed biographical accounts. It serves as a permanent educational resource for those seeking to understand the nuanced impact of the vice presidency on the Filipino narrative.
The Malabon leg follows successful exhibitions at SM City Davao and the Philippine Women’s College of Davao earlier this year. By selecting high-traffic venues like Fisher Mall, the OVP aims to democratize Philippine history, ensuring that insights into the nation’s leadership are accessible to students, families, and the general public alike.
The OVP characterizes this initiative not merely as a retrospective, but as a celebration of the duty and continuity that define the office. The exhibit remains free to the public for a limited engagement before it proceeds to its next regional destination, continuing its mission to bring national history to the grassroots level.
