DAVAO CITY — Two days after he manifested his political comeback, former President Rodrigo Duterte has officially filed his certificate of candidacy for Mayor of Davao City in the upcoming May 2025 midterm elections, with his son, Sebastian Duterte, running as his vice mayoralty candidate. At around 4:45 on Monday, October 7. Duterte arrived at Magsaysay Park with his … [Read more...] about Former President Rodrigo Duterte to run for Mayor of Davao City with son Sebastian as Vice Mayor
Lagdameo unopposed in Davao del Norte Second District Congressional race
DAVAO CITY --- Jose Manuel “JM” Lagdameo, a 42-year-old businessman and scion of the influential Floirendo family, emerges as a formidable contender for the Second District Representative seat in Davao del Norte. Running unopposed, Lagdameo's bid for Congress seems to have garnered strong support from the administration camp. Accompanied by his brother, Secretary Anton … [Read more...] about Lagdameo unopposed in Davao del Norte Second District Congressional race
Duterte vs. Nograles clan battle heats up in Davao City
DAVAO CITY — The political rivalry for Davao City’s mayoral seat is intensifying as former President Rodrigo Duterte faces off against former Civil Service Chairperson Karlo Alexie Nograles. This intense rivalry extends to the next generation, with Duterte’s eldest son, First District Representative Paolo Duterte, seeking reelection and facing a challenge from Atty. … [Read more...] about Duterte vs. Nograles clan battle heats up in Davao City
Duterte’s Hugpong sa Tawong Lungsod expels Al-ag siblings
The expelled Al-ag siblings DAVAO CITY --- The Hugpong sa Tawong Lungsod Party (HTLP) has expelled the Al-ag siblings—Councilors Bernard E. Al-ag of the 1st District and Wilberto E. Al-ag of the 3rd District, along with Punong Barangay Lilibeth Al-ag of Toril Proper and Punong Barangay Bernadette Al-ag of Bankas Heights—due to their alignment with another political … [Read more...] about Duterte’s Hugpong sa Tawong Lungsod expels Al-ag siblings
Political rift widens between Governor Jubahib and Congressman Alvarez over vice governatorial seat
DAVAO CITY — The longstanding political alliance between Davao del Norte Governor Edwin Jubahib and First District Representative Pantaleon Alvarez has officially ended, marking a significant shift in the region's political landscape. The conflict between the two escalated when Governor Jubahib declined to support Alvarez's bid for the gubernatorial seat, citing the … [Read more...] about Political rift widens between Governor Jubahib and Congressman Alvarez over vice governatorial seat
