Gretchen Stephanie Mendiola Espina, a "Pinoy Idol" winner from Biliran, became mayor of Naval in 2022. Her father, Rogelio Espina, previously served as governor and will return to office in 2025. The recent elections resulted in several new provincial leaders, reflecting Biliran's active political landscape and community engagement.
2025 Ilocos Sur congressmen, governor, vice governor, board members elected
Jeremias "Jerry" Crisologo Singson, born in Vigan, Ilocos Sur, has held various political positions, including vice governor and provincial board member. He became governor of Ilocos Sur in 2022 and was reelected in 2025. The May 2025 elections saw significant voter support for him and local congressmen.
2025 Cebu congressmen, governor, vice governor, board members elected
The Central Visayas region includes Bohol and Cebu, with independent cities like Cebu City. In the May 2025 elections, Pamela Baricuatro was elected governor, Glenn Soco vice governor, and various congressmen and provincial board members were chosen across seven districts. Additionally, Cebu had representatives in recent Miss Universe Philippines competitions.
2025 Aurora, Philippines congressman, governor, vice governor, board members elected
Aurora, a province in the Central Luzon region of the Philippines, recently held elections on May 12, 2025. Rommel Rico Teh Angara was re-elected as congressman. Other elected officials include Governor Reynante Amansec Tolentino and Vice Governor Sid Galban. The province comprises eight municipalities and 151 barangays, with Baler as the capital.
2025 Tawi-Tawi congressman, governor, vice governor, board members elected
Tawi-Tawi, the southernmost province in the Philippines, is part of the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao. Yshmael Ismail Sali has served as mayor and is currently governor. The province held elections on May 12, 2025, with significant wins for Sali and his family. Tawi-Tawi comprises 11 municipalities and 203 barangays.
2025 Lucena congressman, mayor, vice mayor, councilors elected
Lucena, an independent city in Quezon, Philippines, has a thriving coconut oil industry and was declared a highly urbanized city in 1991. In the 2025 elections, key officials were elected, including Mayor Mark Alcala. The city is home to the Manuel S. Enverga University Foundation and notable alumni like Maureen Marcelo and Maria Manalo.
2025 Davao del Sur congressman, governor, vice governor, board members elected
Davao del Sur, part of the Davao Region in the Philippines, held its elections on May 12, 2025, electing key officials including Governor Yvonne Roña Cagas and Vice Governor Marc Cagas. Digos is the provincial capital, which includes nine municipalities. Notable representatives from the province participated in various beauty pageants.
2025 Ormoc mayor, vice mayor, councilors elected
Ormoc, an independent city in Leyte, Philippines, has 85 barangays. Lucy Gomez, its mayor since 2022, previously served as a congresswoman. In the May 2025 elections, she received 89,123 votes. Her husband, Richard Gomez, has been the district's congressman since 2022. Ormoc also gained recognition from local beauty pageants.
2025 Camarines Sur congressmen, governor, vice governor, board members elected
Miguel Luis "Migz" Reyes Villafuerte, born in Makati, is a prominent political figure in Camarines Sur, serving as governor from 2013-2022 and congressman since 2022. The province recently held elections on May 12, 2025, resulting in new leaders across various positions, including Governor LRay Villafuerte and Vice Governor Sal Fortuno Jr.
2025 Maguindanao del Sur congressman, governor, vice governor, board members elected
Maguindanao del Sur, part of the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in the Philippines, consists of 24 municipalities and serves as the home for its capital, Buluan. In the 2025 elections, Esmael Mangudadatu was elected congressman with 166,090 votes, while Ali Midtimbang became governor. The province was officially divided into two in 2023.
