Filing of petitions vs. nuisance candidates extended to Oct. 16

Philippine News Agency 10/13/2024

MANILA, Philippines – The Commission on Elections (Comelec) has extended the deadline for the filing of petitions against nuisance candidates. In a notice posted on social media on Friday evening, the Comelec said the deadline was moved…

After COC filing, when do you we call them ‘candidates’?

Niña Mae C. Oliverio 10/09/2024

CEBU CITY, Philippines — The Certificate of Candidacy (COC) is a crucial step for those who aspire to run for a public office. The COC also serves as a proof to identify who might be the candidates…

Mining executive aims for Cebu’s 7th district congressional seat

Emmariel Ares 10/08/2024

CEBU CITY, Philippines – Businessman Joselito “Lito” Navarro aims to be the next elected representative of Cebu’s seventh district. Navarro decided to seek an electoral position for the first time after witnessing the plight of the residents…

Comelec urges aspirants not to wait for Oct. 8 to file COCs

Pia Piquero 10/06/2024

CEBU CITY, Philippines – An official of the Commission on Elections in Central Visayas is urging those who intend to seek elective posts next year not to wait for the October 8 deadline to file their Certificates…

Cebu City Comelec sees low COC filings ahead of deadline

Pia Piquero 10/06/2024

CEBU CITY, Philippines — The Commission on Elections (Comelec) in Cebu City has recorded a lower turnout of candidates filing their certificates of candidacy (COCs) as of Saturday, October 5. In the city’s first district, the North…

Comelec to accept Guo’s COC, warns of possible disqualification

Faith Argosino 10/05/2024

MANILA, Philippines —  The Commissions on Elections (Comelec) will accept the Certificate of Candidacy (COC) of dismissed Bamban, Tarlac mayor Alice Guo for the 2025 midterm elections,  Comelec Chairman George Garcia said. Garcia, however, pointed out that this…

Furry friends join Comelec’s first day of COC filing

Charie Abarca 10/01/2024

MANILA, Philippines — Meet the K9 Units assigned to ensure safety outside the Manila Hotel’s Tent City in line with the filing of certificates of candidacy (COC) for the 2025 elections. Apart from police, navy, and Coast…

Mandauehanons to elect PB members for the first time next year

Mary Rose Sagarino 10/01/2024

MANDAUE CITY, Cebu – For the first time, Mandaue City residents will get to choose their own representatives to the Cebu Provincial Board (PB) in the 2025 midterm elections. Atty. Annafleur Gujilde, the city’s election officer, said…

Comelec: Bets have until Oct. 8 to file COCs for 2025 elections

Dexter Cabalza - Reporter / @dexcabalzaINQ 10/01/2024

MANILA, Philippines —  Political hopefuls can file their respective certificates of candidacy (COCs) before the Commission on Elections (Comelec) starting today, October 1 up to October 8 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. The Comelec was referring…

Comelec wants stricter rules to avoid another Guo case

Dianne Sampang 09/28/2024

MANILA, Philippines — Commission on Elections (Comelec) Chairman George Garcia on Friday said stricter rules on certificate of candidacy (COC) filing would help prevent material misrepresentation cases like what happened to dismissed Bamban mayor Alice Guo (real…

Central Visayas surpasses 4.3 million registered voters ahead of deadline

Niña Mae C. Oliverio 09/22/2024

CEBU CITY, Philippines — A few days before the end of voter registration on Sept. 30, the Commission on Elections (Comelec) continues to call for all unregistered voters to exercise their right to vote. As of Sept.…

How to register for the 2025 Philippine elections 

09/11/2024

Have you registered to vote in the 2025 Philippine General Elections? If not, you have still until September 30 to register.  The Commission on Elections (Comelec) has outlined the steps and requirements for registration. Here’s a guide…

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