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Digong Duterte vs ex-CSC chair Nograles in Davao City mayoralty race
Former Civil Service Commission Chair Karlo Alexei Nograles has filed his certificate of candidacy (COC) for mayor of Davao City, setting up a high-profile showdown against former president Rodrigo Duterte in the 2025 local elections.
Nograles resigned from his CSC post with five years left in his term, stating his desire to return to local politics and improve the lives of Dabawenyos.
He previously served as Davao 1st District representative from 2010 to 2019 and aims to address issues such as flooding and streamline government services.
Rodrigo Duterte filed his COC on October 7, running with his son, incumbent Mayor Sebastian Duterte, citing strong public support and a focus on curbing drugs and crime.
Karlo Nograles also served as Cabinet Secretary and acting Presidential Spokesperson during Duterte's presidency.
Nograles' sister, Puwersa ng Bayaning Atleta Party-list Rep. Margarita Nograles, filed her COC for Davao City's 1st District, challenging incumbent Rep. Paolo Duterte.
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Former President Rodrigo Duterte, 79, has filed his certificate of candidacy to run for Davao City mayor in the May 2025 elections.
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Former CSC chairman Karlo Alexei Nograles filed his candidacy for Davao City mayor, challenging the Duterte family's political hold on the city.
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Karlo Nograles has resigned as the chairperson of the Civil Service Commission (CSC), as confirmed by Press Secretary Cesar Chavez.
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Former Vice President Leni Robredo filed her certificate of candidacy (COC) for Naga City mayor on Saturday, October 5, under the Liberal Party.
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Paolo "Pulong" Duterte, the eldest son of former President Rodrigo Duterte, has officially filed his certificate of candidacy to run for a third and final term as the representative of Davao's 1st District.
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