ELECTION 2025 RESULTS: 3rd District of Leyte

LEYTE, REGION VIII Election Results (Partial, Unofficial)

Note: These results are partial and unofficial, based on data from Comelec as of May 15, 2025, at 2:41 PM. The percentages of election returns included vary by position (99.95% for Governor and Vice Governor, 306 returns for 1st District Provincial Board, and 576 returns for 2nd District Provincial Board).

Leyte’s Third District Election Results: Petiilla Secures Governor’s Seat, Javier Wins Vice Governorship

Tacloban City, Leyte – Partial, unofficial results from the May 15th elections in Leyte’s Third District show a decisive victory for Icot Petiilla of the National People’s Coalition (NPC) for Governor, and Sandy Javier, also of the NPC, for Vice Governor. The results, aggregated from 99.95% of election returns as of 2:41 PM on May 15th, indicate a significant lead for both candidates.

Petiilla garnered an impressive 660,970 votes, significantly outpacing his closest competitor, Pri Plasquita (Independent), who received 34,985 votes. In the race for Vice Governor, Javier secured 568,783 votes, solidifying his position.

The Provincial Board races also saw clear winners. Wilson Uy (NPC) took the lead in the First Provincial District with 67,331 votes, while Raissa Villasin (NPC) secured the top spot in the Second Provincial District with 108,558 votes.

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A Landslide Victory: Analyzing the Third District’s Election Results

The recent elections in Leyte’s Third District delivered a resounding victory for the NPC, showcasing the party’s strong influence in the region. The sheer margin of victory for both Governor Petiilla and Vice Governor Javier is striking, suggesting a high level of voter support and a potentially effective campaign strategy. The dominance of the NPC extends to the Provincial Board races, with Uy and Villasin securing comfortable wins in their respective districts.

Several factors could contribute to this outcome. The NPC’s platform might have resonated strongly with voters, or perhaps the candidates benefited from superior campaign organization and outreach. Further analysis is needed to fully understand the dynamics at play. However, the results clearly indicate a shift in political power within the Third District, with the NPC firmly establishing its dominance.

The relatively low vote counts for independent and other party candidates suggest a consolidated voter base leaning towards the NPC. This raises questions about the effectiveness of alternative political platforms and the need for broader engagement with the electorate. The upcoming weeks will be crucial for analyzing the detailed results and understanding the implications for the future political landscape of Leyte’s Third District. The landslide victory for the NPC presents a clear mandate, and it will be interesting to see how this translates into governance and policy in the years to come.

Provincial Board Member Election Results

Note: These results are partial and unofficial, based on data from Comelec as of May 15, 2025, 2:41 PM. The number of election returns included varies by district.

Leyte Provincial Board Elections: Close Races and Surprising Victories

Tacloban City, Leyte – The dust has settled on the Leyte Provincial Board elections, revealing a series of close races and unexpected outcomes. Preliminary, unofficial results aggregated from Comelec data as of May 15th, 2:41 PM, paint a picture of intense competition across several districts.

Third District: The Third District saw a tight race for the top spot, with Chinggay Veloso (NUP) securing victory with 53,895 votes. Alan Ang (NUP) followed closely behind with 50,551 votes, highlighting the significant support for the NUP party in this region. Bimbim Remandaban (Aksyon) secured third place with 49,158 votes.

Fourth District: The Fourth District witnessed another closely contested election. Ivan Centino (NUP) emerged victorious with 69,822 votes, but the competition was fierce. Rico Codilla (NUP) trailed closely with 67,663 votes, showcasing the strong presence of the NUP party. Indoy Arevalo (PFP) took third place with 66,126 votes, while Rex Capanas (PFP) secured 59,400 votes.

Fifth District: The Fifth District delivered a clear win for Mike Cari (NPC), who secured a commanding lead with 137,476 votes. Carlo Loreto (NPC) followed in second place with 127,472 votes. This district demonstrated a strong preference for the NPC party.

Overall Analysis: The elections revealed a dynamic political landscape in Leyte, with close races and a noticeable presence of both the NUP and NPC parties. While the NUP party secured victories in the Third and Fourth Districts, the NPC party dominated in the Fifth District. These results underscore the importance of voter engagement and the diverse political preferences within the province. Further analysis will be needed to fully understand the factors that contributed to these outcomes. The official results, once announced by the Comelec, will provide a definitive conclusion to this exciting election cycle.

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Note: The image also includes the second-place candidates for each district, but for brevity, I’ve only included the winners in this table. The data is based on partial, unofficial results as of May 15, 2025, 2:41 PM.Share

Leyte’s Congressional Race: A Tight Finish in Region VIII

Tacloban City, Leyte – The dust has settled on the recent Congressional elections in Leyte’s Region VIII, revealing a series of close races and decisive victories. Preliminary, unofficial results, aggregated from Comelec data as of May 15th, 2:41 PM, paint a picture of dynamic political shifts.

The races for the five legislative districts saw a mix of familiar faces and newcomers vying for power. In a closely contested battle, Martin Romualdez (LAKAS) secured a commanding lead in the First District, garnering 177,486 votes. Similarly, Lolita Karen Javier (NP) clinched victory in the Second District with 177,875 votes, narrowly edging out her opponent, Abet Hidalgo (IND), who received 44,387 votes.

The Third District witnessed a tighter race between Anna Veloso-Tuazon (NUP) and Wingwing Veloso (PFP). Veloso-Tuazon emerged victorious with 57,303 votes, while Veloso secured 49,861 votes. In the Fourth District, Richard Gomez (PFP) secured a substantial win with 172,315 votes, leaving Ching Veloso (NUP) behind with 130,210 votes. Finally, Carl Cari (LAKAS) took the lead in the Fifth District, receiving 154,025 votes, while Levito Baligod (IND) trailed with 48,806 votes.

These results, based on partial and unofficial data, represent a snapshot of the election outcome. Official results are still pending, but these figures offer a compelling glimpse into the political landscape of Leyte’s Region VIII. The close margins in several districts highlight the intensity of the competition and the engagement of the electorate. Further analysis will be needed to fully understand the factors that influenced these outcomes.

 list of the cities and municipalities from Leyte, Region VIII.

• Abuyog
• Alangalang
• Albuera
• Babatngon
• Barugo
• Bato
• Burauen
• Calubian
• Capoocan
• Carigara
• City Of Baybay
• Dagami
• Dulag
• Hilongos
• Hindang
• Inopacan
• Isabel
• Jaro
• Javier
• Julita
• Kananga
• La Paz
• Leyte
• MacArthur
• Mahaplaag
• Matag-ob
• Matolom
• Maybanga
• Merida
• Palo
• Palompon
• Pastrana
• San Isidro
• San Miguel
• Santa Fe
• Tabango
• Tabontabon
• Tanauan
• Tolosa
• Tunga
• Villaba

Important Note: The image only shows the percentage of election reporting completion for each location (mostly 100%, except for Matag-ob at 96%). It provides no information about actual election results or vote counts.Share

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