# 2025 Philippine local elections in the Bicol Region

The 2025 Philippine local elections in the Bicol Region are scheduled to be held on May 12, 2025.

## Albay
### Governor of Albay

Incumbent Edcel Greco Lagman (Partido Federal ng Pilipinas) was initially running for a first full term. However, Lagman withdrew his candidacy on December 5, 2024, and endorsed Noel Rosal (Partido Demokratiko Pilipino) for governor. Lagman became governor on December 1, 2022, after Rosal's election as governor in 2022 was nullified by the Commission on Elections for violating a public spending ban during the election. On October 18, 2024, the Office of the Ombudsman suspended Lagman over graft and corruption charges. Glenda Bongao became acting governor.
| Candidate | Candidate | Party |
| | Edcel Greco Lagman (incumbent) | Partido Federal ng Pilipinas |
| | Noel Rosal | Partido Demokratiko Pilipino |
| | Joey Salceda | Lakas–CMD |
| | Rosaler Sara Jr. | Independent |
| Total |||
| Source: Commission on Elections |||

### Vice Governor of Albay

Incumbent Glenda Bongao (Liberal Party) is retiring. Bongao became vice governor on December 1, 2022, after Edcel Greco Lagman became governor upon the nullification of Noel Rosal's election. On October 18, 2024, Bongao became acting governor after Lagman was suspended by the Office of the Ombudsman. Rey Bragais became acting vice governor.
| Candidate | Candidate | Party |
| | Jun Alegre | Partido Demokratiko Pilipino |
| | Te Arandia | Independent |
| | Diday Co | Lakas–CMD |
| | Gil Goyena | Workers' and Peasants' Party |
| Total |||
| Source: Commission on Elections |||

### Albay Provincial Board

The Albay Provincial Board is composed of 13 board members, 10 of whom are elected.
Party :
| | Katipunan ng Nagkakaisang Pilipino |
| | Lakas–CMD |
| | Liberal Party |
| | National Unity Party |
| | Partido Demokratiko Pilipino |
| | Partido Federal ng Pilipinas |
| | Independent |
| Total ||

#### Albay's 1st provincial district

Albay's 1st provincial district consists of the same area as Albay's 1st legislative district. Three board members are elected from this provincial district.
| Candidate | Candidate | Party |
| | Elmar Barreda | Liberal Party |
| | Gio Bongao | Liberal Party |
| | Coco RB Borejon | Lakas–CMD |
| | Arnaldo Bragais | Lakas–CMD |
| | Antonio Cantal | Independent |
| | Sheina Onrubia | Liberal Party |
| | Carol Ziga | Lakas–CMD |
| Total |||
| Source: Commission on Elections |||

#### Albay's 2nd provincial district

Albay's 2nd provincial district consists of the same area as Albay's 2nd legislative district. Three board members are elected from this provincial district.
| Candidate | Candidate | Party |
| | Melissa Abadeza (incumbent) | Lakas–CMD |
| | Jordan Alpajaro | Independent |
| | Glenn Casulla | Lakas–CMD |
| | Harold Imperial | Partido Demokratiko Pilipino |
| | Rudy Llosala | Partido Federal ng Pilipinas |
| | Joel Manzano | Independent |
| | Ygi Ojano | Katipunan ng Nagkakaisang Pilipino |
| Total |||
| Source: Commission on Elections |||

#### Albay's 3rd provincial district

Albay's 3rd provincial district consists of the same area as Albay's 3rd legislative district. Four board members are elected from this provincial district.
| Candidate | Candidate | Party |
| | Brayan Arandia | Lakas–CMD |
| | Herbert Borja | Partido Federal ng Pilipinas |
| | Ramonito Lauta | Independent |
| | Clara Madrid | Independent |
| | Das Maronilla | Lakas–CMD |
| | Gina Peralta | National Unity Party |
| | Prime Reluya | Partido Demokratiko Pilipino |
| | Manny Ribaya | Lakas–CMD |
| | Juan Miguel Salceda | Lakas–CMD |
| Total |||
| Source: Commission on Elections |||

## Camarines Norte
### Governor of Camarines Norte

Incumbent Ricarte Padilla (Partido Federal ng Pilipinas) is running for a second term. Padilla was elected under Aksyon Demokratiko with 51.84% of the vote in 2022.
| Candidate | Candidate | Party |
| | Romeo Balmeo | Independent |
| | Ricarte Padilla (incumbent) | Partido Federal ng Pilipinas |
| | Edgar Tallado | Nationalist People's Coalition |
| Total |||
| Source: Commission on Elections |||

### Vice Governor of Camarines Norte

Incumbent Joseph Ascutia (Liberal Party) is running for a second term. Ascutia was elected with 57.65% of the vote in 2022.
| Candidate | Candidate | Party |
| | Joseph Ascutia (incumbent) | Liberal Party |
| | John Rom | Independent |
| | Artemio Serdon Jr. | Nationalist People's Coalition |
| Total |||
| Source: Commission on Elections |||

### Camarines Norte Provincial Board

The Camarines Norte Provincial Board is composed of 14 board members, 10 of whom are elected.
Party :
| | Nacionalista Party |
| | Nationalist People's Coalition |
| | Partido Federal ng Pilipinas |
| | Independent |
| Total ||

#### Camarines Norte's 1st provincial district

Camarines Norte's 1st provincial district consists of the same area as Camarines Norte's 1st legislative district. Five board members are elected from this provincial district.
| Candidate | Candidate | Party |
| | Nardz Baning | Independent |
| | Mike Canlas | Partido Federal ng Pilipinas |
| | Aida Dasco | Nationalist People's Coalition |
| | Lukad de Lima (incumbent) | Partido Federal ng Pilipinas |
| | Marisol Diaz | Partido Federal ng Pilipinas |
| | Mike Dolera | Nationalist People's Coalition |
| | Junjun Enova | Nationalist People's Coalition |
| | Teresita Malubay (incumbent) | Partido Federal ng Pilipinas |
| | Winnie Oco (incumbent) | Partido Federal ng Pilipinas |
| | Muriel Pandi (incumbent) | Nationalist People's Coalition |
| | Bong Quibral | Nationalist People's Coalition |
| | Cecille Zabala | Independent |
| Total |||
| Source: Commission on Elections |||

#### Camarines Norte's 2nd District

Camarines Norte's 2nd provincial district consists of the same area as Camarines Norte's 2nd legislative district. Five board members are elected from this provincial district.
| Candidate | Candidate | Party |
| | Wenefredo Abanto Jr. | Nationalist People's Coalition |
| | Nol Balane | Partido Federal ng Pilipinas |
| | Joy Carranza | Nationalist People's Coalition |
| | Pol Gache (incumbent) | Partido Federal ng Pilipinas |
| | Renee Herrera | Partido Federal ng Pilipinas |
| | Meo Panotes | Independent |
| | Noel Pardo | Partido Federal ng Pilipinas |
| | Jonah Pimentel | Nacionalista Party |
| | Gerry Quiñones (incumbent) | Nationalist People's Coalition |
| | Dennis Riel | Partido Federal ng Pilipinas |
| | Arnulfo Salagoste | Nationalist People's Coalition |
| | Marlon Tejada | Nationalist People's Coalition |
| Total |||
| Source: Commission on Elections |||

## Camarines Sur
### Governor of Camarines Sur

Incumbent Luigi Villafuerte (National Unity Party) is running for the House of Representatives in Camarines Sur's 2nd legislative district. Villafuerte was elected under PDP–Laban with 52.92% of the vote in 2022.
| Candidate | Candidate | Party |
| | Bong Rodriguez | Nationalist People's Coalition |
| | Luis Raymund Villafuerte | National Unity Party |
| Total |||
| Source: Commission on Elections |||

### Vice Governor of Camarines Sur

Incumbent Sal Fortuno Jr. (National Unity Party) is running for a second term. Fortuno was elected under PDP–Laban with 52.07% of the vote in 2022.
| Candidate | Candidate | Party |
| | Belen Belano | Independent |
| | Ireneo Bongat Jr. | Independent |
| | Sal Fortuno Jr. (incumbent) | National Unity Party |
| Total |||
| Source: Commission on Elections |||

### Camarines Sur Provincial Board

The Camarines Sur Provincial Board is composed of 13 board members, 10 of whom are elected.
Party :
| | National Unity Party |
| | Nationalist People's Coalition |
| | Partido Federal ng Pilipinas |
| | Independent |
| Total ||

#### Camarines Sur's 1st provincial district

Camarines Sur's 1st provincial district consists of the same area as Camarines Sur's 1st legislative district. One board member is elected from this provincial district.
| Candidate | Candidate | Party |
| | Bobby Matamorosa | Nationalist People's Coalition |
| | Warren Señar (incumbent) | National Unity Party |
| Total |||
| Source: |||

#### Camarines Sur's 2nd provincial district

Camarines Sur's 2nd provincial district consists of the same area as Camarines Sur's 2nd legislative district. Two board members are elected from this provincial district.
| Candidate | Candidate | Party |
| | Angel Hernandez | National Unity Party |
| | Boboy Nopra | National Unity Party |
| | Juno Patrick Oriño | Partido Federal ng Pilipinas |
| Total |||
| Source: Commission on Elections |||

#### Camarines Sur's 3rd provincial district

Camarines Sur's 3rd provincial district consists of the same area as Camarines Sur's 3rd legislative district excluding the city of Naga. Two board members are elected from this provincial district.
| Candidate | Candidate | Party |
| | Emelita Benitez | Independent |
| | Ruben Catimbang | Independent |
| | Pol Manaog (incumbent) | National Unity Party |
| | Vanessa Señar (incumbent) | National Unity Party |
| | Randy Villaralbo | Independent |
| Total |||
| Source: Commission on Elections |||

#### Camarines Sur's 4th provincial district

Camarines Sur's 4th provincial district consists of the same area as Camarines Sur's 4th legislative district. Two board members are elected from this provincial district.
| Candidate | Candidate | Party |
| | Awel Llaguno (incumbent) | Nationalist People's Coalition |
| | Beyong Panuelos | National Unity Party |
| | JJ Pilapil | Nationalist People's Coalition |
| Total |||
| Source: Commission on Elections |||

#### Camarines Sur's 5th provincial district

Camarines Sur's 5th provincial district consists of the same area as Camarines Sur's 5th legislative district. Three board members are elected from this provincial district.
| Candidate | Candidate | Party |
| | Mel Abonita | Nationalist People's Coalition |
| | Shai Noble (incumbent) | National Unity Party |
| | Regin Oliver Oliva | National Unity Party |
| | Donna Oñate (incumbent) | National Unity Party |
| Total |||
| Source: Commission on Elections |||

## Catanduanes
### Governor of Catanduanes

Incumbent Joseph Cua (Lakas–CMD) is running for mayor of Virac. Cua was re-elected under the Nationalist People's Coalition with 64.87% of the vote in 2022.
| Candidate | Candidate | Party |
| | Macky Alberto | Independent |
| | Patrick Azanza | Independent |
| | Peter Cua | Lakas–CMD |
| | Oliver Rodulfo | Independent |
| Total |||
| Source: Commission on Elections |||

### Vice Governor of Catanduanes

Incumbent Peter Cua (Lakas–CMD) is running for governor of Catanduanes. Cua was elected under PDP–Laban with 75.85% of the vote in 2022.
| Candidate | Candidate | Party |
| | Shirley Abundo | Independent |
| | Obet Fernandez | Lakas–CMD |
| Total |||
| Source: Commission on Elections |||

### Catanduanes Provincial Board

The Catanduanes Provincial Board is composed of 11 board members, eight of whom are elected.
Party :
| | Lakas–CMD |
| | Nationalist People's Coalition |
| | Independent |
| Total ||

#### Catanduanes' 1st provincial district

Catanduanes' 1st provincial district consists of the municipalities of Caramoran, San Andres and Virac. Four board members are elected from this district.
| Candidate | Candidate | Party |
| | Boboy Albaniel | Lakas–CMD |
| | Bani Balmadrid | Nationalist People's Coalition |
| | Aldrin Domanais | Independent |
| | Sonny Francisco (incumbent) | Lakas–CMD |
| | Fred Gianan | Lakas–CMD |
| | Domingo Pongan | Independent |
| | Allan Somido | Independent |
| | Jun Torres | Independent |
| | Santos Zafe (incumbent) | Lakas–CMD |
| Total |||
| Source: Commission on Elections |||

#### Catanduanes' 2nd provincial district

Catanduanes' 2nd provincial district consists of the municipalities of Bagamanoc, Baras, Bato, Gigmoto, Pandan, Panganiban, San Miguel and Viga. Four board members are elected from this district.
| Candidate | Candidate | Party |
| | Boy Balidoy (incumbent) | Lakas–CMD |
| | Fernando Chavez | Independent |
| | Roy Regalado | Independent |
| | Edwin Tanael (incumbent) | Lakas–CMD |
| | Lorenzo Templonuevo Jr. | Nationalist People's Coalition |
| | Amando Tolledo | Independent |
| | Arnel Turado | Nationalist People's Coalition |
| | Dean Vergara (incumbent) | Lakas–CMD |
| Total |||
| Source: Commission on Elections |||

## Masbate
### Governor of Masbate

Term-limited incumbent Antonio Kho (Lakas–CMD) is running for the House of Representatives in Masbate's 1st legislative district. Kho was re-elected under PDP–Laban with 57.52% of the vote in 2022.
| Candidate | Candidate | Party |
| | Richard Kho | Lakas–CMD |
| | Socrates Tuason | Liberal Party |
| Total |||
| Source: Commission on Elections |||

### Vice Governor of Masbate

Incumbent Elisa Olga Kho (Lakas–CMD) is running for the House of Representatives in Masbate's 2nd legislative district. Kho was elected under PDP–Laban with 64.43% of the vote in 2022.
| Candidate | Candidate | Party |
| | Pert Gadia | Liberal Party |
| | Fernando Talisic | Lakas–CMD |
| Total |||
| Source: Commission on Elections |||

### Masbate Provincial Board

The Masbate Provincial Board is composed of 13 board members, 10 of whom are elected.
Party :
| | Lakas–CMD |
| | Liberal Party |
| | Partido Demokratiko Pilipino |
| | Independent |
| Total ||

#### Masbate's 1st provincial district

Masbate's 1st provincial district consists of the same area as Masbate's 1st legislative district. Two board members are elected from this provincial district.
| Candidate | Candidate | Party |
| | Alfredo Alim Jr. | Lakas–CMD |
| | Nilo Cabug | Liberal Party |
| | Nonong Cantela | Lakas–CMD |
| | Antonio Mendoza Jr. | Liberal Party |
| Total |||
| Source: Commission on Elections |||

#### Masbate's 2nd provincial district

Masbate's 2nd provincial district consists of the same area as Masbate's 2nd legislative district. Four board members are elected from this provincial district.
| Candidate | Candidate | Party |
| | Juls Aguilar | Liberal Party |
| | Alex Albao | Liberal Party |
| | Gil Bayaban | Independent |
| | Allan Cos (incumbent) | Partido Demokratiko Pilipino |
| | Yong Danao | Independent |
| | Tata Danao (incumbent) | Lakas–CMD |
| | Kris Espinosa (incumbent) | Lakas–CMD |
| Total |||
| Source: Commission on Elections |||

#### Masbate's 3rd provincial district

Masbate's 3rd provincial district consists of the same area as Masbate's 3rd legislative district. Two board members are elected from this provincial district.
| Candidate | Candidate | Party |
| | Nilda Aguilar | Partido Demokratiko Pilipino |
| | Rodolfo Badillo | Liberal Party |
| | Bong Gonzales (incumbent) | Lakas–CMD |
| | Allan Lepasana (incumbent) | Lakas–CMD |
| | Ansbert Son | Lakas–CMD |
| Total |||
| Source: Commission on Elections |||

## Naga
### Mayor of Naga

Incumbent Nelson Legacion (Lakas–CMD) is running for the House of Representatives in Camarines Sur's 3rd legislative district. Legacion was re-elected under the Liberal Party with 42.98% of the vote in 2022.
| Candidate | Candidate | Party |
| | Ganda Abrazado | Independent |
| | Toots de Quiros | Independent |
| | Louie Ortega | Independent |
| | Leni Robredo | Liberal Party |
| Total |||
| Source: Commission on Elections |||

### Vice Mayor of Naga

Incumbent Nene de Asis (Liberal Party) is retiring. De Asis was re-elected with 56.21% of the vote in 2021.
| Candidate | Candidate | Party |
| | Gabriel Bordado | Liberal Party |
| | Topi Fortuna | Independent |
| | Tato Mendoza | Independent |
| | Benjamin Villafuerte | Independent |
| Total |||
| Source: Commission on Elections |||

### Naga City Council

The Naga City Council is composed of 12 councilors, 10 of whom are elected.
Party :
| | Bunyog Party |
| | Kusog Bikolandia |
| | Liberal Party |
| | National Unity Party |
| | Independent |
| Total ||
| Candidate | Candidate | Party |
| | Gayle Abonal-Gomez (incumbent) | Liberal Party |
| | Simeon Adan | Independent |
| | Jess Albeus (incumbent) | Liberal Party |
| | Miles Raquid Arroyo | Liberal Party |
| | Elmer Baldemoro | Liberal Party |
| | Gil Belen | Kusog Bikolandia |
| | Bert Benitez | Bunyog Party |
| | Toby Bongon | Independent |
| | Vito Borja II | Liberal Party |
| | Omar Buenafe (incumbent) | Liberal Party |
| | July Catimbang | Independent |
| | Malou David | Independent |
| | Ferds de Hitta | National Unity Party |
| | Jude Diokno | Independent |
| | Boboy Luntok | National Unity Party |
| | Areiz Macaraig | Liberal Party |
| | Brim Mangubat | National Unity Party |
| | CK Mendoza | Independent |
| | Frank Mendoza | Liberal Party |
| | Joeper Perez (incumbent) | Liberal Party |
| | Oying Rosales (incumbent) | Liberal Party |
| | Nono Salak | Kusog Bikolandia |
| | Hector Sales | Independent |
| | Nathan Sergio | Independent |
| | Jak Villafuerte | Independent |
| Total |||
| Source: Commission on Elections |||

## Sorsogon
### Governor of Sorsogon

Incumbent Jose Edwin Hamor (Nationalist People's Coalition) is running for a second term. Hamor was elected with 72.81% of the votes in 2022.
| Candidate | Candidate | Party |
| | Jose Edwin Hamor (incumbent) | Nationalist People's Coalition |
| | Cattleya So | Partido Federal ng Pilipinas |
| | Edwin Zuñiga | Reform PH Party |
| Total |||
| Source: Commission on Elections |||

### Vice Governor of Sorsogon

Incumbent Jun Escudero (Nationalist People's Coalition) is running for a second term. Escudero was elected with 81.28% of the votes in 2022.
| Candidate | Candidate | Party |
| | Ryan Dioneda | Independent |
| | Jun Escudero (incumbent) | Nationalist People's Coalition |
| | Willy Larosa | Reform PH Party |
| Total |||
| Source: Commission on Elections |||

### Sorsogon Provincial Board

The Sorsogon Provincial Board is composed of 13 board members, 10 of whom are elected.
Party :
| | Nationalist People's Coalition |
| | People's Reform Party |
| | Reform PH Party |
| | Independent |
| Total ||

#### Sorsogon's 1st provincial district

Sorsogon's 1st provincial district consists of the same area as Sorsogon's 1st legislative district. Five board members are elected from this provincial district.
| Candidate | Candidate | Party |
| | Ryan Aanacio | Independent |
| | Ed Atutubo (incumbent) | Nationalist People's Coalition |
| | Atan Balintong | Reform PH Party |
| | Dave Duran | Nationalist People's Coalition |
| | Nonoy Lacsa | Reform PH Party |
| | Luis Leosala Jr. | Nationalist People's Coalition |
| | Junjun Mella (incumbent) | Nationalist People's Coalition |
| | Elmer Mirandilla | People's Reform Party |
| | Nini Ravanilla (incumbent) | Nationalist People's Coalition |
| | Carol Sumangil | Reform PH Party |
| Total |||
| Source: Commission on Elections |||

#### Sorsogon's 2nd provincial district

Sorsogon's 2nd provincial district consists of the same area as Sorsogon's 2nd legislative district. Five board members are elected from this provincial district.
| Candidate | Candidate | Party |
| | Bobot Alindogan | People's Reform Party |
| | Roland Añonuevo (incumbent) | Nationalist People's Coalition |
| | Boytee Doma (incumbent) | Nationalist People's Coalition |
| | Ton Erlano | People's Reform Party |
| | Bryan Escandor | People's Reform Party |
| | Jun Glipo | Independent |
| | Jose Grafil | Independent |
| | Rene Hadap | Independent |
| | Bobot Laguna | People's Reform Party |
| | Christian Lim | Nationalist People's Coalition |
| | Jun Ong (incumbent) | Nationalist People's Coalition |
| | Dama Oro | People's Reform Party |
| | Ramil Robles (incumbent) | Nationalist People's Coalition |
| Total |||
| Source: Commission on Elections |||