Edwin Jubahib | |
|---|---|
 Jubahib in 2023 | |
| Governor of Davao del Norte | |
| Assumed office June 30, 2019 (Suspended since April 8, 2024) | |
| Vice Governor | De Carlo Uy |
| Preceded by | Antonio Rafael del Rosario |
| Succeeded by | De Carlo Uy (as acting governor) |
| Personal details | |
| Born | Panabo, Davao del Norte, Philippines |
| Political party | PFP (2023–present) |
| Other political affiliations | Reporma (2021–2023) PDP–Laban (2018–2021) |
| Alma mater | University of Mindanao |
Edwin Ignacio Jubahib[1] is a Filipino politician serving as governor of Davao del Norte since 2019.[2] He was also the personal assistant of congressman and former speaker Pantaleon Alvarez.[3][4]
A film based on his life titled Kuya is currently in production.[5]
Early life
Jubahib was born to an indigent family of farmers in Barangay New Visayas, Panabo, Davao (now Davao del Norte). He studied at New Visayas Elementary School and Panabo Provincial High School while supplementing his family's income through farmwork, selling vegetables, and other odd jobs. He earned his Bachelor of Science degree in criminology from the University of Mindanao in nearby Davao City. He then worked for a bus company starting as a conductor and was promoted to inspector, and later assistant operations manager. In 2004, he went to Japan after securing an apprenticeship in technical engineering. Upon his return to the Philippines, he started his construction company.[6]
Political career
In 2010, Jubahib served as regional campaign manager of Senator Manny Villar's presidential campaign. During that time, he met and befriended politician Pantaleon Alvarez. He then worked as Alvarez's personal assistant.[6]
In 2018, Congressman Alvarez and PDP–Laban fielded Jubahib as their gubernatorial candidate for the 2019 elections.[7] Jubahib defeated Rodolfo "Rodney" del Rosario Jr., ending the Del Rosario political dynasty's 40-year rule in Davao del Norte.[8]
On April 8, 2024,[9] the office of President Bongbong Marcos imposed a 60-day preventive suspension on Jubahib after complaints were filed against him for "misuse of authority, potential oppression, and the utilization of government funds to advance the interests of a private company.".[10] Jubahib called the charges politically motivated and said that he would defy the order. His supporters subsequently occupied the Provincial Capitol in Tagum to prevent the suspension from being implemented.[11] His deputy Vice Governor De Carlo Uy would assume the role of acting governor on April 11, 2024.[12]
Electoral history
| Party | Candidate | Votes | % | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PDP–Laban | Edwin Jubahib | 280,335 | 62.25 | |
| HNP | Rodolfo del Rosario Jr. | 169,982 | 37.75 | |
| Total votes | 450,317 | 100.00 | ||
| Party | Candidate | Votes | % | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Reporma | Edwin Jubahib | 310,947 | 60.9% | |
| HNP | Roy Catalan | 202,112 | 39.4% | |
| Total votes | 513,059 | 100.00 | ||
References
- ^ Placido, Dharel (April 17, 2019). "Sara Duterte downplays rift among local, national allies". ABS-CBN News. Archived from the original on February 3, 2020. Retrieved May 20, 2022.
- ^ "Floirendo, del Rosario lose hold on Davao del Norte". www.pna.gov.ph. Retrieved August 12, 2019.
- ^ Revita, Juliet C. (May 10, 2019). "Guv's aide denies corruption allegations". Sunstar. Retrieved August 12, 2019.
- ^ Duron-Abangan, Jeanevive (June 14, 2019). "New Davao Norte governor vows longer service hours, more 'bayanihan'". pia.gov.ph. Retrieved August 12, 2019.
- ^ Gonzales, Rommel (July 16, 2023). "Christian Vazquez grateful for being part of 2 shows that are presently airing on ABS-CBN, GMA-7". PEP.ph (in English and Filipino). Philippine Entertainment Portal Inc. Retrieved August 3, 2023.
Ang Kuya: The Governor Edwin Jubahib Story as [sic] isang biopic movie na pagbibidahan ng award-winning actor na si Richard Quan, sa direksiyon ni Francis 'Jun' Posadas.
- ^ a b "Revolutionizing public service". SunStar Davao. June 29, 2019. Archived from the original on July 9, 2019. Retrieved May 20, 2022.
- ^ Mellejor, Lilian (October 12, 2018). "Floirendo seeks reelection for Davao Norte 2nd district". Philippine News Agency. Archived from the original on March 25, 2019. Retrieved May 20, 2022.
- ^ Mellejor, Lilian (May 15, 2019). "Floirendo, del Rosario lose hold on Davao del Norte". Philippine News Agency. Archived from the original on March 25, 2022. Retrieved May 20, 2022.
- ^ Lim, Frinston (12 April 2024). "Davao del Norte gov vows to defy suspension". Philippine Daily Inquirer. Retrieved 13 April 2024.
- ^ "Davao del Norte gov suspended, cries harassment". GMA News. 11 April 2024. Retrieved 11 April 2024.
- ^ "Davao del Norte governor defies Palace suspension order, points to Lagdameo". Rappler. 11 April 2024. Retrieved 11 April 2024.
- ^ Patumbon, Rojean Grace (11 April 2024). "Vice Gov. Uy to temporarily replace Jubahib as DavNor guv". SunStar. SunStar Publishing. Retrieved 13 April 2024.
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