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Ex-barangay chief challenges Imelda Marcos for Ilocos Norte governor

Before Jesus Arimbuyotan filed his certificate of candidacy, the former first lady was uncontested to replace her daughter, Governor Imee Marcos

Frank Cimatu

Published 7:48 PM, October 17, 2018

Updated 7:59 PM, October 17, 2018

DAUGHTER’S POST. Ilocos Norte congresswoman Imelda Marcos on October 16, 2018, accompanies to the poll body in Manila her eldest daughter, senatorial hopeful Imee, whom she seeks to replace as governor. Photo by Jire Carreon/Rappler

ILOCOS SUR, Philippines – Shortly before the period for filing of certificates of candidacy (COC) closed on Wednesday afternoon, October 17, congresswoman Imelda Marcos ceased being the uncontested nominee for governor of Ilocos Norte.

Jesus Arimbuyotan, former chairperson of Barangay Bengcag in Laoag City, filed his COC for governor under PDP-Laban.

Imelda, currenly representative of the province's second district, earlier filed her candidacy through lawyer Roxanne Castro.

She is seeking to replace her oldest daughter, Governor Imee, who is is running for senator.

Imelda's running mate is her grandson, Imee's son, Matthew Manotoc, who is currently a provincial board member. – Rappler.com