Rep. Paolo Duterte makes surprise appearance at campaign rally in Davao City

DAVAO CITY - First Congressional District Rep. Paolo “Pulong” Duterte surprised his supporters on Friday night, April 11, at the Hugpong sa Tawong Lungsod (HTL) campaign rally at the Royal Valley, Bangkal in Barangay Talomo Proper, reaffirming his commitment to re-election bid.

The lawmaker addressed the crowd at the Royal Valley Gym with a mix of gratitude, humor, and strong political statements, reinforcing his commitment to the HTL party, his constituents in the first district, and the people of Davao.

Rigo Duterte refutes claims of First District Office closure

DAVAO CITY – Rodrigo “Rigo” Duterte II, son of First District Representative Paolo Duterte, refuted accusations by a local candidate claiming that the congressional office has been closed due to the congressman’s absence.

Speaking before the crowd at the Barangay 5-A covered court during the Hugpong sa Tawong Lungsod Party Campaign Rally on April 2, Rigo dismissed the claims, explaining that his father had to leave Davao City for a while for family matters.