Jhong Ceniza
Jhong Ceniza | |
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.jpg) Official portrait, 2025 | |
| Member of the Philippine House of Representatives of the Davao de Oro's 2nd congressional district | |
| Assumed office June 30, 2025 | |
| Preceded by | Ruwel Peter Gonzaga |
| Mayor of Pantukan, Davao de Oro | |
| In office June 30, 2022 – June 30, 2025 | |
| Vice Mayor | Mating Arancon |
| Preceded by | Roberto Yugo |
| Succeeded by | Oliver D. Ceniza |
| Personal details | |
| Born | December 23, 1979 |
| Party | Lakas (2025–present) |
Other political affiliations | Independent (2024–2025) PDP (2021–2024) |
| Spouse | Jella Pahati Ceniza |
| Occupation | Politician |
| Nickname | Jhong |
Leonel "Jhong" Domo-ong Ceniza (born December 23, 1979) is a Filipino politician currently serving as the representative of Davao de Oro's 2nd congressional district since 2025.[1] He previously served as mayor of Pantukan, Davao de Oro, from 2022 to 2025.[2][3][4]
Ceniza supported the second impeachment of Vice President Sara Duterte in 2026, and was one of five congressmen from Davao Region to vote in favor of impeachment.
Early life
Political career
Ceniza was elected mayor of Pantukan, Davao de Oro in 2022 under PDP-Laban, defeating Hugpong ng Pagbabago candidate Chino Sarenas and Reform PH Party candidate Rasad Sawat. Ceniza served as mayor from 2022 to 2025.
In the 2025 elections, Ceniza ran as an independent candidate for representative of the 2nd district of Davao de Oro and won, defeating Partido Federal ng Pilipinas candidate Butchoy Taojo.[6] Two weeks prior to taking office, he became a member of the Lakas party under the leadership of Rep. Martin Romualdez.[7] Ceniza and Davao del Norte's 1st District Representative De Carlo Uy were later appointed as the Assistant Majority Floor Leader of the House on July 28, 2025.[8]
In May 2026, Ceniza voted "yes" to the second impeachment of Vice President Sara Duterte, becoming one of five representatives from Davao Region to vote in favor of impeachment.[9]
Personal life
Ceniza is married to Jella Pahati Ceniza.
References
- ↑ "House of Representatives 20TH CONGRESS". congress.gov.ph. 2025. Retrieved September 11, 2025.
- ↑ Rappler – Profile: Leonel Domo-Ong Ceniza
- ↑ "Hon. CENIZA, LEONEL "JHONG" D." House of Representatives of the Philippines. Retrieved September 11, 2025.
- ↑ "Ceniza's congressional bid—driven by public service or personal ambition?". Edge Davao. March 16, 2025. Retrieved September 11, 2025.
- ↑ "Leonel Domo-Ong Ceniza". Rappler. September 6, 2025. Retrieved September 12, 2025.
- ↑ "Halalan 2025 DAVAO DE ORO, REGION XI Election Results". ABS-CBN News. May 15, 2025. Retrieved May 14, 2026.
- ↑ Lalu, Gabriel Pabico (June 16, 2025). "Two more incoming solons join Lakas-CMD; strength now at 110". Inquirer.net. Manila, Philippines. Retrieved May 14, 2026.
- ↑ Francisquete, David Ezra M. (July 31, 2025). "4 Davao lawmakers clinch key posts in 20th Congress". SunStar Publishing Inc. Retrieved September 11, 2025.
- ↑ de Leon, Dwight; Bolledo, Jairo (May 13, 2026). "How did lawmakers vote on Sara Duterte's second impeachment?". Rappler. Manila, Philippines. Retrieved May 13, 2026.