Abeng Remulla
Abeng Remulla | |
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.jpg) Remulla in 2023 | |
| Governor-elect of Cavite | |
| Assuming office June 30, 2025 | |
| Vice Governor | Ram Revilla |
| Succeeding | Athena Tolentino |
| Member of the Cavite Provincial Board from the 7th district | |
| Assumed office March 16, 2023 Serving with Raymundo Del Rosario | |
| Personal details | |
| Born | Francisco Gabriel Diaz Remulla May 25, 1993 Ermita, Manila, Philippines |
| Political party | NUP |
| Spouse | Francesca Angela Tueres |
| Parent |
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| Relatives | Crispin Diego Remulla (brother) |
| Alma mater | University of the Philippines Diliman (BA) |
| Occupation | Politician |
Francisco Gabriel "Abeng" Diaz Remulla (born May 25, 1993) is a Filipino politician who is the governor-elect of Cavite. A member of the National Unity Party, he has served as a member of the Cavite Provincial Board for the seventh district since 2023.
Born to a political family based in Cavite, Remulla studied public administration at the University of the Philippines Diliman. After graduating, he held senior roles in the offices of his father, Jesus Crispin, before succeeding his brother, Crispin Diego, in the provincial board. Following the appointment of his uncle Jonvic to the cabinet of Bongbong Marcos, he ran for governor of Cavite in the 2025 election and won, facing only minimal opposition.
Early life and career
[edit]Francisco Gabriel "Abeng" Diaz Remulla was born on May 25, 1993, in Ermita, Manila.[1] He is one of the five children of longtime politician Jesus Crispin Remulla, who was serving as a member of the Cavite Provincial Board at the time of his birth.[1] A member of a political dynasty based in Cavite, Abeng is related to various politicians holding local and national positions, including his brother Crispin Diego, who has served as the representative for Cavite's seventh district since 2023.[2]
Remulla studied public administration at the University of the Philippines Diliman.[3][4] After obtaining his degree, he worked as the executive assistant to his father when he served as governor from 2016 to 2019.[3] After his father was elected to the House of Representatives in 2019, he became his chief of staff, serving until he left office in June 2022 to serve as secretary of justice.[3]
After Crispin Diego resigned as a board member after being elected in the 2023 special election to succeed their father in the lower house, the National Unity Party appointed Remulla to serve out his term.[5][6] He was sworn in as a board member for the seventh district on March 16, 2023.[5]
Governor of Cavite (from 2025)
[edit]Election
[edit]Remulla's uncle, Jonvic, who had served as governor since 2019, originally planned to run for reelection for a third term but withdrew his candidacy after President Bongbong Marcos appointed him as the secretary of the interior and local government.[7] His successor, Athena Tolentino, chose not to seek a full term as governor and retired.[8] Following their withdrawals, Remulla declared his bid for the province's governorship and filed his candidacy on October 8.[9][10] Fellow Board Member Ram Revilla, not to be confused with the actor of the same name, ran as his running mate and was unopposed in the vice gubernatorial election.[11][12]
During the campaign, Remulla sought to distinguish himself from his relatives by pursuing a leadership style distinct from past governors from his family.[13] He defended his family's dynastic presence in provincial politics, stating that their constituents are happy with the projects that they have implemented while in power.[14] Addressing the issue of crime, Remulla pledged to develop a centralized 911 mobile app to streamline emergency response.[15] For the Senate election, he endorsed the candidacy of former Senator Francis Pangilinan, which publications deemed was key to a cross-regional coalition that contributed to Pangilinan's eventual victory.[16][17]
With dynastic ties and facing only token opposition, media outlets regarded Remulla as the favorite to win the gubernatorial election.[18] He was handily elected in the May 12 election, receiving 73.56% of the vote.[19][20] His victory was proclaimed the following day, and he promptly became governor-elect.[21]
Tenure
[edit]Remulla will be sworn in as the 34th governor of Cavite on June 30, 2025.
Personal life
[edit]Remulla is a member of the Upsilon Sigma Phi.[22] He is married to Francesca Angela Tueres.[1]
Electoral history
[edit]| Year | Office | Party | Votes received | Result | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | % | P. | Swing | |||||
| 2025 | Governor of Cavite | NUP | 1,058,412 | 73.56% | 1st | — | Won | |
References
[edit]- ^ a b c "Francisco Gabriel Diaz Remulla". RAPPLER. 2025-05-12. Retrieved 2025-06-15.
- ^ Go, Miriam Grace (2022-05-20). "Political Dynasties 2022: Revillas now the largest in Cavite". RAPPLER. Archived from the original on 2025-05-23. Retrieved 2025-06-15.
- ^ a b c Delizo, Michael (March 16, 2023). "Remulla's son Abeng designated as Cavite's 7th district board member". ABS-CBN News. Archived from the original on April 15, 2023. Retrieved April 15, 2023.
- ^ de Leon, Dwight (2025-05-12). "Abeng Remulla sweeps Cavite gubernatorial race". RAPPLER. Archived from the original on 2025-05-12. Retrieved 2025-06-15.
- ^ a b "NUP designated SOJ Remulla's son Abeng as Cavite board member — Gov. Jonvic". GMA News Online. GMA Integrated News. March 16, 2023. Retrieved April 15, 2023.
- ^ Rita, Joviland (2023-03-16). "NUP designated SOJ Remulla's son Abeng as Cavite board member — Gov. Jonvic". GMA News Online. Retrieved 2025-06-15.
- ^ Abrina, Dennis (October 8, 2024). "Jonvic Remulla, Athena Tolentino drop reelection bids as Cavite gov, VG". Rappler. Archived from the original on October 8, 2024. Retrieved October 8, 2024.
- ^ Esguerra, Darryl John (October 8, 2024). "Tolentino is new Cavite governor". Philippine Daily Inquirer. Archived from the original on October 8, 2024. Retrieved October 8, 2024.
- ^ Go, Miriam Grace (2024-10-08). "As Jonvic Remulla exits race, nephew runs for Cavite governor". RAPPLER. Archived from the original on 2024-12-10. Retrieved 2025-06-15.
- ^ Laqui, Ian (2024-10-08). "Justice chief's son bids for Cavite gubernatorial seat". Philstar.com. Retrieved 2025-06-15.
- ^ Abrina, Dennis (2024-10-12). "Ram Revilla unopposed in Cavite". The Manila Times. Retrieved 2025-06-15.
- ^ "Ramon Vicente Hernandez Bautista". RAPPLER. 2025-06-21. Retrieved 2025-06-21.
- ^ Deña, Carla Bauto (2025-05-12). "Cavite gubernatorial bet Abeng Remulla hopes to forge own leadership path if elected". Manila Bulletin. Retrieved 2025-06-15.
- ^ de Leon, Dwight (2025-04-20). "Abeng Remulla on 'dynasty' tag: People won't elect us if they're not happy with our programs". RAPPLER. Archived from the original on 2025-05-24. Retrieved 2025-06-15.
- ^ de Leon, Dwight (2025-04-14). "Cavite gubernatorial bet Abeng Remulla promises 911 app to address crime". RAPPLER. Archived from the original on 2025-06-06. Retrieved 2025-06-15.
- ^ Escosio, Jan (2025-05-10). "Pangilinan secures endorsements from Remulla of Cavite after Cebu support". Inquirer.net. Archived from the original on 2025-05-14. Retrieved 2025-06-15.
- ^ "Abeng Remulla endorses Kiko Pangilinan's Senate comeback at Cavite rally". Daily Tribune. 2025-05-10. Archived from the original on 2025-05-13. Retrieved 2025-06-15.
- ^ de Leon, Dwight (2025-03-04). "2025 polls in Cavite: Few competitive races, most dynasties have no contest". RAPPLER. Archived from the original on 2025-04-05. Retrieved 2025-06-15.
- ^ Ferreras, Vince Angelo (2025-05-13). "Abeng Remulla proclaimed as Cavite governor". GMA News Online. Retrieved 2025-06-15.
- ^ Laqui, Ian (2025-05-13). "Revillas poised to take vice-governor, 2 House posts in unofficial count". Philstar.com. Retrieved 2025-06-15.
- ^ Deña, Carla Bauto (2025-05-13). "Winning Cavite provincial leaders, district reps proclaimed". Manila Bulletin. Archived from the original on 2025-06-12. Retrieved 2025-06-15.
- ^ Magadia, Carl (2025-05-15). "Upsilonians secure key wins in 2025 midterm elections". Daily Tribune. Archived from the original on 2025-05-16. Retrieved 2025-06-15.
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