Incumbent Iloilo City Mayor Jerry Treñas has decided to no longer seek reelection in the 2025 midterm elections.
The surprise move was announced by Treñas, who is on his second term, on Thursday, Oct. 3, following a meeting with Congresswoman Jamjam Baronda’s camp.
“It has been my greatest honor to serve as your City Mayor. While it has been my intention to finish my term, I believe it is in the best interest of Team Uswag and the city for me to stand down and to focus on fulfilling my duties as City Mayor for the remainder of my term,” the mayor said in a statement.
Treñas was first elected as mayor of the city in 2001 and completed three terms in 2010. He returned to office in 2019.
The mayor endorsed his daughter and executive assistant, Raisa Treñas, for the mayoral race next year.
“In the spirit of unity, we are joining forces with Cong. Jam Baronda as Representative of the Lone District, and my daughter Raisa for Mayor,” Treñas said.
Meanwhile, the mayor sought prayers from the public for his full recovery after he underwent an operation.
“Padayon ako nga nagapa-ayo gikan sa bile duct operation. Please continue to include me in your prayers,” Treñas said.IMT
