Written by: L. Boltiador | Photos by: A. Abutazil

The Vice Mayors’ League of the Philippines (VMLP) – Zamboanga Peninsula successfully conducted its Regional Election for the Term 2025-2028, on October 3, 2025, at Top Plaza Hotel, Dipolog City.

Provincial Director Mario A. Baterna of DILG Zamboanga del Norte, representing Assistant Regional Director and DILG IX Officer-in-Charge Engr. Carmelo Enrique B. Libot, presided over the election and ensured its smooth and orderly conduct. He was ably assisted by DILG Regional Office IX personnel, Atty. Lisanie O. Carpio and LGOO VI Lizzette Regine R. Boltiador.

The event brought together vice mayors from across Region IX to select their new set of leaders, affirming the League’s commitment to strengthening local governance and fostering unity among its members.