Antonio Kho (politician)
Antonio Kho | |
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Official portrait, 2025 | |
| Member of the House of Representatives from Masbate | |
| Assumed office June 30, 2025 | |
| Preceded by | Richard Kho |
| Constituency | 1st district |
| In office June 30, 2007 – June 30, 2013 | |
| Preceded by | Emilio Espinosa Jr. |
| Succeeded by | Elisa Olga Kho |
| Constituency | 2nd district |
| In office June 30, 1992 – June 30, 1995 | |
| Preceded by | Moises Espinosa |
| Succeeded by | Fausto Seachon Jr. |
| Constituency | 3rd district |
| 19th Governor of Masbate | |
| In office June 30, 2016 – June 30, 2025 | |
| Preceded by | Vicente Homer Revil |
| Succeeded by | Richard Kho |
| In office June 30, 1998 – June 30, 2007 | |
| Preceded by | Emilio Espinosa Jr. |
| Succeeded by | Elisa Olga Kho |
| Mayor of Masbate City | |
| In office June 30, 1995 – June 30, 1998 | |
| Mayor of Cataingan | |
| In office February 2, 1988 – June 30, 1992 | |
| Personal details | |
| Born | Antonio Tero Kho January 9, 1958[1] |
| Party | Lakas (1992–2001; 2004–2015; 2024–present) |
| Other political affiliations | PDP–Laban (2017–2024) Nacionalista (2015–2017) Reporma (2001–2004) |
| Spouse | Elisa Olga Kho |
| Children | 3, including Richard and Ara |
| Occupation | Politician, civil engineer, businessman |
Antonio Tero Kho (born January 9, 1958), also known as Tony Kho,[1] is a Filipino politician currently serving as representative of the 1st District of Masbate since 2025.[2] He has held various elective positions in Masbate, including governor, congressman, and mayor.[3][4]
Early life
Antonio Kho was born on January 9, 1958, in Cataingan, Masbate.
Political career
Kho has had a long political career in Masbate, alternating between local and congressional posts.[2]
He first entered Congress as representative of Masbate's 3rd district from 1992 to 1995. He later became governor of Masbate from 1998 to 2007 in three consecutive terms.
In 2007, he returned to Congress, this time representing Masbate's 2nd district until 2013. He then won the governorship again, serving from 2016 to 2022.[5][6][7]
In 2025, he was elected as representative of Masbate's 1st district.
Personal life
Kho is nicknamed "Tony" and hails from a political family in Masbate.[2]
References
- ^ a b "Antonio Kho". Rappler.com. Retrieved 16 March 2026.
- ^ a b c "Kho dynasty retains power in Masbate". Rappler. 2025-05-12. Retrieved 2025-09-09.
- ^ Cajegas, Suzene (11 May 2022). "Masbate's Khos win reelections, secure 3 congressional seats". Inquirer.net. Retrieved 16 March 2026.
- ^ Marcelo, Elizabeth (25 August 2024). "Masbate Governor, 9 others charged for plunder". Philstar Global. Retrieved 16 March 2026.
- ^ Pazzibugan, Dona Z. (29 November 2016). "Masbate gov charged with graft". Inquirer.net. Retrieved 16 March 2026.
- ^ Cayabyab, Marc Jayson (1 December 2016). "Masbate gov Antonio Kho posts bail in graft cases". Inquirer.net. Retrieved 16 March 2026.
- ^ Colcol, Erwin (22 March 2017). "Sandiganbayan clears Masbate gov, 2 others of graft". GMA News. Retrieved 16 March 2026.
External links
- Media related to Antonio Kho at Wikimedia Commons
- "Antonio Kho". PDP Laban. 2023-05-15. Retrieved 2025-09-09.