Jhong Ceniza
Jhong Ceniza | |
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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 | Independent (2024–present) |
| Other political affiliations | 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]
Early life
Ceniza was born on December 23, 1979.[5]
Political career
Ceniza was elected mayor of Pantukan, Davao de Oro, serving from 2022 to 2025. In the 2025 elections, he ran as an independent candidate and won as representative of the 2nd district of Davao de Oro. Jhong and Davao del Norte's 1st District Representative De Carlo Uy were appointed as the Assistant Majority Floor Leader of the House on July 28, 2025.[6]
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.
- ^ Release, Press (March 16, 2025). "Ceniza's congressional bid—driven by public service or personal ambition?". Edge Davao. Retrieved September 11, 2025.
- ^ "Leonel Domo-Ong Ceniza". RAPPLER. September 6, 2025. Retrieved September 12, 2025.
- ^ Francisquete, David Ezra M. (July 31, 2025). "4 Davao lawmakers clinch key posts in 20th Congress". SunStar Publishing Inc. Retrieved September 11, 2025.