Akbayan names Chel Diokno as first nominee in 2025 reelection bid

MANILA, Philippines – Akbayan Partylist has named human rights lawyer Chel Diokno as its first nominee in its reelection bid at the House of Representatives next year.

The party announced Diokno’s nomination on Saturday, September 28, after members voted for him during a special congress.

Diokno, who was previously rumored to be eyeing third try for the Senate in 2025, was sworn in as a member of the democratic socialist party on September 17.

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