Edwin "EDSA" David Santiago (born June 21, 1957), also known by his initials EDSA, is a Filipino politician and professional mechanical engineer who served as the mayor of City of San Fernando, Pampanga from 2013 until 2022. He previously served as Vice Mayor under Oscar Rodriguez from 2004 until 2013, and Councilor from 1988 until 1998.
Edwin Santiago | |
|---|---|
| Mayor of San Fernando, Pampanga | |
| In office June 30, 2013 – June 30, 2022 | |
| Vice Mayor | Jaime Lazatin |
| Preceded by | Oscar Rodriguez |
| Succeeded by | Vilma Caluag |
| Vice Mayor of San Fernando, Pampanga | |
| In office June 30, 2004 – June 30, 2013 | |
| Member of the San Fernando, Pampanga Municipal Council | |
| In office 1988 – June 30, 1998 | |
| Personal details | |
| Born | Edwin David Santiago June 21, 1957 San Fernando, Pampanga, Philippines |
| Political party | KAMBILAN |
| Other political affiliations | Liberal |
| Spouse | Ma. Luisa Manalansan Baltazar |
| Children | 2 |
| Alma mater | Mapúa Institute of Technology |
| Occupation | Mechanical engineer, Politician |
On May 27, 2023, Santiago launched his project, Paskuhan Village's City of San Fernando Giant Lantern and Tourist Information Center as testament to Kapampangan heritage and realization of SFP as Home of the Giant Lanterns.[1]
Controversies
editOn June 19, 2020, former Barangay Dolores chairman Melchor Santos Caluag filed a complaint against Santiago for graft charges for overpriced goods.[2][3]
Personal life
editEdwin Santiago is the son of Benjamin Naluz Santiago and Florencia Yusi David. He is married to Ma. Luisa Manalansan Baltazar, and they have two children: Pamela and Kristine.[4]
References
edit- ^ Pangilinan, Ching (June 5, 2022). "Behind the CSFP Giant Lantern and Tourist Information Center". SunStar. Retrieved September 27, 2024.
- ^ Ocampo Flora, Ian (June 20, 2020). "Former village chief files Ombudsman raps against CSF mayor, 4 other officials". SunStar. Retrieved August 9, 2020.
- ^ "San Fernando, Pampanga mayor charged with Ombudsman". read.cash. Retrieved August 9, 2020.
- ^ "City Mayor – Edwin Santiago". San Fernando Official Website.
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