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Edwin Santiago

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Edwin Santiago
Santiago in 2022
Santiago in 2022
32nd 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
Mayor Oscar Rodriguez
Preceded by Tiger Lagman
Succeeded by Jaime Lazatin
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
Party KAMBILAN (2018–present)
Other political
affiliations
Liberal (2009–2018)
Lakas (until 2009)
Spouse Ma. Luisa Manalansan Baltazar
Children 2
Alma mater Mapúa Institute of Technology
Occupation Mechanical engineer, Politician

Edwin "EDSA" David Santiago (born June 21, 1957), also known by his initials EDSA, is a Filipino politician and 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.

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

On June 19, 2020, former Barangay Dolores chairman Melchor Caluag filed a complaint against Santiago for graft charges for overpriced goods.[2][3]

Personal life

Edwin 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

  1. Back to citation Pangilinan, Ching (June 5, 2022). "Behind the CSFP Giant Lantern and Tourist Information Center". SunStar. Retrieved September 27, 2024.
  2. Back to citation Ocampo Flora, Ian (June 20, 2020). "Former village chief files Ombudsman raps against CSF mayor, 4 other officials". SunStar. Retrieved August 9, 2020.
  3. Back to citation "San Fernando, Pampanga mayor charged with Ombudsman". read.cash. Retrieved August 9, 2020.
  4. Back to citation "City Mayor – Edwin Santiago". San Fernando Official Website.