Officials in the Philippines say former President Rodrigo Duterte has registered to run for mayor of his southern home city despite his notorious legacy over his brutal anti-drug crackdown that the International Criminal Court is investigating as a possible crime against humanity.

Former Philippines president Rodrigo Duterte registered his candidacy on Monday (Oct 7) to run for mayor of the southern city of Davao in midterm polls due next year. Read more at The Business Times.

Former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte on Monday filed his candidacy for mayor in his bailiwick, the southern city of Davao, according to his close aide, Senator Bong Go.

Former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte on Monday officially filed his candidacy for mayor in his bailiwick, the southern city of Davao, according to a report, citing his close aide Senator Bong G

Former President Rodrigo Duterte is running for mayor in Davao City with his son, incumbent Mayor Sebastian Duterte, as running mate.

If elected, the 79-year-old will be expected to serve a six-year term as senator until June 2031.Former President Rodrigo Duterte has formalized his bid as mayor of Davao City in next year's elections,

The filing marks the ex-leader’s return to politics, opting to run for a local post he once held instead of a national seat. His son, incumbent Davao Mayor Sebastian Duterte, filed his candidacy for vice-mayor, GMA News reported separately.

Former President Rodrigo Duterte has filed his certificate of candidacy to run for mayor of Davao City. According to GMA Regional TV One Mindanao, Duterte filed his COC at the Commission on Elections office in the city. Duterte was the longtime mayor of Davao City before he ran and won the presidency in 2016. —NB, GMA Integrated News

Paolo has been the representative of Davao City's first district since the 2019 elections. The incumbent lawmaker's decision to run for re-election ends speculation of his political plans for next year's polls.