Broadcaster Raffy Tulfo on Saturday filed his certificate of candidacy (COC) for senator in the May 2022 elections. The TV and radio anchor popularly known as "Idol" went to Comelec tent at the Sofitel Philippine Plaza to pushed through with his senatorial bid a day after saying goodbye to his show.
He will be running as an independent candidate. Tulfo was accompanied by his wife rep. Jocelyn Tulfo (ACT-CIS).
Tulfo revealed that he was previously asked by Sen. Manny Pacquiao's camp and Sen. Ping Lacson to join them, but he denied there request.
"Hindi lang sa Lacson group, maging sa Pacquiao group at marami pang iba. pero minarapat kong maging independent. Magalang ko silang tinanggihan," said Tulfo.
"Hindi sapat because kung minsan, may mga batas na pumipigil sa akin na gawin ang nararapat na tulong para sa mga maliliit nating kababayan," Tulfo was quoted as saying.
He also expressed confidence that his large online followers will support his political ambition.
Tulfo became emotional for his farewell speech on his program on Friday. He thanked his fans and colleagues for their continued support and hard work.
Raffy Tulfo in Action Facebook page boost over 18 million followers, while 21-million followers in his YouTube channel.
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