Plaza family of Surigao del Sur

The Agusan del Sur Plaza clan held the Butuan mayoralty 1971-1986 (Figurado) and 1992-2010 (Democrito II and his wife Leonides Theresa), and Figurado's widow Charito held the 1st district seat 1987-1998 and lost the 2025 mayoral race. Their sons now hold office in Nasipit and Loreto.

17 documented relatives · 5 currently in public office · 27 documented relationships · Province of Surigao del Sur

In Surigao del Sur the family currently holds office through Jane Valeroso Plaza (Butuan vice mayor of Carmen, Surigao del Sur (elected 2025)).

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Who they are

Roscoe Democrito Borja Plaza

Butuan mayor of Nasipit, Agusan del Norte (re-elected 2025)

In office

Sources: GMA News · It's all in the family in Caraga this May 10; PCIJ · In CARAGA, Bag-ao defeats Ecleo, but Plaza dynasty wins 5 seats across 3 provinces

See Roscoe Democrito Borja Plaza in the map →

Patricia Anne Borja Plaza “Pat”

Butuan vice governor of Agusan del Sur (elected 2025)

In office

Sources: PCIJ · In CARAGA, Bag-ao defeats Ecleo, but Plaza dynasty wins 5 seats across 3 provinces

See Patricia Anne Borja Plaza “Pat” in the map →

Jane Valeroso Plaza

Butuan vice mayor of Carmen, Surigao del Sur (elected 2025)

In office

Sources: PCIJ · In CARAGA, Bag-ao defeats Ecleo, but Plaza dynasty wins 5 seats across 3 provinces

See Jane Valeroso Plaza in the map →

Adolph Edward Galido Plaza “Eddiebong”

Representative, Agusan del Sur 2nd district

In office

Sources: MindaNews · MINDANAO 2025: Still all in the family in 23 of 28 provinces (Wayback copy of https://mindanews.com/top-stories/2026/01/mindanao-2025-still-all-in-the-family-in-23-of-28-provinces/); Rappler · Sibling rivalries weaken Amante, Plaza clans in Agusan provinces

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Frederick Mark Plaza Mellana “Eric”

Mayor of Prosperidad (2019-)

In office

Sources: Rappler · Sibling rivalries weaken Amante, Plaza clans in Agusan provinces; LGU Prosperidad · home page (Mayor Frederick Mark Plaza Mellana)

See Frederick Mark Plaza Mellana “Eric” in the map →

Democrito O. Plaza

Former governor of Agusan and of Agusan del Sur; former congressman, Agusan del Sur

Deceased

Sources: MindaNews · SPECIAL REPORT: The ruling clans of Mindanao

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Charito Booc Plaza “Ching”

Former representative, Agusan del Norte 1st district (1987-1998); former PEZA director general; lost 2025 Butuan mayoral race (69,323 votes)

Not in office

Sources: Rappler · RESULTS: Butuan City election 2025; Rappler · Law Fortun beats ex-congresswoman Charito Plaza in Butuan mayoral race; Comelec · Certified List of Candidates, Butuan

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Democrito Galido Plaza II

Former mayor of Butuan (1992-2001, 2004-2010)

Deceased

Sources: MindaNews · SPECIAL REPORT: The ruling clans of Mindanao; GMA News · It's all in the family in Caraga this May 10

See Democrito Galido Plaza II in the map →

Rodolfo Galido Plaza “Ompong”

Former representative, Agusan del Sur (2001-2010)

Not in office

Sources: Inquirer · Agusan pol campaigns on promise to dismantle his own family's political dynasty; MindaNews · SPECIAL REPORT: The ruling clans of Mindanao

See Rodolfo Galido Plaza “Ompong” in the map →

Valentina Galido Plaza “Ma'am Loleng”

Former governor of Agusan del Sur (1998-2001; earlier term dates conflict, see notes)

Deceased

Sources: Inquirer · Valentina G. Plaza, ex-governor of Agusan del Sur, 90; MindaNews · SPECIAL REPORT: The ruling clans of Mindanao: same families in 50 years, 25 years; Philstar · Plaza-Amante rivalry heats up in Agusan

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Maria Valentina Galido Plaza

Former governor (2007-2010); former representative, 1st district (2010-2019); 2019 gubernatorial candidate

Not in office

Sources: MindaNews · SPECIAL REPORT: The ruling clans of Mindanao: same families in 50 years, 25 years; Rappler · Sibling rivalries weaken Amante, Plaza clans in Agusan provinces

See Maria Valentina Galido Plaza in the map →

Evelyn Plaza-Mellana “Bebs”

Former representative, 2nd district (2010-2019)

Not in office

Sources: MindaNews · SPECIAL REPORT: The ruling clans of Mindanao: same families in 50 years, 25 years; Rappler · Sibling rivalries weaken Amante, Plaza clans in Agusan provinces; Inquirer · In-fighting within Agusan’s Plaza political dynasty heats up

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Victor Plaza

Former board member, 1st district (elected 2010); 2013 vice-gubernatorial candidate

Not in office

Sources: MindaNews · SPECIAL REPORT: The ruling clans of Mindanao: same families in 50 years, 25 years; Inquirer · In-fighting within Agusan’s Plaza political dynasty heats up; Wikipedia · 2010 Caraga local elections

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Democrito Plaza III

2019 candidate for representative, 1st district

Not in office

Sources: Rappler · Sibling rivalries weaken Amante, Plaza clans in Agusan provinces

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How they are related

• Democrito O. Plaza and Democrito Galido Plaza II — Father → sonBloodEvidence: MindaNews · Special report: The ruling clans of Mindanao: same families in 50 years, 25 years · “Another Plaza son, Democrito II, served as mayor of Butuan City in Agusan del Norte for five terms from 1992 to 2007, except for 2001 to 2004 when his wife Leonides Theresa was mayor.”; MindaNews · Plaza widows reunite to regain political power in 2013 polls; MindaNews · SPECIAL REPORT: The ruling clans of Mindanao
• Democrito Galido Plaza II and Leonides Theresa Borja Plaza “Daisy” — SpousesMarriageEvidence: MindaNews · Plaza widows reunite to regain political power in 2013 polls · “Former Mayor Leonides Theresa “Daisy” Plaza, widow of the late Mayor Democrito Plaza II, told reporters recently: “Ching and I are now reuniting forces to come up with stronger political slate in this coming elections.””; MindaNews · Special report: The ruling clans of Mindanao: same families in 50 years, 25 years; MindaNews · Plaza loses in Butuan; in Caraga, Barbers out, Matugas in; MindaNews · SPECIAL REPORT: The ruling clans of Mindanao
• Democrito Galido Plaza II and Roscoe Democrito Borja Plaza — Father → sonBloodEvidence: GMA News · It's all in the family in Caraga this May 10 · “One of the most prominent political clans in region are the Plazas who, after having served in Butuan and Agusan del Sur, are now extending their political reach to Agusan del Norte where Roscoe Democrito Borja Plaza, son of incumbent Butuan Mayor Democrito Galido Plaza II, is running for mayor of Nasipit town.”
• Leonides Theresa Borja Plaza “Daisy” and Roscoe Democrito Borja Plaza — Mother → sonBloodEvidence: GMA News · It's all in the family in Caraga this May 10 · “Borja’s mother, Leonides Theresa Borja Plaza, is seeking to replace his father as Butuan City mayor.”
• Democrito Galido Plaza II and Randolph Borja Plaza — Father → sonBloodEvidence: MindaNews · Plaza loses in Butuan; in Caraga, Barbers out, Matugas in · “Of the ten winners for the City Council, among them the Plazas’ son, Randolph, five are from the Liberal Party.”
• Leonides Theresa Borja Plaza “Daisy” and Randolph Borja Plaza — Mother → sonBloodEvidence: MindaNews · Plaza loses in Butuan; in Caraga, Barbers out, Matugas in · “Of the ten winners for the City Council, among them the Plazas’ son, Randolph, five are from the Liberal Party.”
• Roscoe Democrito Borja Plaza and Randolph Borja Plaza — BrothersBloodEvidence: PCIJ · Caraga: political dynasties (Plaza) · “His brother Randolph is reelected vice mayor of Loreto, also in Agusan del Sur.”
• Roscoe Democrito Borja Plaza and Patricia Anne Borja Plaza “Pat” — SiblingsBloodEvidence: PCIJ · Caraga: political dynasties (Plaza) · “His sister, Patricia, will assume the vice governorship of neighboring Agusan del Sur.”
• Randolph Borja Plaza and Jane Valeroso Plaza — SpousesMarriageEvidence: PCIJ · Caraga: political dynasties (Plaza) · “But Randolph’s wife, Jane, will be vice mayor in Carmen town in another province — Surigao del Sur.”
• Figurado O. Plaza “Lado” and Charito Booc Plaza “Ching” — SpousesMarriageEvidence: MindaNews · Plaza widows reunite to regain political power in 2013 polls · “The former three-term congresswoman of Agusan del Norte’s First District (Butuan City and Las Nieves municipality) is the widow of the late Butuan Mayor Figurado Plaza, uncle of Daisy’s husband.”; Inquirer · Ex-Butuan lawmaker Plaza eyes DOT seat; Inquirer · Ex-Butuan lawmaker Plaza eyes DOT seat
• Democrito O. Plaza and Figurado O. Plaza “Lado” — BrothersBloodEvidence: MindaNews · Plaza widows reunite to regain political power in 2013 polls · “Ching’s husband was the younger brother of the late Agusan del Sur Gov. Democrito Plaza Sr., the father of Daisy’s husband.”; Wikipedia · Butuan (History), citing Manila Standard, "Plaza: Politics degrades", 16 Feb 1988, p. 9 (not read)
• Democrito O. Plaza and Rodolfo Galido Plaza “Ompong” — Father → sonBloodEvidence: Inquirer · Agusan pol campaigns on promise to dismantle his own family's political dynasty · “The Plaza family has ruled the province's politics since the 1960s when their father, Democrito Sr., with his booming logging company and cement factory in Cebu, became congressman and governor.”; MindaNews · Special report: The ruling clans of Mindanao: same families in 50 years, 25 years; Inquirer · Agusan pol campaigns on promise to dismantle his own family's political dynasty
• Democrito Galido Plaza II and Patricia Anne Borja Plaza “Pat” — Father → daughterBloodEvidence: MindaNews · MINDANAO 2025: Still all in the family in 23 of 28 provinces · “Patricia Anne is daughter of the late Butuan City Mayor Democrito Plaza II (1992-2001; 2004-2010) and Leonides Theresa “Daisy” Borja Plaza (mayor 2010-2013).”; MindaNews · MINDANAO 2025: Still all in the family in 23 of 28 provinces (Wayback copy of https://mindanews.com/top-stories/2026/01/mindanao-2025-still-all-in-the-family-in-23-of-28-provinces/)
• Leonides Theresa Borja Plaza “Daisy” and Patricia Anne Borja Plaza “Pat” — Mother → daughterBloodEvidence: MindaNews · MINDANAO 2025: Still all in the family in 23 of 28 provinces · “Patricia Anne is daughter of the late Butuan City Mayor Democrito Plaza II (1992-2001; 2004-2010) and Leonides Theresa “Daisy” Borja Plaza (mayor 2010-2013).”; MindaNews · MINDANAO 2025: Still all in the family in 23 of 28 provinces (Wayback copy of https://mindanews.com/top-stories/2026/01/mindanao-2025-still-all-in-the-family-in-23-of-28-provinces/)
• Patricia Anne Borja Plaza “Pat” and Randolph Borja Plaza — SiblingsBloodEvidence: MindaNews · MINDANAO 2025: Still all in the family in 23 of 28 provinces · “Her brother, Roscoe Democrito, was reelected as mayor of Nasipit town in Agusan del Norte while another brother, Randolph, was reelected as Vice Mayor of Loreto town in Agusan del Sur.”; MindaNews · MINDANAO 2025: Still all in the family in 23 of 28 provinces (Wayback copy of https://mindanews.com/top-stories/2026/01/mindanao-2025-still-all-in-the-family-in-23-of-28-provinces/)
• Adolph Edward Galido Plaza “Eddiebong” and Patricia Anne Borja Plaza “Pat” — Uncle → nieceBloodEvidence: MindaNews · MINDANAO 2025: Still all in the family in 23 of 28 provinces · “Patricia Anne Borja Plaza (NUP) is Vice Governor of Agusan del Norte while her uncle, Adolph Edward G. Plaza (NUP), is 2nd district Representative.”; MindaNews · MINDANAO 2025: Still all in the family in 23 of 28 provinces (Wayback copy of https://mindanews.com/top-stories/2026/01/mindanao-2025-still-all-in-the-family-in-23-of-28-provinces/)
• Democrito O. Plaza and Valentina Galido Plaza “Ma'am Loleng” — SpousesMarriageEvidence: Inquirer · Valentina G. Plaza, ex-governor of Agusan del Sur, 90 · “The wife of politician and long-time Marcos ally Democrito Plaza, Valentina served as the provincial governor here from 1969 until after the Edsa people power revolt in 1986.”; MindaNews · SPECIAL REPORT: The ruling clans of Mindanao: same families in 50 years, 25 years
• Valentina Galido Plaza “Ma'am Loleng” and Adolph Edward Galido Plaza “Eddiebong” — Mother → sonBloodEvidence: MindaNews · SPECIAL REPORT: The ruling clans of Mindanao: same families in 50 years, 25 years · “She retired from politics in 2001, the same year her son Adolph Edward won the seat she vacated.”
• Democrito O. Plaza and Adolph Edward Galido Plaza “Eddiebong” — Father → sonBloodEvidence: Province of Agusan del Sur · Agusan del Sur officials cite gains of Naliyagan Festival · “Inspired by the principles of then Congressman and Governor Democrito “D.O.” Plaza which was carried by his son, now Congressman Eddiebong Plaza”; Province of Agusan del Sur · Agusan del Sur solon highlights soil science, sustainable agriculture in state university maiden graduation; Wikipedia · Maria Valentina Plaza; Wikipedia · Rodolfo Plaza
• Adolph Edward Galido Plaza “Eddiebong” and Rodolfo Galido Plaza “Ompong” — BrothersBloodEvidence: MindaNews · SPECIAL REPORT: The ruling clans of Mindanao: same families in 50 years, 25 years · “Adolph Edward’s brother, Rodolfo served from 2001 to 2010.”; Inquirer · In-fighting within Agusan’s Plaza political dynasty heats up
• Adolph Edward Galido Plaza “Eddiebong” and Maria Valentina Galido Plaza — SiblingsBloodEvidence: MindaNews · SPECIAL REPORT: The ruling clans of Mindanao: same families in 50 years, 25 years · “Adolph Edward was reelected in 2004 but while he was expected to run for a third term, his sister, Ma. Valentina ran instead.”; Inquirer · In-fighting within Agusan’s Plaza political dynasty heats up
• Adolph Edward Galido Plaza “Eddiebong” and Evelyn Plaza-Mellana “Bebs” — SiblingsBloodEvidence: Rappler · Sibling rivalries weaken Amante, Plaza clans in Agusan provinces · “Mellana is the son of outgoing Agusan del Sur 2nd district congresswoman Evelyn Plaza Mellana, another sister of Adolph Edward.”; MindaNews · SPECIAL REPORT: The ruling clans of Mindanao: same families in 50 years, 25 years
• Adolph Edward Galido Plaza “Eddiebong” and Victor Plaza — BrothersBloodEvidence: MindaNews · SPECIAL REPORT: The ruling clans of Mindanao: same families in 50 years, 25 years · “Another brother, Victor, is running for vice governor against Adolph’s running mate.”; Inquirer · In-fighting within Agusan’s Plaza political dynasty heats up
• Evelyn Plaza-Mellana “Bebs” and Rodolfo Galido Plaza “Ompong” — SiblingsBloodEvidence: MindaNews · SPECIAL REPORT: The ruling clans of Mindanao: same families in 50 years, 25 years · “Evelyn will be pitted against her brother Rodolfo.”
• Maria Valentina Galido Plaza and Democrito Plaza III — SiblingsBloodEvidence: Rappler · Sibling rivalries weaken Amante, Plaza clans in Agusan provinces · “Democrito Plaza III (PDSP) sought to replace his sister Maria Valentina in Congress, but he was defeated by 1st District Board Member Alfelito Bascug (NUP), who got 64% of the vote.”
• Democrito Plaza III and Adolph Edward Galido Plaza “Eddiebong” — BrothersBloodEvidence: Province of Agusan del Sur · Athlete protection gaps under scrutiny after Baterbonia death · “Democrito “Boyet” Plaza III, brother of District 2 Rep. Eddiebong Plaza, also emphasized the importance of early sports development through structured grassroots programs such as inter-barangay leagues starting at age 10.”; Rappler · Sibling rivalries weaken Amante, Plaza clans in Agusan provinces
• Evelyn Plaza-Mellana “Bebs” and Frederick Mark Plaza Mellana “Eric” — Mother → sonBloodEvidence: Rappler · Sibling rivalries weaken Amante, Plaza clans in Agusan provinces · “Mellana is the son of outgoing Agusan del Sur 2nd district congresswoman Evelyn Plaza Mellana, another sister of Adolph Edward.”

How this was researched

Researched September 2026 against Comelec 2025 results. Every relationship is quoted from a published source; people who share a surname without a published statement of kinship are left out. Family relationships do not imply wrongdoing or political agreement.

Documented family networks; not a complete government or barangay roster. National offices are distinct from local offices.

Sources

1. MindaNews · SPECIAL REPORT: The ruling clans of Mindanao · 2013-05-11
2. Inquirer · Ex-Butuan lawmaker Plaza eyes DOT seat · 2016-06-12
3. Wikipedia · Mayor of Butuan (list) · Read September 2026
4. Rappler · RESULTS: Butuan City election 2025 · 2025-05-15
5. Rappler · Law Fortun beats ex-congresswoman Charito Plaza in Butuan mayoral race · 2025-05-15
6. Comelec · Certified List of Candidates, Butuan · 2024-11-08
7. GMA News · It's all in the family in Caraga this May 10 · 2010-03-28
8. MindaNews · Plaza loses in Butuan; in Caraga, Barbers out, Matugas in · 2010-05-13
9. PCIJ · In CARAGA, Bag-ao defeats Ecleo, but Plaza dynasty wins 5 seats across 3 provinces · 2025-05-22
10. Inquirer · Agusan pol campaigns on promise to dismantle his own family's political dynasty · 2013-04-27
11. MindaNews · MINDANAO 2025: Still all in the family in 23 of 28 provinces (Wayback copy of https://mindanews.com/top-stories/2026/01/mindanao-2025-still-all-in-the-family-in-23-of-28-provinces/) · 2026-01-05
12. Rappler · Sibling rivalries weaken Amante, Plaza clans in Agusan provinces · 2019-05-22
13. Inquirer · Valentina G. Plaza, ex-governor of Agusan del Sur, 90 · 2021-10-24
14. MindaNews · SPECIAL REPORT: The ruling clans of Mindanao: same families in 50 years, 25 years · 2013-05-11
15. Philstar · Plaza-Amante rivalry heats up in Agusan · 2006-11-06
16. Inquirer · In-fighting within Agusan’s Plaza political dynasty heats up · 2013-03-22
17. Wikipedia · 2010 Caraga local elections · Read September 2026
18. LGU Prosperidad · home page (Mayor Frederick Mark Plaza Mellana) · Read September 2026
19. MindaNews · Special report: The ruling clans of Mindanao: same families in 50 years, 25 years · “Another Plaza son, Democrito II, served as mayor of Butuan City in Agusan del Norte for five terms from 1992 to 2007, except for 2001 to 2004 when his wife Leonides Theresa was mayor.” · 2013-05-11
20. MindaNews · Plaza widows reunite to regain political power in 2013 polls · 2012-09-12
21. MindaNews · Plaza widows reunite to regain political power in 2013 polls · “Former Mayor Leonides Theresa “Daisy” Plaza, widow of the late Mayor Democrito Plaza II, told reporters recently: “Ching and I are now reuniting forces to come up with stronger political slate in this coming elections.”” · 2012-09-12
22. MindaNews · Special report: The ruling clans of Mindanao: same families in 50 years, 25 years · 2013-05-11
23. GMA News · It's all in the family in Caraga this May 10 · “One of the most prominent political clans in region are the Plazas who, after having served in Butuan and Agusan del Sur, are now extending their political reach to Agusan del Norte where Roscoe Democrito Borja Plaza, son of incumbent Butuan Mayor Democrito Galido Plaza II, is running for mayor of Nasipit town.” · 2010-03-28
24. GMA News · It's all in the family in Caraga this May 10 · “Borja’s mother, Leonides Theresa Borja Plaza, is seeking to replace his father as Butuan City mayor.” · 2010-03-28
25. MindaNews · Plaza loses in Butuan; in Caraga, Barbers out, Matugas in · “Of the ten winners for the City Council, among them the Plazas’ son, Randolph, five are from the Liberal Party.” · 2010-05-13
26. PCIJ · Caraga: political dynasties (Plaza) · “His brother Randolph is reelected vice mayor of Loreto, also in Agusan del Sur.” · 2025-05-22
27. PCIJ · Caraga: political dynasties (Plaza) · “His sister, Patricia, will assume the vice governorship of neighboring Agusan del Sur.” · 2025-05-22
28. PCIJ · Caraga: political dynasties (Plaza) · “But Randolph’s wife, Jane, will be vice mayor in Carmen town in another province — Surigao del Sur.” · 2025-05-22
29. MindaNews · Plaza widows reunite to regain political power in 2013 polls · “The former three-term congresswoman of Agusan del Norte’s First District (Butuan City and Las Nieves municipality) is the widow of the late Butuan Mayor Figurado Plaza, uncle of Daisy’s husband.” · 2012-09-12
30. Inquirer · Ex-Butuan lawmaker Plaza eyes DOT seat · 2016-05
31. MindaNews · Plaza widows reunite to regain political power in 2013 polls · “Ching’s husband was the younger brother of the late Agusan del Sur Gov. Democrito Plaza Sr., the father of Daisy’s husband.” · 2012-09-12
32. Wikipedia · Butuan (History), citing Manila Standard, "Plaza: Politics degrades", 16 Feb 1988, p. 9 (not read) · Read September 2026
33. Inquirer · Agusan pol campaigns on promise to dismantle his own family's political dynasty · “The Plaza family has ruled the province's politics since the 1960s when their father, Democrito Sr., with his booming logging company and cement factory in Cebu, became congressman and governor.” · 2013-04-27
34. MindaNews · MINDANAO 2025: Still all in the family in 23 of 28 provinces · “Patricia Anne is daughter of the late Butuan City Mayor Democrito Plaza II (1992-2001; 2004-2010) and Leonides Theresa “Daisy” Borja Plaza (mayor 2010-2013).” · 2026-01-04
35. MindaNews · MINDANAO 2025: Still all in the family in 23 of 28 provinces · “Her brother, Roscoe Democrito, was reelected as mayor of Nasipit town in Agusan del Norte while another brother, Randolph, was reelected as Vice Mayor of Loreto town in Agusan del Sur.” · 2026-01-04
36. MindaNews · MINDANAO 2025: Still all in the family in 23 of 28 provinces · “Patricia Anne Borja Plaza (NUP) is Vice Governor of Agusan del Norte while her uncle, Adolph Edward G. Plaza (NUP), is 2nd district Representative.” · 2026-01-04
37. Inquirer · Valentina G. Plaza, ex-governor of Agusan del Sur, 90 · “The wife of politician and long-time Marcos ally Democrito Plaza, Valentina served as the provincial governor here from 1969 until after the Edsa people power revolt in 1986.” · 2021-10-24
38. MindaNews · SPECIAL REPORT: The ruling clans of Mindanao: same families in 50 years, 25 years · “She retired from politics in 2001, the same year her son Adolph Edward won the seat she vacated.” · 2013-05-11
39. Province of Agusan del Sur · Agusan del Sur officials cite gains of Naliyagan Festival · “Inspired by the principles of then Congressman and Governor Democrito “D.O.” Plaza which was carried by his son, now Congressman Eddiebong Plaza” · 2026-06-12
40. Province of Agusan del Sur · Agusan del Sur solon highlights soil science, sustainable agriculture in state university maiden graduation · 2026-08-17
41. Wikipedia · Maria Valentina Plaza · Read September 2026
42. Wikipedia · Rodolfo Plaza · Read September 2026
43. MindaNews · SPECIAL REPORT: The ruling clans of Mindanao: same families in 50 years, 25 years · “Adolph Edward’s brother, Rodolfo served from 2001 to 2010.” · 2013-05-11
44. MindaNews · SPECIAL REPORT: The ruling clans of Mindanao: same families in 50 years, 25 years · “Adolph Edward was reelected in 2004 but while he was expected to run for a third term, his sister, Ma. Valentina ran instead.” · 2013-05-11
45. Rappler · Sibling rivalries weaken Amante, Plaza clans in Agusan provinces · “Mellana is the son of outgoing Agusan del Sur 2nd district congresswoman Evelyn Plaza Mellana, another sister of Adolph Edward.” · 2019-05-22
46. MindaNews · SPECIAL REPORT: The ruling clans of Mindanao: same families in 50 years, 25 years · “Another brother, Victor, is running for vice governor against Adolph’s running mate.” · 2013-05-11
47. MindaNews · SPECIAL REPORT: The ruling clans of Mindanao: same families in 50 years, 25 years · “Evelyn will be pitted against her brother Rodolfo.” · 2013-05-11
48. Rappler · Sibling rivalries weaken Amante, Plaza clans in Agusan provinces · “Democrito Plaza III (PDSP) sought to replace his sister Maria Valentina in Congress, but he was defeated by 1st District Board Member Alfelito Bascug (NUP), who got 64% of the vote.” · 2019-05-22
49. Province of Agusan del Sur · Athlete protection gaps under scrutiny after Baterbonia death · “Democrito “Boyet” Plaza III, brother of District 2 Rep. Eddiebong Plaza, also emphasized the importance of early sports development through structured grassroots programs such as inter-barangay leagues starting at age 10.” · 2026-07-03

The same family elsewhere

• Plaza family of Butuan
• Plaza family of Agusan del Norte
• Plaza family of Agusan del Sur

Other families documented in Surigao del Sur

• Pimentel (Surigao del Sur)Adds Carrascal vice mayor Vicente “VJ” Pimentel III, son of the late governor Vicente Pimentel Jr., and Vicente Jr.’s parents, Vicente Luna Pimentel Sr. and Felicidad Ty Pimentel (the source names only Vicente Jr. as their son).
• Momo (Tandag)Rep. Romeo Momo Sr. (1st district since 2022) has his wife as Tandag vice mayor, a son on the provincial board, a son on the Tago council, a daughter formerly on the board ex officio, and a relative on the Tandag council.
• Pichay (Cantilan)Brothers Prospero "Butch" and Philip Pichay held the 1st district seat 1998–2016 and 2016–2022; Philip is Cantilan mayor and Butch’s wife Carla was Cantilan mayor and 2025 2nd district candidate.
• Garay (Bislig)Bislig mayor and former 2nd district representative Florencio "Enciong" Garay; his wife Margarita sits on the provincial board, his son Titing ran for Bislig vice mayor, and Titing’s wife Joan is Hinatuan vice mayor.

All families and officials in Surigao del Sur →