Pneumonia-stricken Singson prioritizes health, drops senatorial bid

National

FORMER Ilocos Sur Governor Chavit Singson is no longer joining the senatorial race this upcoming midterm polls in May.

Singson decided to withdraw from the senatorial race, citing that senatorial work required hard work that may take a toll on his health.

"Hindi po biro ang kampanya, lalo na ang trabaho ang isang senador, kung talagang magtatrabaho. Ayaw kong ipilit. Ang aking kalusugan ay maaring magdusa," Singson said during the “VLive Grand Launch” at the Mall of Asia Arena in Pasay City on Sunday, January 12.

“Matapos ang mahabang pag-iisip, ang desisyon ko po, hindi na po ako tutuloy sa aking kandidatura sa Senado. Ayokong ipilit kung ang aking kalusugan ang maaaring magdusa," he added.

Singson disclosed that he is currently in treatment with his pneumonia which also requires enough rest for him.

The former governor even revealed he eloped from the hospital because they didn’t want him to let go.

“Gusto ko pong makapaglingkod sa inyo ng buong puso at buong tapat kaya’t minabuti kong unahin muna ang aking pagpapalakas para lalo pa ako makatulong at makapaglingkod sa inyong lahat” Singson told the audience.

The 83-year-old politician also asked for understanding especially those who invested their time, and strength to campaign for him.

Singson, who is also a businessman, served as Mayor of Narvacan, Ilocos Sur from 2019 to 2023. Singson also served a deputy national security adviser. He was also the

Even if Singson is no longer pushing for his senatorial bid, his name can no longer be removed from the ballot. The Comelec said the votes he will gain during the elections will be considered as "stray" votes.(LAO)