Bong Go Leads Senatorial Preferences in Latest National Survey

MANILA, Philippines – Senator Bong Go maintains a lead among preferred senatorial candidates, according to the latest nationwide survey conducted by Arkipelago Analytics, reflecting voter preferences ahead of the upcoming elections.

In the recent poll, Senator Bong Go topped the list with a 64% voter preference rating, highlighting his sustained popularity among the electorate. Broadcaster Erwin Tulfo closely follows in second place with 55%.

Senator Ronald “Bato” Dela Rosa secured the third position, garnering a preference rating of 49%, followed by former Senate President Tito Sotto at 44%, and incumbent Senator Pia Cayetano with 43%.

The survey results further show media personality Ben “Bitag” Tulfo closely trailing with 42%, actor and Senator Lito Lapid with 41%, and Senator Bong Revilla at 40.5%. Television host Willie Revillame (39%) and legislator Camille Villar (38.5%) complete the top ten slots.

Other prominent political figures rounding out the list include former Senator Ping Lacson (38%), Makati Mayor Abby Binay (37%), boxing legend Manny Pacquiao (35%), Senator Imee Marcos (33%), and Congressman Rodante Marcoleta (32.7%).

Actors Phillip Salvador (31.5%) and singer Jimmy Bondoc (30%) also made notable appearances, while former senators Bam Aquino (30.5%), Kiko Pangilinan (29%), and Gringo Honasan (27%) remain competitive.

The survey also showed moderate support for MMDA Chairman Benhur Abalos (22%), Senator Francis Tolentino (21%), lawyer Raul Lambino (20%), former executive secretary Vic Rodriguez (20%), and motorcycle rights advocate Colonel Bosita (17%).

Medical advocate Doc Marites Mata (16.5%), lawyer Jayvee Hinlo (16%), activist Amirah Lidasan (12%), and former lawmaker Nur-Ana Sahidulla (11%) also registered significant voter awareness.

The survey was conducted from April 7 to 12, 2025, employing a quantitative research approach using a structured questionnaire administered to a nationally representative sample of 670 registered voters. The sampling design followed a proportional stratified random sampling method, ensuring alignment with the demographic profile of the Philippine electorate based on gender and geographic distribution. The resulting data has a ±3.79% margin of error at a 95% confidence level.