Marlo Cantancio Bancoro (born September 25, 1974) is a Filipino politician, lawyer, and businessman from the province of Zamboanga Sibugay in the Philippines. He is currently serving as the incumbent Representative for Zamboanga Sibugay's 1st congressional district since 2025. He previously served as a member of the Zamboanga Sibugay Provincial Board from the same district from 2022 to 2025.
Early life Bancoro was born on September 25, 1974 in Malangas, Zamboanga del Norte (now Zamboanga Sibugay).
Political career
Board member (2022 - 2025) Bancoro ran for Sangguniang Panlalawigan of Zamboanga Sibugay's 1st congressional district during the 2022 elections under Laban ng Demokratikong Pilipino, he placed in 5th place and gained a seat.
House of Representatives (2025 - present) Bancoro ran for the House of Representatives during the 2025 elections under Partido Federal ng Pilipinas and defeated incumbent representative and former Governor of Zamboanga Sibugay, Wilter Palma of Lakas–CMD. Bancoro supported House Speaker Martin Romualdez and became part of the Majority Bloc.
Electoral history +Electoral history of Marlo BancoroYearOfficePartyVotes receivedResultTotal%.Swing2022Board Member (Zamboanga Sibugay)57,02610.77%5th2025Representative (Zamboanga Sibugay-1st)81,91555.98%1st
Personal life Bancoro's wife is Doctor. Ritzi A. Bancoro.
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