As part of GMA’s commitment to delivering the biggest and most comprehensive election coverage for the upcoming 2025 Midterm Elections, GMA Regional TV and Synergy, in partnership with GMA Integrated News, kicks off its “GMA Masterclass: Eleksyon 2025 Dapat Totoo Series” with its first leg in Mindanao from Jan. 22 to 25.
“GMA Masterclass: Eleksyon 2025 Dapat Totoo Series” is heading to Notre Dame of Dadiangas University, General Santos City, on Jan. 22; Holy Cross of Davao College, Davao City, on Jan. 23; Liceo De Cagayan University, Cagayan de Oro City, on Jan. 24; and Central Mindanao University, Bukidnon, on Jan. 25. The programs start at 9:00 a.m.
Leading the discourse are award-winning speakers, including broadcast journalist Tina Panganiban-Perez, GMA News Online managing editor Lou Albano, GMA Integrated News Social Media assistant manager Theodore Ortiz, and GMA sportscaster and analyst Martin Antonio.
Panganiban-Perez, a senior reporter at GMA Integrated News since 1992, has covered key beats including Malacañang, COMELEC, and the Supreme Court.
Albano, a lifestyle and culture journalist, heads GMA’s climate coverage and was the only Filipino in the Oxford Climate Journalism Network’s second cohort.
Ortiz leads digital journalists managing content for 85 million online followers and earned recognition for his AI Sportscasters Project.
Antonio, a former NCAA champion and San Beda coach, is a sportscaster and analyst with extensive experience in local and international sportscasting.
“GMA Integrated News, Regional TV, and Synergy are committed to ensuring that every Filipino, especially the youth, is engaged in our fight against misinformation and disinformation, particularly as we approach the 2025 Philippine Midterm Elections,” states Oliver Victor B. Amoroso, senior vice president and head of GMA Integrated News, Regional TV, and Synergy.
“Our invited speakers for the ‘GMA Masterclass: Eleksyon 2025 Dapat Totoo Series’ are seasoned professionals ready to share valuable insights and relatable experiences with young Mindanaoans. Through this initiative, we aim to remind the youth of their vital role as citizens in participating and upholding the highest standards of honesty and integrity during elections,” Amoroso added.
Set to share her talent as a guest artist during the ‘GMA Masterclass: Eleksyon 2025 Dapat Totoo Series’ is The Clash Season 4 Grand Champion Mariane Osabel. Keeping the conversations interactive and insightful as the host of the four-day event is fellow Sparkle artist Migs Almendras.