Local elections were held in Taguig on May 13, 2013, within the Philippine general election. The vote was for the elective local posts in the city: the mayor, vice mayor, two District representatives, and councilors, eight in each of the city's two legislative districts.
Background
Mayor Ma. Laarni "Lani" Cayetano was on her first term, and she ran for re-election for second term. She faced former Councilor Ma. Rebecca "Rica" Tiñga.[1]
Vice Mayor George Elias was term-limited. His party chosen First District Councilor Roderick Carlos “Carlo” Papa, son of former Mayor Ricardo Papa Jr. Papa faced Brgy. Lower Bicutan Chairman Ricardo "Ading" Cruz Jr., Cayetano's running mate.
First District Rep. Arnel Cerafica was on his first term, and he ran for re-election for second term. He faced First District Councilor Baby Gloria "Gigi" De Mesa.
Second District Rep. Sigfrido "Freddie" Tiñga was on his first term. Although eligible for re-election, he did not run. His party fielded former Rep. Henry "Jun" Dueñas Jr..Dueñas faced television director and Brgy. Fort Bonifacio Chairman Lino Edgar Cayetano.