About John Geesnell Yap
Born 1977. John Geesnell Yap is a Filipino politician.
John Geesnell Lim Yap II (born October 16, 1977), popularly known as Baba Yap, is a Filipino politician who has been the representative for Bohol's first district in the House of Representatives of the Philippines since 2025. He was previously the mayor of Tagbilaran, Bohol from 2013 to 2022 until he was succeeded by his wife Jane Yap.
Early life and education Yap,
On May 13, 2019, Yap was reelected for a 3rd consecutive term and won with a landslide.
Awards Ranked 2nd on the top performing mayors in the Central Visayas (2021), by RP- Mission and Development Foundation Inc. (RPMD). CSC PAGASA Award (Regional and National Awardee) for Outstanding Public Servants (2019)
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Who is John Geesnell Yap?
Filipino politician
When was John Geesnell Yap born?
John Geesnell Yap was born on 16 October 1977 in Tagbilaran.
What is John Geesnell Yap's occupation?
John Geesnell Yap is a politician.
What nationality is John Geesnell Yap?
John Geesnell Yap is Filipino.
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