Mannix Dalipe

Mannix Dalipe
Dalipe's, 19th Congress portrait
House Majority Floor Leader
Incumbent
Assumed office July 25, 2022
House Speaker	Martin Romualdez
Preceded by	Martin Romualdez
Member of the House of Representatives of the Philippines from Zamboanga City's 2nd district
Incumbent
Assumed office June 30, 2016
Preceded by	Lilia Macrohon-Nuño
Vice Mayor of Zamboanga City
In office June 30, 2007 – June 30, 2010
Mayor	Celso Lobregat
Preceded by	Beng Climaco
Succeeded by	Cesar Itturalde
Member of the Zamboanga City Council
In office June 30, 1998 – June 30, 2007
Personal details
Born	Manuel Jose Dalipe (1973-01-27) January 27, 1973 Zamboanga City, Philippines
Political party	Lakas–CMD (2022–present)
Other political affiliations	NPC (2009–2012; 2013–2022) UNA (2012–2013) Independent (2007–2009) LDP (until 2007)
Spouse	Keenah V. Dalipe
Children	2
Parent(s)	Manuel Dalipe (father) Ma. Rosario Mendoza (mother)
Alma mater	De La Salle–College of Saint Benilde (BS) Ateneo de Zamboanga University (MBA)
Profession	Politician, Businessman

Manuel Jose "Mannix" Dalipe (born January 27, 1973) is a Filipino politician currently serving as the Representative for the 2nd Legislative District of Zamboanga City and as the Majority Floor Leader in the House of Representatives since 2022. A member of the Nationalist People's Coalition (NPC), Dalipe has been a congressman since 2016 and is serving his third and final term.

Early life and education

Manuel Jose "Mannix" Dalipe was born on January 27, 1973, in Zamboanga City, Philippines. He is the son of former Zamboanga City Mayor Manuel Dalipe and Ma. Rosario Mendoza. His father, a helicopter pilot for the late President Ferdinand Marcos, assumed the mayorship after the assassination of Mayor Cesar Climaco, a prominent critic of Marcos's martial law.

Dalipe completed his elementary education at Western Mindanao State University Laboratory Elementary School and his secondary education at Immaculate Conception Archdiocesan School. He earned his Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from De La Salle–College of Saint Benilde and later obtained a master's degree in Business Administration (MBA) from Ateneo de Zamboanga University.

Political career

Dalipe began his political career in 1998 when he was elected to the Zamboanga City Council, where he served for three consecutive terms until 2007. He was later elected as Vice Mayor of Zamboanga City, serving from 2007 to 2010.

In 2016, Dalipe was elected as the Representative for the 2nd District of Zamboanga City under the Nationalist People's Coalition (NPC). He was re-elected in the 2019 and 2022 elections, making him the incumbent congressman for three consecutive terms.

Majority Floor Leader

On July 25, 2022, Dalipe was appointed as the Majority Floor Leader of the House of Representatives, succeeding Martin Romualdez. In this role, he has been instrumental in advancing legislative priorities and maintaining cohesion among House members. Dalipe has been a vocal advocate for constitutional reform, particularly the revision of the 1987 Constitution, and has called for an end to investigations into alleged paid signature campaigns for charter change.

Caretaker of Zamboanga del Norte 1st District

In November 2022, Dalipe was named the caretaker of the Zamboanga del Norte 1st District after the Supreme Court barred Romeo Jalosjos Jr. from assuming the post. This appointment was notable as Zamboanga del Norte already had two other representatives from its 2nd and 3rd districts.

Key legislative initiatives

Dalipe has been involved in several high-profile legislative issues. He has been a strong advocate for charter change, pushing for amendments to the 1987 Constitution to address economic and political reforms. In September 2024, Dalipe joined other lawmakers in issuing a graft warning to Vice President Sara Duterte, emphasizing accountability in government spending. Additionally, he addressed the controversy surrounding the P612.5 million confidential funds, accusing Vice President Duterte of diverting attention from the issue.

Personal life

Dalipe is married to Keenah V. Dalipe, and they have two children: Martina Francesca and Manuel. His brother, John Dalipe, is the current mayor of Zamboanga City. The Dalipe family has a long history of public service in Zamboanga City, with his father having served as mayor during the Marcos administration.

Affiliations

Dalipe is actively involved in various civic and youth organizations. He serves as the National Director of the Philippine Jaycees Senate and was formerly the Regional Chairman of the Boy Scouts of the Philippines.