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Alfel Bascug | |
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| Member of the Philippine House of Representatives from the 1st District of Agusan del Sur | |
| Assumed office June 30, 2019 | |
| Preceded by | Maria Valentina Plaza |
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| Born | Alfel M. Bascug |
| Political party | National Unity Party |
| Profession | Politician |
Alfelito "Alfel" Maraon Bascug is a Filipino politician. He currently serves as a member of the Philippine House of Representatives representing the 1st District of Agusan del Sur. [1]
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