Mayoral bid a divine intervention for Sam Verzosa

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TV host and businessman Sam Verzosa Jr. who is currently running for Mayor of Manila believes intervention has prepared him for his candidacy.

Mayoral candidate Sam Verzosa TMT PHOTO

"I think God prepared me my whole life. With everything that has happened in my life, maybe He was preparing me for this fight, for my current abilities. I believe this is my destiny," he said in a media interview during his campaign kickoff at Dagupan Street, Tondo, Manila.

Verzosa said he has been immersing himself in the lives of Manileños and strengthening his bond with them.

"It's different when you are always with them. It's like love — when you are always together, you become closer. My love for them has intensified, and I want to dedicate all my resources to them. In fact, I am giving everything I have because the need for help never ends," he said.

Acknowledging the struggles of many residents, Verzosa expressed his commitment to providing assistance where it is needed most.

"I just left a place where people needed help with funeral expenses, hospital bills, and food. If no one else would help, I decided I would, as I've been blessed with more than enough. Maybe this is my purpose — what God wants for me — because I came from nothing. My blessings weren't meant for me alone but to share with others. Now, I have the chance to do that in Manila—not just with my resources, but with the intelligence and heart God gave me," he shared.

Verzosa added that his mission goes beyond simply giving; it's also about finding solutions to people's problems. As a civil engineer and businessman, he has overcome many challenges, changed lives, and helped others prosper. He emphasized that the same efforts he has made elsewhere can be applied to Manila to support both the city's development and its people's progress.

The 42-year-old also outlined his three-pronged approach to alleviating poverty in Manila: "Kalusugan, Kaalaman, Kabuhayan" or health, education and livelihood.

He highlighted the interconnectedness of these issues, stating that lack of education and job opportunities contribute to the city's struggles.

"All of these stem from poverty. They cannot afford medical treatment, they cannot study because they are poor, and that leads to unemployment.

"If I provide them with these three, they will have a way to help themselves, rise from poverty, and support their families. That's why we need to address the root problem: poverty. If we empower our citizens through these three K's, we can reduce poverty in Manila," Verzosa explained.

Verzosa dismissed traditional surveys where he currently places third, emphasizing direct engagement with the people as a more accurate measure of public sentiment.

"The real survey is in live videos, live photos — not in pieces of paper that can be edited or bought," he pointed out.

"Watch out for me in your areas because I will go around all of Manila, wherever you are — I will do my best to reach you. There are 896 barangays, and in 45 days, I will try to visit them all," he ended.