Published June 14, 2021, 12:28 PM
DAVAO CITY – Davao Oriental Governor Nelson Dayanghirang has returned to work after recovering from coronavirus disease.
In a statement, the provincial government of Davao Oriental said Dayanghirang resumed office on Thursday, June 10. Dayanghirang and his wife, Nanette, announced on May 25 that they were found positive for COVID-19.
“After recovering from COVID-19, Gov. Nelson Dayanghirang has been allowed by his physicians to resume office duty starting today, June 10, 2021,” the provincial government said.
“He is now allowed to physically go back to work provided that his engagements will be limited to priority activities only for the meantime, as sanctioned and approved by his health team,” it said.
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Metro Manila (CNN Philippines, June 10) Davao del Sur Governor Douglas Cagas died from COVID-19 complications on Thursday, his family confirmed in a message posted on the local government s Facebook page. It is with our deepest sorrow that we announce the passing of Governor Douglas Dodo Cagas this morning, owing to COVID complications, the announcement read.
Netizens have posted their condolences on the page, along with message of thanks for Cagas service.
Cagas began his career in politics in the 80s and became governor of the province in 2007, serving until 2013. He again served as governor from 2016 until 2019, and from 2019 up to the present.