NegOcc guv returns to work while in isolation

Updated TUE · JAN 25, 2022 · 5:41 PM

Negros Occidental Governor Eugenio Jose Lacson returned to work on Tuesday while under home isolation after testing positive for COVID-19 over the weekend.

Lacson will work from home and has designated Vice Governor Jeffrey Ferrer as acting governor since January 23.

The Negros Occidental Provincial Capitol was closed for decontamination on Monday due to at least 22 confirmed cases, including Lacson and 21 employees.

Vice Governor Ferrer issued a memorandum order for the disinfection of offices with confirmed cases and limited operations this week.

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