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Quirino Governor Dakila Carlo Cua Dies at 48
Quirino Gov. Dakila Carlo "Dax" Cua, a prominent figure in regional governance and legislative reform, passed away Tuesday evening. The veteran public servant leaves behind a 25-year career marked by youth leadership initiatives and local development advocacy.
LSN Philippines ·
CABARROGUIS, QUIRINO — Quirino Governor Dakila Carlo "Dax" Cua died Tuesday night, concluding a quarter-century tenure in public service that established him as a key voice in provincial governance and legislative reform. He was 48.
Cua built his career on advocacy for youth leadership and local governance improvements, serving in various capacities throughout his extended time in public life. His tenure as governor was characterized by efforts to advance provincial development and implement legislative changes aimed at benefiting constituents.
The provincial government confirmed his passing, with his family requesting prayers and public support during their period of mourning. Arrangements are underway to transport his remains to his home province as the family and the region prepare to honor his contributions to public service.
Governor Cua's death marks the loss of a seasoned administrator whose work spanned multiple generations of provincial leadership in the Cagayan Valley region.