Neric O. Acosta is a Filipino politician. In the 2025 election, he is running for congressman of the first legislative district of Bukidnon Province in Northern Mindanao Region, Philippines.
Personal Information
Complete Name –> Dr. Juan Romeo Nereus Olaivar Acosta
Nickname –> Dr. Neric
Birth Date –> May 14, 1966 (Age )
Hometown –> Manolo Fortich, Bukidnon Province, Philippines
Political Party –> Independent (2025)
Family
Wife –> Carina Chotirawe-Acosta
Education
College – University of the Philippines Diliman
Degree – Political Science
Masters – Master of Arts in Public Affairs, Indiana University of Pennsylvania in the US
Doctorate – PhD in Political Science, University of Hawaii at Manoa
Political Career / Work Experiences
2025 – Candidate for Congressman
2011-2016 – General Manager, Laguna Lake Development Authority
1998-2007 – Congressman, 1st District
1995-1998 – Provincial Board Member
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See also: Famous People from Bukidnon