MANILA, Philippines — Former Senate President Aquilino “Nene” Pimentel Jr. passed away at 5 a.m. on Sunday, October 20. “Our beloved Tatay Nene has joined his Creator at 5 a.m. today, Oct. 20, 2019. The elder Pimentel, who hails from Cagayan de Oro, authored the Local Code of the Philippines, RA 7160, that granted greater powers to local governments. He was born on December 11, 1933 and served as Senate President from 2000 to 2001. Aside from his stint as Senate President, Nene Pimentel also served as majority leader and minority leader during his career in the Higher Chamber.

Source: Philippine Daily Inquirer October 20, 2019 00:33 UTC