‘UNEXPECTED HUMILITY’ | Officials, political rivals mourn passing of former President Noynoy Aquino

June 24, 2021 , 12:25 PM

(June 24, 2021) – Following the announcement of the death of former President Benigno “Noynoy” Aquino III on Thursday, a wave of messages poured in for the late chief executive and his family.

Senate President Tito Sotto said despite the political factions, the entire country mourns when a former leader passes away.

“His (Aquino’s) death diminishes us all. Sincerest condolences from the Senate and my family to the family of President Benigno C. Aquino III,” said Sotto in a statement.

Despite the long bitter history between their families, Sen. Imee Marcos hailed Aquino.

“I will always treasure the memories of our long years together as freshmen legislators and members of a tiny opposition. For beyond politics and much public acrimony, I knew Noynoy the kind and simple soul. He will be deeply missed,” said Marcos.

Former Vice President Jejomar Binay, who also had his fair share of disputes with Aquino, acknowledged the relationship built by their families.

“Noynoy and I may have had political differences during the last few years of his term, but that will not diminish the many years of friendship between our families. My deepest condolences to the family. Godspeed, Pareng Noy,” said Binay in a Twitter post.

Sen. Sonny Angara, meanwhile, pointed out that Aquino introduced widespread reforms and espoused a “strong anti-corruption policy” during his term.

“‘Walang wang-wang, walang counterflow, walang tong,’ ‘Walang tongpats,”Kayo ang boss ko.’ These are just some of the quotes of P-Noy that are forever etched in the hearts and minds of every Filipino and aptly captures his stance against the abuse of power by the people in power,” said Angara.

Department of Foreign Affairs secretary Teodoro Locsin Jr., who served as press secretary during the term of former President Cory Aquino, also mourned the death of Aquino. He shared a series of posts on Twitter, including a picture of him with the Aquino family.

“I’m out of Twitter from grief over the death of a sea-green incorruptible, brave under armed attack, wounded in crossfire, indifferent to power and its trappings, and ruled our country with a puzzling coldness but only because he hid his feelings so well it was thought he had none,” said Locsin.

Local government officials also grieved over the passing of Aquino.

“PNoy was a pragmatic man who did the best with the cards that life had dealt him. He inspired us with his unexpected humility. May his legacy continue to lead others to the right path,” said Manila Mayor Isko Moreno.

The Davao City government said it is one with the nation in praying for the eternal repose of the soul of Aquino, adding that the country’s flag in the entire city shall be at half-mast until his burial.

(Kiko Demigillo/PM)

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