Senate to pay tribute to deceased former Senate President Nene Pimentel on Wednesday, Oct. 23

(Eagle News)–The Senate is expected to pay tribute to the deceased former Senate President Nene Pimentel on Wednesday, Oct. 23.

In a statement, the Senate said during the event, Senate President Tito Sotto will present a resolution to Pimentel’s family, expressing the Senate’s sympathy and condolence over the former Senate President’s passing.

A public viewing will also be held, after which the Senate will host an early lunch for the late senator’s family and relatives.

The Senate has been flying its flag at half-mast since Sunday, Oct. 20, as a sign of mourning.

Pimentel, Senator Koko Pimentel’s father, died earlier that day after battling lymphoma and pneumonia.