MANILA, Philippines — The Senate paid tribute to former Senator Victor Ziga in a necrological service, remembering and celebrating his legacy as a dedicated public servant, on Wednesday.
First to deliver his eulogy was former Senator Joey Lina, who served in the 8th Congress with Ziga.
Lina’s eulogy very well summed up the collective sentiment of attendees that Ziga’s passing “is our nation’s loss.”
Ziga served as a senator from 1987 to 1992 and was a former assemblyman from 1984 to 1986.
“Indeed, let me say that your loss is our nation’s loss,” Lina said, addressing Ziga’s family.
“There is no doubt, our dearly beloved colleague in the 8th Congress was a high achiev…
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