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Benigno "Ninoy" Simeon Aquino Jr., QSC, CLH, KGCR (/ ə ˈ k iː n oʊ /, locally [bɛˌniːɡ.no ʔɐˈxiː.no]; November 27, 1932 – August 21, 1983) was a Filipino politician who served as a senator of the Philippines (1967–1972) and governor of the province of Tarlac.
Jun 5, 2019 · Benigno Simeon "Ninoy" Aquino Jr. (November 27, 1932–August 21, 1983) was a Filipino political leader who led the opposition against Ferdinand Marcos, the dictator of the Philippines. For his activities, Aquino was imprisoned for seven years.
Benigno Simeon “Ninoy” Aquino Jr. was known by those close to him as the Young Man in a Hurry because of his fast-paced life. At just 17 years old, Ninoy had already caught the interest of public officials for his achievements.
Aug 20, 2016 · MANILA, Philippines – Benigno “Ninoy” Aquino Jr was assassinated on August 21, 1983. Considered one of the staunchest opponents of then president Ferdinand Marcos, Aquino was regarded as a...
Aug 20, 2023 · The late Benigno “Ninoy” S. Aquino, Jr., a prominent figure in Philippine history whose name and story are now confined in history books, has left an indelible mark that continues to resonate with Filipinos and people around the world to this day.
Aug 23, 2021 · Thirty-eight years ago, we lost a Filipino martyr and now a modern day hero, Benigno “Ninoy” Aquino Jr. After his death, the Filipinos finally united in spirit, went out of their comfort zones...
Aug 21, 2021 · Exactly 38 years ago on Saturday, August 21, opposition leader Benigno “Ninoy” Aquino Jr. returned to the Philippines from exile and was killed at an airport now named after him. His death...
Benigno “Ninoy” Aquino Jr. (1932-1983) was a Filipino senator who became the most powerful political opposition leader against Ferdinand Marcos. He was arrested in 1973 on falsified charges of weapons possession and conspiracy against the government and spent seven years in prison.
On August 21, 1983, Benigno S. Aquino, Jr. was fatally shot to the ground as he exited the plane. Rolando Galman, the alleged assassin, was also immediately gunned down by personnel of the Aviation Security Command.
He became the youngest senator in Philippine history at 34. His many achievements, despite his few years of experience, earned him the moniker, "Wonder Boy". His popularity was greatly due to his daring criticism of the Marcos regime. Ninoy frequently challenged the dictatorship.
