Jejomar Binay

Date of Birth: November 11, 1942

Zodiac Sign: Scorpio

Biography

Jejomar “Jojo” Cabauatan Binay, Sr. is a prominent Filipino politician and public servant known for his extensive career in local and national government. Born on November 11, 1942, in Paco, Manila, Binay rose to political prominence as the Mayor of Makati, serving an unprecedented six terms from 1986 to 1998 and again from 2001 to 2010. His tenure as Mayor saw Makati transform into the financial hub of the Philippines, earning him a reputation as an effective local executive. In 2010, Binay was elected as the 13th Vice President of the Philippines, a position he held until 2016. During his vice presidency, he chaired the Housing and Urban Development Coordinating Council (HUDCC) and served as the Presidential Adviser on Overseas Filipino Workers’ (OFW) Concerns. Despite his achievements, Binay’s career has not been without controversy, facing multiple allegations of corruption, which he has consistently denied. Binay has been a significant figure in the United Nationalist Alliance (UNA), a political party he co-founded. His legacy extends through his children, several of whom have followed his footsteps into public service, including his daughter Nancy Binay, a senator, and his son Junjun Binay, who also served as Mayor of Makati.

5 Interesting Facts about Jejomar Binay

1. Jejomar Binay is a lawyer by profession and graduated from the University of the Philippines College of Law in 1967.

2. He was a human rights lawyer during the martial law era under President Ferdinand Marcos and was detained for his activism.

3. Binay’s tenure as Mayor of Makati was marked by the establishment of the Makati Health Program, also known as the “Yellow Card,” which provided health services to residents.

4. His nickname “Jojo” is derived from his given names, Jejomar, which is a combination of “Jesus,” “Joseph,” and “Mary.”

5. He ran for President in the 2016 elections but was unsuccessful, placing fourth in the race.

5 Most Interesting Quotes from Jejomar Binay

1. “Public service is a public trust.”

2. “Our people’s welfare should always come first.”

3. “Leadership is not about power, it is about service.”

4. “I have dedicated my life to serving the Filipino people.”

5. “Corruption has no place in government.”

Highest Net Worth Achieved

At the height of his career, Jejomar Binay’s net worth was reported to be approximately ₱60 million ($1.2 million USD).

Children

Jejomar Binay has five children: 1. Maria Lourdes Nancy Binay – Currently serving as a Senator of the Philippines. 2. Jejomar Erwin “Junjun” Binay Jr. – Former Mayor of Makati. 3. Abigail Binay – Current Mayor of Makati and former Representative of the 2nd District of Makati. 4. Marita Angeline Binay – Known as Anne Binay. 5. Joanna Marie Bianca Binay – Known as “Abby,” who prefers a private life away from politics.