Former PNM MP NiLeung Hypolite has passed away. 

In recent months he had been battling a rare form of cancer called Acute Adult T-cell Leukemia/Lymphoma.

He passed away on October 19th.

Mr Hypolite was elected MP for Laventille West  in November 2007, and again in May 2010.

He also previously served on several occasions as a Temporary Senator.