Martin McGuinness' son names baby boy after his father

Martin McGuinness passed away in March this year after a short illness.

Emmett McGuinness shared the news of his son's birth on social media on Sunday.

"Baby Máirtín Rua McGuinness, born last night [Saturday]. Altnagelvin hospital brought back very mixed emotions but today is a good day. Over the moon," said Emmett.

Replying to the good news, Sinn Fein Senator, Padraig MacLochlainn said: "Congratulations to you both. Wonderful news."