The wife of Akwa Ibom's Governor, Pastor Mrs. Patience Umo Eno, has died after an illness. She passed away peacefully at a hospital on September 26, 2024, surrounded by family.
Ini Ememobong, the state commissioner for information, announced the first lady’s passing in a statement issued in the early hours of Friday.
“It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of the Wife of the Executive Governor of Akwa Ibom State, Her Excellency, Pastor Mrs. Patience Umo Eno, following an illness. She passed away peacefully at the hospital, on 26th September, 2024, in the presence of her family,” the statement reads.
Governor Umo Eno expressed gratitude to those who supported the family during this difficult time, assuring citizens that his commitment to serving the state remains unwavering.
“The family submits to the will of the Almighty and asks for the prayers and support of kind-hearted individuals during this difficult time. Further details will be provided by the family as necessary. In the meantime, the family kindly requests privacy as they mourn their beloved wife, mother and grandmother.
“His Excellency, the Governor, Pastor Umo Eno appreciates all who have stood by the first family in this period and assures all the citizens that despite this huge personal loss, his commitment to the service of the state is unwavering.”
The family requests privacy and prayers as they mourn their beloved wife, mother, and grandmother.
