Akwa Ibom Governor loses wife

Governor Umo Eno of Akwa Ibom State has lost his wife, Patience to the cold hands of death.

Her death was announced in a statement released by the Akwa Ibom State Commissioner for Information, Comrade Ini Ememobong,

According to Ememobong, she died peacefully at the hospital on Thursday, September 26, 2024, in the presence of her family.

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“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,” he said.

“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.”

The commissioner said Governor Eno appreciates all who have stood by the first family in this trying period.

Eno has also assured all Akwa Ibomites that despite this huge personal loss, his commitment to the service of the state is unwavering.