Akwa Ibom State Governor loses wife

The wife of Akwa Ibom State Governor, Pastor Mrs Patience Umo Eno, is dead.  She died on Thursday at an undisclosed hospital in the presence of her family following an illness.

The state Commissioner for Information, Ini Ememobong, made the announcement of the first lady’s death in a statement issued in the early hours of Friday, adding that the family has requested privacy as they mourn their  wife and mother.

The statement said despite the death of his wife, Governor Eno assured Akwa Ibom people of his commitment to the service of the state. Find out more about Akwa Ibom.

The statement reads: “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 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. People also read this.

“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”.