…family, State Government mourn
Governor of Akwa Ibom State, His Excellency, Pastor Umo Eno has lost his wife; Her Excellency, Pastor (Mrs) Patience Umo Eno to the cold hands of death.
According to a release signed by the State Commissioner for Information, Comrade Ini Ememobong Essien, the governor’s wife died peacefully at an undisclosed hospital on September 26, 2024.
The Press Release tagged “Unexpected Sunset” read: “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”.
While thanking all who stood by the first family “…in this period”, the release quoted the governor to have stated that despite the huge personal loss, his commitment to the service of the State was 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”.
After serving as Commissioner under his former boss and immediate-past governor of the State; Mr. Udom Emmanuel, Pastor Umo Eno emerged as governor in 2023 with late Mrs. Patience Umo Eno as First Lady.