Akwa Ibom govt confirms death of state gov’s wife

Akwa Ibom govt confirms death of state gov’s wife

Mrs Patience Martha Umo Eno, wife of Akwa Ibom governor, Pastor Umo Eno, is dead.

Akwa Ibom State Commissioner for

Information, Ini Ememobong, confirmed this in a statement on Friday.

The commissioner said the first lady died on Thursday in a hospital in the presence of her family.

The statement said, “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.

“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.”

Her pet project

Patience Eno was affectionately referred to as Eka Iberedem Akwa Ibom, which means “Mother and Strong Pillar of Akwa Ibom.”

She founded the Golden Initiative For All (GIFA), a foundation focused on providing shelter, food, and education to the poor and vulnerable in Akwa Ibom.