By Ogenyi Ogenyi,Uyo
Akwa Ibom State government has announced the passing away of the wife of her Governor, Mrs Patience Umo Eno, after a brief illness.
The announcement was contained in a statement made available to newsmen by information commissioner, Comrade Ini Ememobong early on Friday morning.
“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.”The statement said.
The late Mrs Eno was the founder of Golden Initiative for All, GIFA, a pet project she used to touch the lives of thousands of people especially women and children in the state.
