Akwa Ibom First Lady passes away after brief illness

In a tragic turn of events, Akwa Ibom State has lost its First Lady, Pastor Mrs. Patience Umo Eno9, wife of the Executive Governor, Pastor Umo Eno. The news of her passing was confirmed early Friday morning, September 27, 2024, in a statement released by the State Commissioner for Information, Ini Ememobong.

The First Lady passed away on September 26, 2024, after battling a yet-to-be-disclosed illness.
The statement, titled “Unexpected Sunset,” revealed that she died peacefully in the presence of her family.
The government and the Eno family have requested privacy during this difficult time, while further details regarding the burial arrangements are expected to be made public later.

Governor Umo Eno expressed deep sorrow but assured the people of Akwa Ibom that his dedication to serving the state remains firm, despite this painful personal loss. The government has called on citizens to offer prayers and support for the bereaved family during this trying period.
The Governor, expressed appreciation to all who have stood by the first family in this period and assured all the citizens that despite the huge personal loss, his commitment to the service of the state is unwavering.