The Akwa Ibom State Government has announced the sudden passing of Pastor Mrs. Patience Umo Eno, wife of the State Governor, Pastor Umo Eno.
In a statement released early Friday morning, the State Commissioner for Information, Ini Ememobong, confirmed the heartbreaking news, revealing that the First Lady passed away after battling an illness.
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The statement titled “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.
“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.”
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