By Busari Kabirat
Patience Umo Eno, who is the first lady of Akwa Ibom is dead.
This was made known in a statement earlier issued on Friday by Ini Ememobong, who is the state’s Commissioner for Information.
It was made known that the First Lady died on Thursday in a hospital right in her family presence.
According to Ini Ememobong, burial arrangement details will be provided when due, also appreciated Governor Umo Eno, the entire family and friends who stood by the family in this period.
Statement reads: “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.”
