The wife of the Governor of Ibom State Government, Mrs. Patience Umo Eno is dead.
Pastor Patience as she was fondly called died while battling an undisclosed illness.
The Akwa Ibom State Commissioner for Information, Ini Ememobong in a statement issued on Friday morning in Uyo titled, “Unexpected Sunset” announced the passing of the state first lady.
The statement reads:
“It is with heavy hearts that we (Akwa Ibom Government) 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, m
other 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.