The wife of the governor of the Akwa Ibom, Patience Umo Eno, has been confirmed dead. In the early morning of Friday, the announcement was made by the commissioner for information, Ini Ememobong in a statement titled “Unexpected Sunset”
According to him, she passed away due to a short illness on Thursday even after being surrounded by her loved ones.
The 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.
It added, “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.”
