Akwa Ibom state government has disclosed the sudden death of the First Lady, Pastor Mrs. Patience Umo Eno, wife of the Executive governor.
Though, the exact cause of her demise was not disclosed but a state by the state Commissioner for Information, Ini Ememobong, explained that she passed away peacefully at the hospital, on 26th September, 2024, following an illness.
The full text of the statement reads:
PRESS RELEASE
UNEXPECTED SUNSET
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.
Signed:
Comrade Ini Ememobong, mnipr
Honourable Commissioner for Information
