It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Patience Umo Eno, the beloved wife of the Executive Governor of Akwa Ibom State and the First Lady of the state. After a battle with illness, she departed this life on Thursday, September 26, 2024, surrounded by her loving family at a hospital.
The news of her passing was made public by Ini Ememobong, the state’s Commissioner for Information, in a statement released early on Friday. The Commissioner expressed the heartfelt appreciation of Governor Umo Eno to all those who stood by the family during this difficult period, providing support and comfort.
“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 statement reads.
“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.”
