First Lady Mrs. Patience Umo Eno, the wife of the governor of Akwa Ibom State, Umo Eno, is dead.
Her death was announced in a statement on Thursday signed by Comrade Ini Ememobong, Honourable Commissioner for Information, Akwa Ibom State.
According to the statement, 57-year-old Eno, who was reportedly ill, died in her sleep on Thursday at an undisclosed hospital.
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 September 26, 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.”
The 57-year-old woman, who recently celebrated her 37th year wedding anniversary with her husband, is survived by six children.
