Tragedy struck Akwa Ibom State on September 26, 2024, as the wife of Governor Pastor Umo Eno, Pastor Mrs. Patience Umo Eno, passed away. The state Commissioner for Information, Ini Ememobong, announced the First Lady’s death in a press statement titled “Unexpected Sunset”.
According to the statement, Pastor Mrs. Patience Umo Eno died peacefully at a hospital surrounded by family members after an illness. “She passed away peacefully at the hospital on 26th September 2024, in the presence of her family,” the commissioner said.
The family has submitted to God’s will and requested prayers and support from well-wishers during this difficult time. “The family submits to the will of the Almighty and asks for the prayers and support of kind-hearted individuals during this difficult time,” the statement read.
Governor Pastor Umo Eno appreciated the support of the people and assured them that despite this personal loss, his commitment to serving the state remains unwavering. “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 family has requested privacy as they mourn their beloved wife, mother, and grandmother. “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.”
The passing of Pastor Mrs. Patience Umo Eno has sent shockwaves across Akwa Ibom State, with many expected to pay tribute to the late First Lady in the coming days.
