President Bola Tinubu has expressed his condolences following the death of Pastor Patience Umo Eno, the wife of Akwa Ibom Governor Umo Eno.
As a reminder, the state Commissioner for Information, Ini Ememobong, announced the First Lady’s passing in a statement released in the early hours of Friday.
Ememobong indicated that she died on Thursday in a hospital, surrounded by her family.
In a statement issued on Friday, President Tinubu described her death as “shocking” and conveyed his heartfelt sympathies to the Governor, the Eno family, and the people of Akwa Ibom State.
The statement, signed by Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser to the President on Information & Strategy, highlighted President Tinubu’s condolences to the Governor and the citizens of Akwa Ibom during this challenging time.
He recognized Pastor Patience Umo Eno’s dedicated service to the state, particularly through her ‘Golden Initiative for All,’ which positively affected the lives of women, children, and vulnerable individuals.
President Tinubu lauded Pastor Patience Umo Eno’s humility, resilience, and loyalty, emphasizing that her legacy will continue to inspire future generations. He prayed for comfort for the grieving family, friends, and relatives, trusting in their strength during this difficult period.
The full statement reads:
President Bola Tinubu extends his heartfelt condolence to Governor Umo Eno of Akwa Ibom state on the shocking passing of his beloved wife, Pastor Patience Umo Eno.
On behalf of the Federal Government, the President commiserates with the Eno family, the government, and the people of Akwa Ibom state during this grim time.
The President joins them in mourning the painful and profound loss of the state’s First Lady, who has supported Governor Eno’s administration.
The President affirms that Patience Eno, as the wife to a visionary governor and an ordained gospel minister, embodied humility, resilience, and loyalty.
President Tinubu acknowledges that through her ‘Golden Initiative for All,’ she demonstrated her passion for serving the people and residents of Akwa Ibom state with love, honesty, and dedication, leaving a positive impact that will continue to inspire future generations.
He trusts that her selfless service to improve the lives of women, children, and the vulnerable will forever remain an important part of Akwa Ibom’s history, a legacy that will continue to inspire and be appreciated by future generations.
President Tinubu commits the grieving family, friends, and relatives to the comfort of the eternal God, who is the source of life and holds the future of all creation in his hands. He expresses his trust in their resilience and strength during this challenging time, offering reassurance and support.