President Bola Tinubu has condoled with Akwa Ibom Governor, Umo Eno, over the death of his wife, Patience Umo Eno.
The New Daily Prime earlier reported that Mrs Eno died on Thursday after a brief illness in a hospital.
Tinubu’s Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, in a statement, said the President commiserated with the Eno family, the government, and the people of Akwa Ibom state during this grim time.
Mr Tinubu joined them in mourning the painful and profound loss of the state’s First Lady, who he said supported Governor Eno’s administration.
The President affirmed that Patience Eno was a wife to a visionary governor and an ordained gospel minister, embodied humility, resilience, and loyalty.
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President Tinubu acknowledged 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”, the statement added.
