BREAKING: Governor Eno Speaks After Losing Wife, Patience
by by Bada Yusuf · Legit.ng News · Join- Akwa Ibom state governor, Umo Eno, has expressed gratitude to the well-wishers who have stayed with his family during a trying time
- Governor Eno made the comment while speaking on his wife, Patience's death, after battling an undisclosed illness on Thursday, September 26
- According to the statement, the governor expressed confidence that governance in the state would not be affected and begged for privacy for his family
Umo Eno, the governor of Akwa Ibom, has spoken hours after the death of his wife was announced on Friday morning, September 27.
In a statement by the state government, Pastor Mrs Patience Umo Eno died on Thursday, September 26, at a hospital following an illness. However, the statement did not indicate the hospital and the type of illness the late first lady fought.
Governor Eno sends message to well-wisher
The governor appreciated well-wishers who supported the state's first family and promised that the development would not affect the state's running.
The statement reads in part:
"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."
In the statement, signed by the state commissioner for information, Ini Ememobong, the family requested privacy as they grieve. The press release confirmed that Governor Umo Eno remains dedicated to his role despite the personal tragedy.
See the statement here:
Akwa Ibom governor takes action on fuel scarcity
Legit.ng earlier reported that Governor Eno of Akwa Ibom state has constituted a committee to address the sudden increase in the cost of fuel prices in the state.
Fuel is being sold at ₦2,500 in the oil-rich state after the joint task force of Operation Delta Safe allegedly confiscated trucks belonging to IPMAN members.
According to the governor, the committee is responsible for addressing the fuel crisis in the state and bringing down the price of the commodity.
Akwa Ibom NYSC coordinator is missing
The NYSC has pleaded for public assistance in locating its Akwa Ibom state coordinator, Okun Christopher.
According to the NYSC, Christopher was kidnapped by some unknown person along with his driver, Daniel Effiong Asibong, in an official vehicle on Monday, July 29, 2024.
The NYSC called on the public for assistance from anyone who may have knowledge of their whereabouts, adding that they were kidnapped between Akwa Ibom and Delta.