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Akwa Ibom First Lady Patience Umo Eno Passes Away
Patience Umo Eno, the First Lady of Akwa Ibom State, has passed away.
Her death was announced by the State Commissioner for Information, Ini Ememobong, through an official statement released early on Friday.
Ememobong disclosed that Mrs. Eno died on Thursday in a hospital, surrounded by her family.
The announcement conveyed deep sorrow over her loss and emphasized the family’s acceptance of the will of God.
“With heavy hearts, 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, with her loved ones by her side,” the statement read.
The family has expressed gratitude for the outpouring of support they have received during this difficult time and requested continued prayers as they navigate their grief.
They also appealed for privacy to allow them to mourn their beloved wife, mother, and grandmother.
Governor Umo Eno extended his appreciation to those who have shown solidarity with the family, acknowledging the comfort and strength provided by friends, well-wishers, and the people of Akwa Ibom State.
Despite this immense personal loss, the Governor remains committed to his duties and to the progress of the state.
Further details about funeral arrangements and memorial services will be communicated by the family in due time.
For now, the focus is on honoring the life and legacy of Pastor Mrs. Patience Umo Eno, a woman who was deeply loved and respected within her community.
Her death marks a significant loss for the people of Akwa Ibom State, and her memory will be cherished by all who knew her.
Lagos State Police react to claims of them taking money from dispatch riders on the Coastal Road in Lagos.
It started after a rumour was shared that police arrest and take money from riders as a demand for high bribes, sometimes reaching ₦200,000, and seize motorcycles if not given.
The Police Public Relations Officer, SP Benjamin Hundeyin, then addressed the claims online and stated in his statement that he disagreed that the rumour is true and stated, “The spread of misinformation only causes more harm than good. In this era, we can and must do better.”
It has been announced by the governor of Ogun that Tuesday 3rd of February is a public holiday in order to mark the 50th anniversary of the state creation.
This public holiday declaration was released in a statement by the secretary of the state, Tokunbo Talabi.
He then added that the holiday will provide as a day for the citizens to participate in the activities for the state milestone.
Former Kogi politician, Dino Melaye, faces backlash from the public after he shared a video on social media of him abroad and living well through his luxurious lifestyle.
In the same video, he speaks about Nigeria’s current economy and shares his disappointment.
He wrote, “See country, God help us to build a true nation where our wicked leaders will be in jail and the right people in power. Nigeria must be fixed. YES WE CAN.”
However, many state that what he posted and what he is saying contradict each other, and they accused him of sharing his own records to know if he was a corrupt leader.
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