President Bola Tinubu has extended his heartfelt condolence to Governor Umo Eno of Akwa Ibom state on the shocking demise of his beloved wife, Pastor Patience Umo Eno.
The President, in a release issued on Friday by his Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, commiserated with the Eno family, the government, and the people of Akwa Ibom state during this grim time.
President Tinubu joined them in mourning the painful and profound loss of the state’s First Lady, who has supported Governor Eno’s administration.
The President affirmed that Patience Eno, as the wife to a visionary governor and an ordained gospel minister, embodied humility, resilience, and loyalty.
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 committed 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 expressed his trust in their resilience and strength during this challenging time, offering reassurance and support.
Also, the wife of the President, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, has mourned the passing of the wife of Akwa Ibom state governor, Pastor (Mrs) Patience Umo-Eno.
The First Lady, in a condolence message personally signed by her on Friday, said:
“It is with a heavy heart that I extend my deepest condolences to the Governor of Akwa Ibom State, Pastor Umo Eno, the children, family and the good people of Akwa Ibom on the passing of the First Lady and Renewed Hope Initiative State Coordinator, Pastor Mrs. Patience Umo-Eno.
“Her Excellency was a God-fearing remarkable woman, full of grace and compassion, who was committed to her family, the people of Akwa Ibom State and our dear nation. Her kindness, humility, and dedication to her people will continue to inspire those whose lives she touched. Her demise is indeed a painful one.
“My thoughts and prayers are with His Excellency, children, family, and the entire people of Akwa Ibom State at this difficult time.
“I pray Almighty God grant you strength, comfort to bear this irreplaceable loss and may her gentle soul rest peacefully in the bossom of our Lord.”
Deji Elumoye
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