By Kayode Sanni-Arewa
The House of Representatives Minority Caucus has condoled with the Governor of Akwa Ibom, Pastor Umo Eno over the passage of his wife, Mrs Patience Umo Eno.
This was contained in a condolence letter signed by the Caucus Leader, Rep Kingsley Chinda and dated September 30th, 2024.
Read full letter below:
CONDOLENCE MESSAGE
It is with a heavy heart that the leadership and members of the Minority Caucus in the House of Representatives extend our deepest condolences to you, the family, and people of Akwa Ibom state over the death of your dear wife; Pastor (Mrs) Patience Umo Eno, which sad event occured on 26th September, 2024.
As a Caucus, we are personally touched, and deeply pained by the shocking, and sudden passing of Mrs. Umo Enoh who has being a major pillar of support, and committed inspiration to all your public service, business enterprise, and ecclesiastical calling. From the testimonies of some of our members, she was an extremely God fearing woman, whose passion for the general well-being, and personal development of people was impactful.
Fondly called, “Eka Iberedem Akwa Ibom (Mother and Strong Pillar of Akwa Ibom)” she touched many lives through her humanitarian initiative, and other altruistic philanthropic engagements. As First Lady of the state, she was truly Mother to All Akwa Ibomites; indigenes and settlers.
Your Excellency, no doubt this is a trying period for you, the entire family, government, and people of the state. Given her unflinching support, and untiring commitment to the growth of many people; including some members of the Caucus her death is a major loss to all of us. Be assured that, you and the entire family will always be remembered in our prayers for God’s comfort, peace, and joy.
We pray that God will repose her soul, and grant her eternal rest. As the entire family, government and people of Akwa Ibom state look to you for guidance, and direction, we pray that God will endow you with wisdom, knowledge, and understanding to navigate this mourning period, and beyond, Amen.
Accept our condolences, Sir!