The first lady of Akwa Ibom died on Thursday in hospital.
In a statement issued by Bayo Onanuga, his special adviser on information and strategy, the president described Patience as a woman who left behind an impressive legacy, calling her death a “profound loss”.
Tinubu extended his sympathies to Umo Eno, Akwa Ibom governor, the Eno family, and the people of the state, while offering “reassurance and support”
The statement reads.
“On behalf of the Federal Government, the president commiserates with the Eno family, the government, and the people of Akwa Ibom state during this grim time.
“The president joins them in mourning the painful and profound loss of the state’s first lady, who has supported Governor Eno’s administration.
The president affirms that Patience Eno, as the wife to a visionary governor and an ordained gospel minister, embodied humility, resilience, and loyalty.
“President Tinubu acknowledges 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.”
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The Southern Governors’ Forum (SGF) also condoled with the governor of Akwa Ibom over the first lady’s death.
In a statement signed by Dapo Abiodun, governor of Ogun and chair of the SGF, the governors described the deceased as a woman “whose kindness touched many lives”.
The statement said Patience was a pillar behind the governor’s successes in the private and public sectors.
“We extend our deepest condolences to Governor Pastor Umo Eno on the tragic passing of his beloved wife, Pastor (Mrs.) Patience Umo Eno,” the statement reads.
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