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PRESS RELEASE
FIRST LADY OLUREMI TINUBU PAYS CONDOLENCE VISIT TO AKWA IBOM GOVERNOR OVER DEATH OF HIS WIFE
…..”I AM HONORED TO HAVE MET HER”
First Lady of the Federal Republic of Nigeria , Senator Oluremi Tinubu has described the late Wife of Akwa Ibom State Governor, Patience Umo Eno as a peaceful and God-fearing woman who truly loved her people.
She was speaking at the Governor’s Lodge, Uyo, the Akwa Ibom State capital where she condoled with the State Governor, Pastor Umo Eno on the passing of his wife.
In an emotional reflection on her relationship with the deceased, the First Lady said she was honored to have met her, noting that she served her people and finished her course well.
“Politics aside, we are all Nigerians and one of the things I thank God for is when we meet people, we should show love and care. I want to thank God that despite her short time in life she finished her course. God will comfort you the husband, comfort you the children. I will always be here for you”
A condolence register opened in honor of the deceased was signed by the First Lasy after which special prayers were held for the repose of the soul of the deceased and comfort for the family during their grieving moment.
Appreciating the First Lady for being a true mother to all, the Governor noted that party affiliation does not cross her mind when dealing with people
He described his late wife as his greatest partner noting that he would mourn her for the rest of his life.
He however promised to sustain the activities of the First Lady’s office in the state.
The First Lady was joined on the visit by Wife of the Vice President, Hajia Nana Shettima, wives of the leadership of the National Assembly and State governors wives.
SIGNED
Busola Kukoyi
SSA Media to the First Lady of the Federal Republic of Nigeria
4th October 2024
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