
The All Progressives Congress (APC) has expressed its heartfelt grief over the passing of the Akwa Ibom State First Lady, Mrs Patience Umo Eno.
The First Lady, according to reports passed on on Thursday, September 26 in an undisclosed hospital.
APC, in its condolence message issued by the National Publicity Secretary, Felix Morka said, “It is with great shock and sadness that the All Progressives Congress (APC) received the news of the passing of the First Lady of Akwa Ibom state, Mrs Patience Umo Eno.
“We extend our heartfelt condolences to the Governor of Akwa Ibom State, His Excellency, Pastor Umo Eno, on the passing of his beloved wife.
“The late Mrs Patience Umo Eno, will be fondly remembered as a wonderful and God-fearing human being, a social entrepreneur and avid humanitarian who championed a great many causes to uplift and better the lives of her people.
“Her noble strides will, no doubt, remain evergreen in the hearts of all she touched and blessed with her life.
“Our solemn thoughts and prayers are with the first family, the government, and good people of Akwa Ibom State at this difficult time.
“May the soul of the late Mrs. Patience Umo Eno, find eternal rest. Amen.”