Gov Eno Names Daughter Acting First Lady, Tinubu Backs Akwa Ibom Gov
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Gov Eno Names Daughter Acting First Lady, Tinubu Backs Akwa Ibom Gov
By Joy Richardson
The First Lady of Nigeria, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, has praised Governor Umo Eno’s decision to appoint his daughter, Mrs. Helen Eno Obareki, to take over the role of First Lady of Akwa Ibom State following the passing of his wife, Pastor Patience Umo Eno.
During a condolence visit to the Eno family in Uyo on Friday, Senator Oluremi Tinubu expressed her support for Helen Eno Obareki’s appointment, noting that it reflects practices seen in the United States and is a thoughtful way to sustain the late Patience Eno’s legacy, particularly through her pet project, the Golden Initiative For All (GIFA).
Senator Tinubu was accompanied on the condolence visit by Hajia Nana Shettima, wife of the Vice President, as well as wives of state Governors and presiding officers of the National Assembly.
Governor Umo Eno, in his remarks, reflected on his deep bond with his late wife. “I, married her when she was 19, and I was 22. I called her Oluwa-Kemi because she was truly a gift from God, a source of comfort and succor,” he said.
“We went through many challenges together, and we shared in both victories and losses. Her passing is an irreplaceable loss for me. She was my embodiment of the biblical virtuous woman, my greatest supporter, and also my toughest critic. Her absence will be felt for the rest of my life,”.
In her response, Senator Tinubu acknowledged Pastor Patience Eno’s support for her own national pet project as well as her dedication to her husband’s ARISE Governance agenda. May God comfort you, your family, and your children. I will always be here for you,” she assured the governor.
Governor Eno, addressing rumors of him taking a second wife, made light of the situation during a separate condolence visit from Senate President Godswill Akpabio.
