Oluremi Tinubu visits Akwa Ibom gov over wife’s death

Nigeria’s First Lady, Mrs. Oluremi Tinubu, on Friday, described the late Wife of Akwa Ibom State Governor, Mrs. Patience Umo Eno, as a peaceful and God-fearing woman who truly loved her people.

Mrs. Tinubu spoke at the Governor’s Lodge, Uyo, the Akwa Ibom State capital, where she condoled with the State Governor, Umo Eno, on the passing of his wife last Friday, September 27.

Senior Special Assistant on Media to the First Lady, Mrs. Busola Kukoyi, revealed this in a statement she signed Friday titled, ‘First Lady Oluremi Tinubu pays condolence visit to Akwa Ibom Governor over the death of his wife, saying ‘I am honoured to have met her’’

In an emotional reflection on her relationship with the deceased, the First Lady said she was honoured 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 that 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.”

The First Lady also signed a condolence register opened in honour of the deceased, after which special prayers were held for the repose of Mrs. Umo Eno’s soul 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 the Wife of the Vice President, Hajiya Nana Shettima, wives of the leadership of the National Assembly and the State governor’s wives.