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The Executive Governor of Akwa Ibom State Umo Eno has appointed 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.
The First lady of Nigeria however lauded Eno’s decision to appoint his daughter as Acting First Lady, citing the United States as examples and also the continuity it will bring to the pet projects of Late Patience Eno
Speaking during the condolence visit, Gov Eno said “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.”. He further stated “It is not an easy task ahead. But to maintain the Office of the First Lady and carry forward my late wife’s work, I present our daughter, Helen, to continue the duties of the office. She will work closely with the Deputy Governor and the Commissioner for Women’s Affairs and Social Welfare.”
Speaking further, the first lady said “Politics aside, we are all Nigerians, and one of the things I thank God for is the opportunity to show love and care when we meet people. I want to thank God for Patience’s life, though short, she completed her race. May God comfort you, your family, and your children. I will always be here for you,” she assured the governor.
Senator Tinubu also gave Helen, the Acting First Lady, few words of encouragement “Politics aside, we are all Nigerians, and one of the things I thank God for is the opportunity to show love and care when we meet people. I want to thank God for Patience’s life, though short, she completed her race. May God comfort you, your family, and your children. I will always be here for you,” she assured the governor.
In a separate condolence visit, this time by Senate President, Godswill Akpabio, Governor addressed the rumor about taking a second wife, saying he doesn’t have money tp pay a second bride price “I’m not considering remarrying anytime soon,”I don’t have the money to pay another bride price. He emphasized that the vacancy left by his late wife cannot be filled. “Her legacy will live on in our hearts. She initiated several projects, and that’s why I introduced our daughter, Helen, to the First Lady. She will step in to coordinate the work, ensuring that the Office of the First Lady continues the programs my wife started.”
