Governor Eno Appoint Daughter As First Lady

In a poignant and emotional address, Governor Umo Eno of Akwa Ibom State revealed that his daughter, Helen Eno-Obareki, would be stepping into the role of Acting First Lady, following the tragic passing of his beloved wife, Pastor Patience Eno.

Paying tribute to his wife, Governor Eno remembered her as his “greatest supporter and toughest critic,” and reaffirmed his commitment to sustaining her legacy through the work of the First Lady’s office.

The appointment of Helen Eno-Obareki as Acting First Lady represents a powerful statement of continuity in the state, ensuring that the important initiatives and projects championed by the late First Lady will continue to be supported and developed.

Governor Eno’s decision to entrust his daughter with this responsibility is a testament to his faith in her abilities and a reflection of the deep trust that existed between him and his late wife.

The emotional address by Governor Eno not only paid tribute to his wife’s memory but also provided a window into the personal journey that brought them together and forged their bond.

As Helen Eno-Obareki assumes her new role as Acting First Lady, she faces the weighty task of carrying forward her mother’s vision for the state and upholding the values that defined her mother’s life.

The support of the First Lady of Nigeria, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, and other dignitaries will undoubtedly provide an important source of encouragement and guidance as Helen navigates this new terrain.

While Helen Eno-Obareki’s appointment as Acting First Lady is a significant milestone, it is also a poignant reminder of the impact that the late First Lady, Pastor Patience Eno, had on the state of Akwa Ibom.

As Governor Umo Eno and the people of Akwa Ibom continue to mourn the loss of a beloved figure, the challenge ahead will be to channel their grief into positive action, ensuring that her legacy lives on through the work of the First Lady’s office.

References and Citations:

• Tribune – Gov Eno names daughter acting first lady following wife passing
• Punch – A’Ibom gov names daughter to oversee  first Lady’s office dismisses remarrying claims
• Vanguard – Eno names daughter acting first Lady, Remi Tinubu backs him

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