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The governor of Akwa Ibom state, Umo Eno, has appointed his daughter, Helen Eno-Obareki, as Acting First Lady following the death of his wife, Pastor Patience Eno.
Eno made the announcement during a condolence visit by Nigeria’s First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu.
He expressed confidence in his daughter’s ability to uphold her late mother’s values and vision, ensuring the continuity of the office and its projects, particularly the Golden Initiative For All.
The governor paid an emotional tribute to his late wife, describing her as his greatest supporter and toughest critic.
He recalled their lifelong bond, having married her at 22 when she was just 19.
Senator Tinubu praised the governor’s decision, expressing confidence in Obareki’s ability to excel.
She offered words of encouragement to the acting first lady.
Meanwhile, during a separate visit by Senate President Godswill Akpabio, Governor Eno humorously dismissed rumours of taking a second wife, citing financial constraints.
