Akwa Ibom declares friday work-free day to honour late first lady

The late Patience Umo Eno
The Akwa Ibom State Government has declared Friday, November 29, 2024, a work-free day to honor the late First Lady, Patience Eno.

In a statement issued on Wednesday, Enobong Uwah, the Secretary to the State Government, announced that the decision was made to allow Akwa Ibom residents and other well-wishers the opportunity to pay their final respects to the late First Lady.

“Following the final home-going arrangements for our beloved First Lady, Her Excellency, Pastor (Mrs) Patience Umo Eno, and in consultation with the bereaved family, the Akwa Ibom State Government has declared Friday, November 29, 2024, a work-free day in her honor,” the statement read.

“This day will provide an opportunity for Akwa Ibomites to pay their last respects at her funeral in Ikot Ekpene Udo, Nsik Ubuim Local Government Area.”

“May the soul of our departed First Lady rest in eternal peace in the presence of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.”