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Akwa Ibom State governor, Umo Eno, has described the loss of his wife, Patience Umo Eno, as his most painful regret since assuming office.
Patience Eno passed away on September 26, 2024, after an illness, leaving a profound void in the governor’s life. He admitted that her absence continues to affect him personally and in the discharge of his duties.
In an emotional interview with Arise TV, Governor Eno reflected on his journey so far, highlighting both the accomplishments that have brought him fulfillment and the private grief that has weighed heavily on him. He noted that beyond policies and infrastructure, his greatest pride has been building a bond with the people of Akwa Ibom and focusing on projects that directly impact ordinary citizens, particularly those in rural areas.
“Two projects stand clearly for me,” Eno said. “We have the Arise Compassionate Homes for indigent people. You need to see where these people used to live before now. And then now they can have a place they call home. We’re doing 500 of such homes across the length and breadth of the state, each ward, and we’ve done 267 so far.”
While celebrating such milestones, the governor became visibly emotional as he spoke about his late wife. On his greatest regret, he admitted: “It’s painful. I wish she was here with me right now. Sometimes it’s tough.”
Eno described losing his partner while serving as governor as a heavy burden—one that continues to test his resilience even as he remains committed to carrying out his responsibilities.
