A’Ibom PDP Suspends LG Campaign Over Death Of Eno’s Wife

The People’s Democratic Party (PDP) in Akwa Ibom State has put its political campaign for the forthcoming Local Government elections on hold following the death of the state’s First Lady, Patience Umo Eno.

Recall that the Local Government elections in Akwa Ibom are scheduled to hold in October and political parties have been campaigning for votes across the State.

However, the death of Mrs Patience Eno on Thursday following an undisclosed illness, has aborted the party plan to go ahead with the campaigns plans as the Governor of the State, Pastor Umo Eno is the leader of the PDP in the State.

CityMirrorNews had earlier reported that the Commissioner for Information and Strategy in Akwa Ibom, Ini Emembong announced the passing of the First Lady.

The statement reads, “It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of the wife of the Executive Governor of Akwa Ibom State, Her Excellency, Pastor Mrs. Patience Umo Eno, following an illness.

“She passed away peacefully at the hospital on 26th September 2024, in the presence of her family.

“The family submits to the will of the Almighty and asks for the prayers and support of kind-hearted individuals during this difficult time.

“Further details will be provided by the family as necessary. In the meantime, the family kindly requests privacy as they mourn their beloved wife, mother, and grandmother.

“His Excellency, the Governor, Pastor Umo Eno appreciates all who have stood by the first family in this period and assures all the citizens that despite this huge personal loss, his commitment to the service of the state is unwavering.”