Akwa Ibom Gov Names Daughter To Oversee First Lady’s Office, Dismisses Remarrying Claims

Akwa Ibom Governor, Umo Eno, has appointed his daughter, Helen Eno-Obareki, as the Acting First Lady of the state following the death of his wife, Pastor Patience Eno.

The governor made the announcement on Friday during a condolence visit by Nigeria’s First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, and other dignitaries in Uyo.

Eno stated that his daughter would take on the duties of the First Lady, ensuring continuity of the office and the projects initiated by his late wife, particularly the Golden Initiative For All.

“To maintain the Office of the First Lady and carry forward my late wife’s work, I present our daughter, Helen, to continue the duties of the office. She will work closely with the Deputy Governor and the Commissioner for Women’s Affairs and Social Welfare,” the governor said.

In a related development, Governor Eno, also ruled out the possibility of taking a second wife due to financial constraints.

The governor’s statement comes amidst speculation about his personal life, but he has consistently maintained that his focus is on governing the State.

He humorously dismissed the idea during a separate visit by Senate President Godswill Akpabio.

He said, “I’m not considering remarrying anytime soon. I don’t have the money to pay another bride price”.
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