The Governor of Akwa Ibom State, Pastor Umo Eno, has announced the funeral arrangements for his late wife, Pastor (Mrs) Patience Umo Eno.
The Frontier reports that the First Lady of the oil-rich state passed away on September 26, 2024.
A statement dated November 7, 2024 announcing the funeral arrangements was issued this afternoon and signed by the Secretary to the State Government, Prince Enobong Uwah, who doubles as Chairman, Funeral Central Planning Committee.
Uwah in the statement made available to The Frontier said the events will commence with Opening of Mourning House on November 20, 2024.
November 20 – 26 is for Condolence Visits while Night of Worship and Tributes will be held on November 22.
Other activities are as follows: Service of Songs on November 27 and Funeral Service November 29.
Below is the full statement:
PRESS RELEASE
UNEXPECTED SUNSET
FUNERAL ANNOUNCEMENT OF HER EXCELLENCY, PASTOR (MRS) PATIENCE UMO ENO
Following the painful demise of the First Lady of Akwa Ibom State, Pastor (Mrs) Patience Umo Eno on September 26, 2024, the bereaved family in consultation with the State Government, has approved the announcement of the funeral events as follows:
20th November, 2024 : Opening of Mourning House
20th – 26th November, 2024 : Condolence Visits
22nd November, 2024 : Night of Worship and Tributes at the International Christian Worship
Centre – Uyo
Time: 6PM
27th November, 2024: Service of Songs at Country Home, Ikot Ekpene Udo, Nsit Ubium LGA.
Time: 6PM- 8PM
29th November, 2024 : Funeral Service at Country Home, Ikot Ekpene Udo, Nsit Ubium LGA.
Time: 10Am
The family is deeply grateful for the overwhelming love and support from people and organizations across the country and beyond, and further requests continued prayers, understanding and solidarity in the days leading up to the funeral.
Condolence Messages should be sent to:
Condolencesforfirstlady@akwaibomstate.gov.ng latest 11th November, 2024, while those seeking enquiries should mail enquiries@akwaibomstate.gov.ng or call:
Hon. Otobong Edemidiong (Director of Protocol) +234 806 930 3636. Dr. Frank Ekpenyong (SSA- ICT) +234 708 679 1833
Signed:
Prince Enobong Uwah
Secretary to the State Government and Chairman, Central Planning Committee
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