Dr. Dakuku Peterside, the former director general and chief executive officer of the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA), has commiserated with the people of Akwa Ibom State over the death of the state First Lady, Mrs. Patience Umo Eno.
In a press statement he signed, the former member of the National Assembly said the death of Mrs Eno has cast a gloom as she was a pillar of compassion while alive.
The statement read; “At moments like this, when the world comes to a standstill, I find that words struggle to convey the depth of our collective grief.
“A profound emptiness engulfs us, intertwined with shock, unanswered questions, and immeasurable sorrow. I mourn the irreplaceable loss of Mrs.
“Patience Umo Eno, a luminous soul whose light brightened countless hearts. She was not merely the beloved wife of our esteemed Governor Umo Eno; she was a steadfast pillar of compassion, wisdom, and unwavering grace.
“A woman who had a special passion for the worship of God Almighty, was a patriot in her own right, and was a true mother in every ramification.
“My deepest condolences go out to my dear brother, friend, and pastor, Governor Umo Eno, his entire family, and the great people of Akwa Ibom. Her memory will forever inspire us, and may her soul find eternal rest.”


