Remi Tinubu Backs Gov Eno’s Daughter As Acting First Lady In Akwa Ibom

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BY EDMOND ODOK – Nigeria’s First Lady of Nigeria, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, has backed Governor Umo Eno’s decision to appoint his daughter, Mrs Helen Eno Obareki, to occupy the First Lady office in Akwa Ibom State following the passing of his wife, Pastor Patience Umo Eno.

First Lady Remi Tinubu

Senator Tinubu, who threw her weight behind Mrs Obareki’s appointment during a condolence visit to the Eno family in Uyo, the Akwa Ibom State capital, noted that such practices are seen in strong democracies like the United States.

Accompanied by Hajia Nana Shettima, wife of the Vice President, as well as wives of State governors and presiding officers of the National Assembly, Senator Tinubu described the appointment as representing a thoughtful way of  sustaining the late Patience Eno’s legacy, particularly through her pet project, the Golden Initiative For All (GIFA).

She acknowledged late Pastor Patience Eno’s support for her own national pet project as well as dedication to her husband’s ARISE governance agenda, adding; “Politics aside, we are all Nigerians, and one of the things I thank God for is the opportunity to show love and care when we meet people.

“I want to thank God for Patience’s life, though short, she completed her race. May God comfort you, your family, and your children. I will always be here for you”.

In her words of encouragement to the governor’s daughter, the First Lady said; “Helen, your Mom didn’t bring you to me for nothing, and it’s a blessing that your Mom’s colleagues and the Vice President’s wife are here to support you. I know you well, and I believe God will guide you. You will accomplish even more than your mother, and He will grant you good health.”

Speaking during the visit, Governor Umo Eno, while reflecting on the deep bond with his late wife, said; “I married her when she was 19, and I was 22. I called her Oluwa-Kemi because she was truly a gift from God, a source of comfort and succor.

“We went through many challenges together, and we shared in both victories and losses. Her passing is an irreplaceable loss for me.

“She was my embodiment of the biblical virtuous woman, my greatest supporter, and also my toughest critic. Her absence will be felt for the rest of my life”.

Introducing his daughter, Mrs. Helen Eno Obareki, to handle the First Lady’s  duties in acting capacity, Governor Eno said; “It is not an easy task ahead. But 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.”

He expressed confidence in his daughter’s ability to preserve the values and vision of her late mother, pledging to sustain the projects initiated through the First Lady’s Office.

Meanwhile, Governor Eno has also addressed speculations in the public space about taking a second wife following the recent demise of his dear wife, P

Making light of the situation when the Senate President Godswill Akpabio paid him condolence visit, the Governor said; “I’m not considering remarrying anytime soon”, even as he said joking that he doesn’t have the money to pay another bride price.

While noting that the vacancy left by his late wife cannot be filled, Governor Eno said; “Her legacy will live on in our hearts. She initiated several projects, and that’s why I introduced our daughter, Helen, to the First Lady.

“She will step into the office to coordinate the work, ensuring the Office of the First Lady continues the programs my wife started.”

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