Akwa Ibom State Governor, Umo Eno, has addressed recent reports concerning his daughter, Mrs. Helen Obareki, coordinating the Office of the First Lady following the death of his wife, Mrs. Patience Umo Eno, on September 26, 2024.
Speaking during a condolence visit from Nigeria's First
Lady, Mrs. Oluremi Tinubu, Governor Eno clarified that his daughter’s role is
not a political appointment but a continuation of her work as the Special
Assistant to her late mother. He explained that Mrs. Obareki, having closely
worked with her mother, is well-positioned to coordinate the office’s
activities, particularly in overseeing the First Lady’s projects.
Governor Eno emphasized that First Ladies are not
appointed but accompany the governor by virtue of their relationship. He stated
that having his daughter coordinate the office would not only ensure continuity
of the various women-focused initiatives, such as the "Golden Initiative
For All," but also bring comfort to the family during their time of
mourning.
"This decision is not political but a natural step
given her experience, exposure, and familiarity with the office," Eno
explained. He noted that her role would involve keeping the office’s programmes
for women, the elderly, and the vulnerable running smoothly.
He also reaffirmed his commitment to ensuring that the
late First Lady’s initiatives would not be abandoned. "As long as I am
governor, those programmes will continue," he said, stressing that the
choice of his daughter as coordinator was based on trust and proximity.
Governor Eno concluded by expressing his gratitude to
Mrs. Tinubu and her delegation for their support during this difficult time.
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