Gov Eno Mourns Demise of Two Journalists

Akwa Ibom State Governor, Pastor Umo Eno, has expressed shock on the sudden death of two members of the Nigerian Union of Journalists, NUJ, Akwa Ibom State Council, Comrade Patience John and Comrade Esther Ukpe.

In a statement released by his Chief Press Secretary, Mr. Ekerete Udoh, Governor Eno described their demise as a huge loss to the journalism profession in the State.


The Governor acknowledged the contributions of the two deceased journalists in disseminating the ARISE Agenda of his administration, noting that they will be sorely missed.

Governor Eno extended his heartfelt sympathies to the families of the departed journalists, the members of the Akwa Ibom State Council of the NUJ and National Association of Women Journalists, NAWOJ. 

"The late Comrade Patience John of the Akwa Ibom Broadcasting Corporation, AKBC TV Service, was an integral part of the Press Corps in my Office  and was noted as a diligent and hardworking professional." 

"While we were struggling to absorb the sad news  of her death, then came news of the sudden death of yet another journalist, Comrade Esther Ukpe of the Federated Chapel of the Union. This is deeply sad and unfortunate."

“May God console their families, the NUJ family and grant their souls, eternal repose”, he said. 

The Governor reassured the media community that his administration will continue to identify with media professionals, saying that they are integral part of his plans and policies, which are geared towards leaving a lasting legacy of development in the State.


Media Unit

Govt House,Uyo

04/09/24

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