By BASHIR ADEFAKA
The apostle of A.R.I.S.E. Agenda and Governor of Akwa Ibom State, Pastor Umo Eno, took time out on Friday to grace the funeral ceremony for late Mrs Vivian Enize Paul Ekpo, wife of Member House of Representatives, representing Etnan Federal Constituency, Hon Paul Ekpo, on Friday.
From Left: H.E. Pastor Umo Eno, Governor of Akwa Ibom State, MHR Paul Ekpo, and former Governor Udom Emmanuel, during Hon Ekpo’s late wife burial at Nkana Village, Southern Iman, Etnan Local Government Area, on Friday August 4, 2023.
In a post on his verified Facebook social media network, Governor Eno paid glowing tribute to the late amazon he described as an “educationist par excellence”, considering the many souls she had impacted positively during her lifetime.
The burial ceremony, held at Nkana Village, Southern Iman, in Etinan Local Government Area of the state on Friday, saw the presence of many dignitaries who thronged the village to be counted as part of those that paid their last respect to the departed.
“I attended the burial ceremony of late Mrs Vivian Enize Paul Ekpo, the late wife of the member representing Etinan Federal Constituency in the National Assembly, and former state party chairman of the PDP, Obong Hon. Paul Ekpo at Nkana Village- Southern Iman, Etinan Local Government Area.
“As we gathered to pay our final respects, it became abundantly clear that the legacy of the late Mrs. Vivian Ekpo had woven a tapestry of inspiration and wisdom across a diverse spectrum of lives.
“Her profound influence as an educationist par excellence resonated with each soul she touched, leaving an indelible mark that transcended boundaries.
“May her soul continue to rest in peace, amen,” Governor prayed.
