Governor of Akwa Ibom State, Umo Eno, announced with happiness, “I have successfully defended my Doctoral Degree in Public Administration in the Department of Political Science and Administration, University of Uyo!”
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Governor of Akwa Ibom State, Umo Eno. Photo: @_PastorUmoEno |
The Governor dedicated the “accomplishment” to his late wife, Pastor (Mrs.) Patience Umo Eno, who he said, “encouraged me to pursue this academic goal”.
Patience Umo Eno died on Thursday 26 September, 2024 “following an illness”, as disclosed by the Akwa Ibom Government.
According to Governor Eno: “I’m happy to share that I have successfully defended my Doctoral Degree in Public Administration in the Department of Political Science and Administration, University of Uyo! My thesis, titled “Government and Private Sector Development: A Study of Small and Medium Scale Enterprises in Akwa Ibom State,” is a blueprint that aligns with my vision for strengthening SMEs in the state.
This accomplishment is dedicated to my late wife, Pastor (Mrs.) Patience Umo Eno, who encouraged me to pursue this academic goal. I know she is smiling down with pride.
Thank you to the University of Uyo, my professors, and everyone who supported me on this journey!”