Posted by Ubong ASSAM Jnr[b][/b]


Following Governor Umoh Eno's heartfelt birthday appeal to support the less privileged and vulnerable, Mrs. Tima Asuakak Umoh, wife of the Secretary, Transition Committee of Ibiono Ibom LGA, on Wednesday, showcased remarkable kindness and compassion.

Recall that the Clergyman-turned-Governor had instructed that instead of throwing lavish celebrations, those who wish to celebrate his birthday should channel their resources to the vulnerable, and Mrs. Umoh took this instruction to heart. She visited St. Theresa's Hospital, Use Abat, where she and her team were received by the Matron of the health facility, Regina Fabian. At Eduwem Clinic, Ntan Akpan Udom, Mrs. Umoh was received by Dr. Effiong Inyang, where she generously paid the hospital bills at the two facilities and presented bags containing beverages and other essential items to bring joy and comfort to all patients.

At St. Theresa's Hospital, Mrs. Ekaette Paul, a patient who benefited from Mrs. Umoh's kindness, on behalf of nine other beneficiaries expressed her gratitude: 'I was worried about how to pay my hospital bill, but Mrs. Tima's visit has lifted that burden off me. May God bless her and Governor Umoh Eno for their kindness.

''All patients at this hospital are appreciative of your generous monetary gift along with this substantial bag of gift items. We pray to God to bless you, bless our father the Governor, and grant him wisdom to lead Akwa Ibom. I pray to God to give him a long life and protection in Jesus' name.''

Similarly, at Eduwem Clinic, Madam Helen Akpan, another beneficiary, a severe diabetic patient, who spoke on behalf of others, praised Mrs. Umoh's selfless act: 'We are grateful for your compassion and generosity. Indeed, your visit has brought hope and relief to us, and we pray that God Almighty richly blesses you, your dear husband, and our Governor as he adds another year today.''

However, Matron of St. Theresa's Hospital, Mrs. Regina Fabian, and Chief Medical Director (CMD) of Eduwem Clinic, Dr. Effiong Okon, also commended Mrs. Umoh's humanitarian work, thanking her for identifying with those who need it most on the Governor's birthday.

In a chat with our reporter after the visit, which lasted over four (4) hours, Mrs. Asuakak Umoh lauded her husband for having the vulnerable at heart and graciously planning to visit them at the two hospitals on Governor's Birthday, coinciding with the warm appeal given by the governor to those who wish to celebrate his birthday.

''Our governor is not used to throwing parties and dining with the wealthy during his birthdays. Rather, he often prefers to be with the less privileged. On behalf of my dear husband, we decided to follow the footsteps of the governor and to give our token to our mothers, fathers, brothers, and sisters who are in the hospitals while also praying for their quickest recovery.'

Assuring that her family will make such visits a regular practice, Mrs. Asuakak Umoh, a professional Health Educator, encouraged everyone to keep the Governor and the Akwa Ibom first family in their prayers.

Meanwhile, the Ibiono Ibom secretary's wife was accompanied by her friends, including Mrs. Peace Itohowo Bassey, Barr. (Mrs) Hannah Idara Bassey, Mrs. Peace Prince Hanson, among others.