The Akwa Ibom State Government has issued an official statement addressing serious allegations that have emerged linking Governor Umo Eno to the death of the state's former First Lady.

The statement comes amid growing speculation and rumors circulating on social media and within political circles regarding the circumstances surrounding the former First Lady's passing.

According to government sources, the allegations have been described as "malicious" and "politically motivated," with officials emphasizing that there is no factual basis to connect the Governor to the unfortunate event.

Government's Official Position

The Commissioner for Information and Strategy, who spoke on behalf of the state government, categorically denied any involvement of Governor Umo Eno in the circumstances leading to the former First Lady's death.

"These baseless accusations are not only disrespectful to the memory of the deceased but also constitute a deliberate attempt to tarnish the reputation of the Governor and destabilize the peaceful political atmosphere in Akwa Ibom State," the statement read in part.

The government has urged the public to disregard the rumors and respect the privacy of the former First Lady's family during their period of mourning.

Call for Responsible Journalism

The statement also called on media practitioners and social media users to exercise caution and verify information before publication, warning that the government would not hesitate to take legal action against individuals or organizations spreading unfounded allegations.

"We understand the public's right to information, but this should not be at the expense of truth, decency, and respect for the deceased and her family," the statement emphasized.

Political observers note that the timing of these allegations coincides with recent political developments in the state, suggesting possible political undertones to the accusations.

The government has promised to provide updates on the matter as necessary while focusing on delivering good governance to the people of Akwa Ibom State.

As this situation develops, the state government has appealed for calm and urged citizens to remain focused on supporting initiatives aimed at developing the state rather than being distracted by unfounded allegations.