Obong Unwana
A trending video of His Excellency Pastor Umo Eno PhD, the Governor of Akwa Ibom State, addressing a contractor who was focused on building a mortuary instead of a hospital, has gone viral. While mortuaries are a necessary part of hospitals, it’s striking that the contractor would prioritize it over other essential facilities. Pastor Umo Eno PhD’s reaction is a testament to his commitment to saving lives and promoting healthcare in the state.
This incident highlights the governor’s priorities and approach to leadership. He’s a man who thinks outside the box and prioritizes the needs of his people. Unlike some leaders who are more focused on building mortuaries than hospitals, Pastor Umo Eno PhD is a life-saving leader who understands that the purpose of a hospital is to heal and save lives, not to provide a place for the dead.
As we reflect on his tenure, we see a trailblazer who has chosen to build hospitals, not mortuaries. From building Heath centers in each local government area to the ongoing construction of the Ibom Air Cargo Airport Hospital, Pastor Umo Eno PhD has shown that he values human life and is committed to providing quality healthcare to the people.
The Ibom Deep Seaport, the Ibom Airport, and the ongoing road construction projects are not just infrastructure developments, but lifelines that will boost our economy and improve the quality of life for our people. The governor’s focus on agriculture, through initiatives like the Akwa Ibom State Agricultural Development Programme, is a testament to his commitment to feeding our people and creating jobs.
Pastor Umo Eno PhD has been a champion of social justice, ensuring that the marginalized and vulnerable are protected and empowered. His Excellency’s administration has invested heavily in education, healthcare, and social welfare programmes, demonstrating that he is a leader who cares deeply about the well-being of his people.
We salute Pastor Umo Eno PhD for his unwavering commitment to building a better Akwa Ibom State. His leadership has shown us that governance can be a tool for transforming lives, and not just a means to an end. As we celebrate his achievements, we pray that he will continue to be guided by the principles of compassion, empathy, and service to humanity.
The question to leaders without compassion now is, are you saving lives, are you serving humanity or simply pretending to be saving lives from your position of authority? Let’s strive to be like Pastor Umo Eno PhD, a leader who saves lives and prioritizes the needs of his people.
Building hospitals is beyond just the name – it’s a mindset. It’s about creating an ecosystem that supports the well-being of the people. From the Arise Compassionate Homes to the CNG transport system, and the Blue Economy initiative, Pastor Umo Eno PhD has shown that his heart beats for the people. These projects are a testament to his commitment to improving the quality of life for Akwa Ibom citizens.
Mortuaries, on the other hand, depict projects that have no meaningful impact on the lives of the masses. They’re a reminder that death is inevitable, but it’s the quality of life that matters, not the grandeur of death. Let’s focus on building hospitals, not mortuaries, and prioritize life over death.
Paying pensions, gratuity, creating jobs, and creating portals for fair opportunities for all Akwa Ibomites without fear of depression or zero connection in government – these are the initiatives that keep people from ending up in mortuaries prematurely. Pastor Umo Eno PhD’s focus on empowering his people is a key part of his legacy as a life-saving leader.
This article also seeks to answer those who’ve been telling Governor Umo Eno to return to his hospitality business: governance is also a hospitality business when carried out with good conscience, serving people, saving lives, and making life more comfortable. His Excellency’s experience in hospitality has enabled his administration to focus on the comfort and well-being of Akwa Ibomites.
This is saying congratulations to His Excellency Pastor Umo Eno PhD,a man who has deliberately Chosen to build hospitality into governance while eliminating discomforts, oppressions, and insensitivity that leads to death and mortuary experience. Good governance should reduce death rates and that’s the Arise agenda for us.
© ObongUnwana Micheal Joseph Okon Convener TINUBU UMO ENO AKPABIO SUPPORT ORGANIZATION managed by the Coalition Of Youth Leaders In Akwa Ibom State.
28th January 2026