Gov. Eno gifts car, N5m to woman raised in Akwa Ibom orphanage
Akwa Ibom State Governor, Umo Eno, has gifted a brand-new car and N5 million to a bride, Abigail Edet, who was abandoned at birth and raised at the state-owned Special Children’s Home in Uyo.
The governor made the donation during the traditional marriage and reception of Abigail and her husband, Kevin Etiemana, held at Ibom Hall, Uyo.
Eno, who attended the ceremony as the father of the day, described the occasion as a moment of joy and divine fulfilment, noting that Abigail, who grew up without a family home, had found one through marriage.
The governor said her story should inspire others not to lose hope because of their circumstances, adding that everyone has a destiny regardless of their background or circumstances of birth.
Abigail was granted automatic employment into the Akwa Ibom State Civil Service by the governor in December 2025.
Addressing the groom, Eno thanked him for choosing Abigail as his wife and urged him to love, protect and cherish her, warning against domestic violence.
“I want to encourage you, please take good care of her and know that we are the parents and we will watch you. Please, I don’t like a man beating a woman. Take care of her and make her happy,” the governor said.
He also urged the bride to respect and care for her husband, while reminding her not to forget the other children at the orphanage, whom he described as her brothers and sisters. Eno said the car and financial support were intended to encourage the couple and show the state’s continued support for them.
