Akwa Ibom State Governor, Umo Eno, has touched hearts after presenting a brand-new car and ₦5 million to a woman who was abandoned at birth but grew up at the state-owned Special Children’s Home.
The woman, Abigail Edet, received the unexpected wedding gifts alongside her husband, Kevin Etiemana, during their traditional marriage and wedding reception held at Ibom Hall, Uyo, on Saturday.
Eno, who attended the ceremony as Father of the Day, shared the emotional story in a social media post, describing Abigail’s journey from abandonment as a newborn to finding love and starting her own family as a testimony of hope and destiny.
According to the governor, Abigail was taken in and raised at the Special Children’s Home after being abandoned at birth. Years later, she has now begun a new chapter of her life with her husband.
Moved by her story, Eno said he decided to support the newlyweds with a brand-new vehicle and ₦5 million to help them settle into married life.
He described the gesture as a demonstration of love and support for the couple as they begin their journey together.
The governor also used the occasion to offer the couple marriage advice, urging Kevin to love, protect and cherish his wife, while encouraging Abigail to honour and support her husband.
He prayed for a peaceful and fulfilling marriage, expressing hope that the couple would build a happy home together.
Abigail’s story has drawn attention to the role of care institutions in giving vulnerable children an opportunity to grow, find support and build independent lives.
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