Akwa Ibom State Governor Pastor Umo Eno has presented a brand-new car and the sum of ₦5 million to Miss Abigail Edet, who was raised in the state orphanage home and is now married to Mr Kevin Etiemana, during their traditional marriage and reception held at Ibom Hall, Uyo.

Abigail was abandoned at birth and raised in the Akwa Ibom State Government-owned Special Children’s Home, Uyo. She was granted automatic employment in the State Civil Service by the governor in December 2025.

Governor Eno, who attended the wedding as Father of the Day, described the occasion as a moment of joy and divine fulfilment, adding that Abigail, who grew up without a home, had been given a home by God.

“I am particularly happy because Abigail grew up without a home, and today God has given her a home. There could be no greater joy. I hope this will inspire the rest of you that each and every one of us, no matter the circumstances of our birth, God has a destiny for you,” he said.

Eno disclosed that Abigail’s story is a clear demonstration that God does not bless people because of their location or background, urging people to have hope and trust in God.

Advising the groom, Eno thanked him for choosing Abigail and charged him to love, protect and cherish her, and warned against domestic violence.

“I want to thank the husband for choosing to marry her. 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,” he said.

He also charged the bride to honour and care for her husband, describing him as her father, husband, uncle and everything, while urging her not to forget her brothers and sisters in the orphanage home.

Eno, who was happy to donate a brand-new car, said the gesture was meant to encourage the couple and to demonstrate that they are valued and supported by the state.

The event was attended by the Secretary to the State Government, Prince Enobong Uwah; the Chief of Staff, Mr Aniefiok Johnson; the Head of Civil Service, Mrs Elsie Peters; the Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs, Hon. Frank Archibong; the Commissioner for Women Affairs, Mrs Inibehe Etukudo; and the Commissioner for Humanitarian Affairs, Mrs Emem Ibanga, among other top government officials. (The Sun)