Umo Eno, originally known as Umo Bassey Eno who was recently elected governor of Akwa Ibom state, won the just-concluded governorship election that took place on March 18, 2023. Due to a promise he made during the governorship campaign, he is referred to as the “happy hour governor” on social media.
If elected, he promised that every Friday will bring ‘happy hour’ to the state. He is now known as the Happy Hour Governor because he was crowned the winner.
Let’s take a look at the Umo Eno Bio, early life, education, marital status, net worth and everything you should know.
Umo Eno Bio: Profile Summary
- Full Name: Umo Eno
- Date of Birth: Umo Bassey Eno
- Place of Birth: Nsit Ubium
- State of Origin: Akwa Ibom State
- Nationality: Nigerian
- Occupation: Pastor & Politician
- Net Worth: Not Known
- Wife/Spouse: Pastor (Mrs.) Patience Eno
Umo Eno Bio. Photo Credit: @UmoEnoLive: Twitter
Early Life and Education
Umo Bassey Eno was born and reared in Akwa Ibom State on 24 April 1964, where he received his primary and secondary education. From the University of Uyo, where he also pursues his doctorate, he holds a master’s degree in public administration.
Pastor Umo Eno is a Pan-African University graduate of the Lagos Business School (LBS) and also attended the National Productivity Award (FNCHI).
The Royalty Group, a corporation that specializes in hospitality, information and communication technology (ICT), manufacturing, and the oil and gas industry, was founded in 1997 by successful businessman and visionary Christian leader Umo Eno.
Aside from politics, he is a pastor and the General Overseer of All Nations Christian Ministry International, a church that aims to bring all Christians together, regardless of race, tribe, or ethnicity.
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Career
In 1982, Pastor Eno started his career with the Union Bank of Nigeria. From 1985 to 1990, he was employed at Bertola Machine Tools.
The minister was employed by Norman Holdings Limited from 1990 to 1997 when he left his position as group general manager (GGM), of commercial services to found Royalty Hotels and Recreations Limited.
From 2004 until 2007, Umo Eno served in a number of positions, including that of Chairman of the Akwa Ibom Hotels and Tourism Board.
Additionally, he is a Paul Haris Fellow for the Rotary Club of Eket District 9140. He is the commissioner for lands and water resources in Akwa Ibom State.
Umo Eno books
Umo Emo has a couple of books in his name. He is the author of numerous other works. He is a popular speaker at numerous public venues and the publisher/editor-in-chief of the magazine’s Hospitality Connect and The Appetizer. He also regularly contributes to Christian journals.
- God’s Way
- Break Forth
- Exercising Your Dominion Mandate
- Dream Again
- Marks of a Disciple
Personal Life
Pastor Umo Eno is happily married to Pastor (Mrs.) Patience Eno and they are blessed with six children and one grandson.
Net Worth
Pastor Umo Eno is a well-known businessman, politician, and pastor from Nigeria whose net worth hasn’t been determined yet.
Social Media
Twitter: @UmoEnoLive
