Blessing, the daughter of Akwa Ibom Deputy Governor, Sen. Akon Eyakenyi, tragically passed away from childbirth complications seven months after her June 2024 wedding. Her death in Port Harcourt has sparked public debate about Nigeria's healthcare system, with condolences pouring in from officials, politicians, and the public.
Blessing, the daughter of Akwa Ibom's Deputy Governor, Sen. Akon Eyakenyi, tragically passed away on January 27, 2025, just seven months after her wedding to Olumuyiwa Adewumi. The 29-year-old died from complications during childbirth in a hospital in Port Harcourt. The tragic loss has drawn an outpouring of condolences from state officials, politicians, and friends.
The news has sparked intense online reactions, with many speculating on the causes of her death. Some pointed to her weight as a possible factor, while others questioned the adequacy of the healthcare system in Nigeria. Many social media users emphasized the need for improvements in the country's medical infrastructure, with some questioning why prominent figures, such as the Deputy Governor, do not seek treatment abroad for childbirth, while others defended the choices made by the family.
There were also those expressing frustrations about the state of healthcare in Nigeria, demanding better facilities and medical care for citizens. Despite varying opinions, the grief and shock felt by the family and the public remain central, as the community mourns the untimely death of a young woman who was just starting her married life.
