International Women’s Day: Akpabio praises sacrifices of Nigerian women

The President of the Senate, Godswill Akpabio, has congratulated women, particularly Nigerian women, on the occasion of International Women’s Day, commending their sacrifices in families and their contributions to nation-building.

In a statement issued on Saturday by his special adviser on media and publicity, Eseme Eyiboh, Akpabio described women as central to societal progress and acknowledged the role they play in nurturing families and strengthening communities.

The Senate president said he considers himself a beneficiary of the strength and sacrifices of women, noting that mothers remain one of the greatest gifts to humanity.

“Today, I join the world to celebrate our mothers, wives, sisters, daughters, colleagues and friends who wake up each day and work to make the world a better place. Your relentless efforts can never go unnoticed,” he said.

Akpabio paid tribute to his late mother, saying her dedication and sacrifices played a defining role in shaping his life.

“I am the biggest beneficiary of the love, care, compassion and sacrifice of a woman. My mother gave her all to raise me to become what I am today,” he added.

He expressed appreciation for the efforts of women in raising children, supporting families and contributing to the development of society.

Congratulating Nigerian women on the occasion, Akpabio said he admired their resilience and invaluable contributions to the country.

“As a legislature, and in line with the theme of this year’s celebration, ‘Give and Gain’, we are committed to pushing for stronger investment in women across all spheres of life, especially in economic and political participation,” he said.

International Women’s Day, observed annually on 8 March, commemorates the global struggle for women’s rights, equality and empowerment.