ABUJA, Nigeria – The President of the Senate, Senator Godswill Akpabio, GCON, has extended warm congratulations to Nigerian women on the occasion of the 2024 International Women’s Day, praising their strength, resilience, and the often-invisible sacrifices they make for their families and the nation at large.
In a statement released on Friday by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Hon. Eseme Eyiboh, the Senate President described himself as a “practical example” of the positive impact of women, asserting that mothers are the greatest gift to humanity.
“Today, I join the globe 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,” the statement quoted Senator Akpabio as saying.
Drawing from personal experience, the Senate President highlighted the foundational role women play in shaping lives. “I am the biggest beneficiary of the love, care, compassion and sacrifice of a woman. My mother gave her all to raise me up to become what I am today. I remain ever grateful and appreciative of what our women and mothers go through in raising their children, supporting the family and building societies.”
Akpabio’s message went beyond mere commendation, offering a firm legislative commitment to the empowerment of women across all sectors. He linked this promise to the global theme of the celebration, “Invest in Women: Accelerate Progress,” though he specifically referenced the complementary theme “Give and Gain” in his statement.
“As a legislature and in consonance with the theme of this year’s celebration, ‘Give and Gain’, we are committed to pushing for robust investment in our womenfolk in all spheres of life, especially female participation in the economic and political processes of our nation,” the Senate President affirmed.
He concluded his message by extending heartfelt wishes on behalf of his family, his constituents, and the entire leadership of the 10th National Assembly. “On behalf of my family, constituents, the Senate and 10th National Assembly, I congratulate all women and wish all our mothers, sisters, daughters and aunties a blessed and peaceful celebration. May your efforts never go in vain.”
**Hon. Eseme Eyiboh**
*Special Adviser, Media and Publicity*
*Office of the President of the Senate*
