Senate President Akpabio celebrates women nationwide on International Women’s Day

Senate President Akpabio, on 8th March 2025, at the Nigerian Senate’s event celebrating International Women’s Day (IWD) with the theme: “Accelerate Action – Economic and Political Inclusion Walk the Talk.” Vowed to Champion Women’s Rights Forever.

President of the Senate Godswill Akpabio has declared his unwavering support for women’s rights, promising to remain a fierce advocate for women’s rights every day.

Akpabio reiterated his commitment to advancing the cause of gender equality in Nigeria. His declaration came alongside a firm promise to push for the passage of five crucial gender bills currently under discussion in the Senate.

The Senate President also acknowledged the crucial role women play in leadership and governance, describing them as better managers, prudent beings, and strong decision-makers.

He lamented the challenges women face in political spaces, pointing out that women themselves often do not vote for female candidates, a barrier that needs to be addressed for greater gender equality in political representation.

He stressed that false accusations harm not only the individuals involved but also the credibility of the institutions and women’s advocacy as a whole and that women should not use tears to emotionally look for sympathy.

Despite this, Akpabio reaffirmed that the Senate would continue to f!ght for women’s rights and work towards a more inclusive society. Earlier, the Minister of Women Affairs Imaan Suleiman Ibrahim praised the remarkable achievements of Nigerian women and recognized the significant steps taken by the Senate in prioritizing women’s empowerment, particularly through the historic increase in the Ministry’s budget by 100%.