Akpabio Vows 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 until the day he dies.
Akpabio gave this assurance in Abuja at the Nigerian Senate’s event celebrating International Women’s Day (IWD) 2025 with the theme: “Accelerate Action – Economic and Political Inclusion Walk the Talk.
GALAXY TV reports that 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 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.
Despite this, Akpabio reaffirmed that the Senate would continue to fight 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 recognised the significant steps taken by the Senate in prioritising women’s empowerment, particularly through the historic increase in the Ministry’s budget by 1000%.
She reiterated the importance of continuing to push for more women in leadership roles and for strong policies that empower women.
Other stakeholders spoke about Nigeria’s pivotal moment in its pursuit of gender equity. She emphasized that the global theme for IWD 2025, “Accelerate Action, provided an opportunity for critical reflection and decisive action.
