The All Progressive Party APC Aspirant for Etsako Federal constituency, Mr Bawa Muhammed have paid tribute to the contributions of women to society on the occasion of International Women’s Day on Tuesday.
AfemaiReporters recall that every March 8 is set aside for the celebration of women.
This special day known as the International Women’s Day is a chance from women, nonbinary folks, and male allies to join together to fight for their rights. Also, it is an opportunity to celebrate the many accomplishments of women worldwide while demanding for equality and change.
In a statement, Bawa said the annual commemoration is not only meant to celebrate the wins for women but to also highlight the persisting issues they continue to face.
We salute our fellow women who, despite understatement, profanity, oppression and attacks on their rights and humanity, continue to fight for the welfare of everyone and for our democracy. They did not give up but became even stronger.
It is important that in every success for women, we should not forget the battles we should continue to fight)”.
“There needs to be conscious and consistent day-to-day efforts to eliminate gender inequality, not just in our personal lives, but also in our institutions,” He added.