PANDEF Celebrates Phenomenal Women Of The Niger Delta 

On the occasion of the celebration of International Women’s Day 2026, the Pan Niger Delta Forum, PANDEF, has warmly saluted mothers, sisters, and daughters of the Niger Delta, the South-South geopolitical zone of Nigeria.

While celebrating the phenomenal women of the Niger Delta region, Ambassador Dr. Godknows B. Igali, OON, the National Chairman of PANDEF said, “From the time of our revered matriarch, Margaret Ekpo, till date, we proudly acknowledge and celebrate your extraordinary contributions as the very nexus of the growth, progress, and development of our region”.

“It is common knowledge that the remarkable resilience of Niger Delta women has continued to sustain peace and harmony across our zone, even in the face of the stark contradictions our people experience within the national political and social landscape. Despite the painful paradox of contributing immensely to the national revenue base, vis-à-vis the glaring infrastructural deficits and pervasive environmental degradation in our region, our mothers have remained steadfast. Through strength, wisdom, and sacrifice, you have continued to nurture families, strengthen communities, and weave the enduring foundations of stability, unity, and peace in our societies.”

“PANDEF identifies strongly with this year’s theme, “Rights. Justice. Action. For All Women and Girls.” This resonates deeply with the outcomes of the very successful *2026 PANDEF Women’s Conference, which held in Yenagoa on 4th March 2026, where the voices, aspirations, and leadership of Niger Delta women were once again boldly affirmed.”

“PANDEF will continue to work closely with our Governors and other stakeholders to prioritise all matters relating to the advancement, protection, and inclusion of our women at every level of society, recognising that the progress of our region is inseparable from the empowerment and wellbeing of its women.”

“On this special day of global recognition, we celebrate your courage, your resilience, and your enduring contributions to the Niger Delta and to our nation.”

“Once again, we extend our warmest wishes for a happy, proud, and meaningful celebration” Amb. Igali concluded on behalf of PANDEF.