By Shedrack Frank

Gov. Douye Diri of Bayelsa has felicitated with women and mothers on the occasion of the 2025 International Mother’s Day, which is also known as Mothering Sunday.

Diri described mothers as the stronghold of families and societal unity.

He said that the celebration was an opportunity to again recognise and acknowledge the significant role of mothers in the family, the society and in nation building.

The governor said that the theme of the 2025 celebration: “Beauty of Motherhood”, was quite captivating as it reflected on the essence of motherhood.

“Mothers are builders and nurturers. They are the bulwark of family and societal cohesion and growth. Without them, every home, family and society will lose its salt and essence.

“This day offers an opportunity to reflect on the role of my mother, and indeed mothers, in the moulding of the right virtues in children.

“My mother, for instance, exhibited love and sacrifice beyond measure; a real epitome of the virtuous woman.

“I celebrate mothers on this special day and urge them to continue to be the glue that binds families and nations. Well nurtured children produce a stable and cohesive society,” he said.

Diri restated his administration’s commitment to affirmative action for women and mothers and uplifting them through the requisite skills acquisition and empowerment programmes. (NAN)(www.nannews.ng)

Edited by Florence Onuegbu/Joe Idika