Nigeria, March 9 -- Governor Alex Otti of Abia State says women's contributions have continued to shape society and impact humanity positively.

"We consider women as special and spectacular in Abia, hence our government provides a pride of place for them, while ensuring that their energies and talents are harnessed and put to good use for the development of our state in particular and humanity in general," Mr Otti stated on Sunday, while celebrating the women on International Women's Day.

The governor's comment is contained in a press release issued on Sunday, 8 March, by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Ferdinand Ekeoma.

International Women's Day, celebrated annually on 8 March, is meant to promote the achievements of women...