Month: August 2024
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Feminism
Feminism 101: What Nigerian Feminism is and why you should join the movement
Imagine a twin being born, one male and one female. Yet, despite being born on the same day, one is automatically considered superior to the other. Isn’t that absurd? And shouldn’t we seek a change…
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News
No programme should be held without incorporating women’s empowerment– Minister for Women’s Affairs tells UN Women, others
The Minister of Women Affairs, Uju Kennedy-Ohanenye, has announced that no programme held under Nigeria’s ministry should be without a provision for women’s empowerment. She said this during the National Validation Workshop for the 3rd…
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News
Kiki Mordi to fund 100 women to obtain diplomas in STEM
Women rights activist, journalist, and filmmaker Kiki Mordi has pledged to fund 100 women to study science and tech-related courses. The Emmy nominee made the announcement on X on August 29, 2024. The opportunity is…
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Feminism
Refusing Patriarchal Norms: Why Women Should Keep Their Surname After Marriage & Doing Otherwise Isn’t Feminist
As feminism continues to evolve and shape the way we think about gender, identity, and equality, one tradition has sparked intense debate: the practice of women taking their husband’s surname after marriage. This article will…
