Feminism
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International Women’s Day Must Go Beyond Performative Activism
Today, on International Women’s Day, Nigeria will again witness an outpouring of solidarity. Social media will be flooded with hashtags, organisations will roll out themed flyers, and politicians may deliver rehearsed speeches. But when the…
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10 Ways Feminists Are Responding to Senator Natasha’s Suspension
Women have always been underrepresented in Nigerian politics, often with little to no institutional support. In the Senate, there are only four women, yet even among them, there are no solid policies to protect their…
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#IWD2025: NFM Launches Campaign on Collective Action
For over a century, International Women’s Day (IWD) has been a global call to action for gender equality, women’s rights, and social justice. Celebrated annually on March 8, it is a day to reflect on…
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#WeStandWithSenatorNatasha: Feminists, Women Groups protest Senate Suspension of Lawmaker
The Senate has suspended Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan for six months, alleging “violations of the Red Chamber’s rules.” Her suspension follows a dispute with Senate President Godswill Akpabio, whom she accused of sexual harassment. Senate President…
