Feminism
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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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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…
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Four Nigerian women creating safe spaces & opportunities for girls in their community
Nigeria has 774 local government areas in its six geopolitical zones. Low-level income earners in each of these local governments have faced challenges that affect their livelihoods. As such, some phenomenal Nigerian women influence change…
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Marriage is a recipe for slavery, rooted in religion & wrapped like a brightly coloured gift
I attended a wedding recently, and it was a reminder of how much women are considered inferior based on the traditions in the marital celebration ceremony. From the bride’s transfer from the father to the…
