Misogyny
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GBV, an impediment to national development— Imaan Sulaiman-Ibrahim
In observance of the 2024 16 Days of Activism for the Elimination of Gender-Based Violence (GBV), a joint press briefing and flag-off activities were held at the Ministry of Women Affairs in Abuja, Nigeria, on…
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#NoExcuse: Gender Advocates Call on Nigerian Police to “Unite To End Violence Against Women and Girls”
On Nov. 25, 2024, gender advocates marched from the House of Representative Wing, National Assembly in Abuja, to the Nigerian Police Headquarters to campaign against male violence against women and girls. According to research, approximately…
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“Are Your Ovaries Okay?”: A Reflection on Reproductive Choices and Invasive Questions
In a viral thread on X (formerly known as Twitter), a writer and former theatre critic named Kelly shared a striking account of a first date that took an unexpected turn. The post sparked widespread…
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Medical Misogyny: A cancerous system where male doctors disregard women’s rights
In Nigeria, the healthcare system often reveals a disturbing truth: it is designed to heal, yet it perpetuates a culture of medical misogyny that mirrors the insidious foundations of rape culture. As a child who…
