Misogyny
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NYSC Reportedly Takes U-turn on Policy For Married Female Corpers
The National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) has reportedly revised its redeployment/relocation policy for married female corps members following public outcry against a discriminatory and sexist requirement. Previously, the policy, announced on November 15, mandated married…
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#16DaysofActivism: Lagos DSVA engages traditional leaders on fight against GBV
The Lagos Domestic and Sexual Violence Agency (DSVA) is hosting 16 traditional rulers in a bid to agitate the public against Gender-Based Violence and highlight the harsh reality faced by countless women worldwide. The event,…
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#16DaysofActivism: Lola’s Younger Brother Beats Her, Now She Rejects Being A “Perfect Victim”
Lola Adedeji lives with her mother, Patience and younger brother, Adebami, at the Federal University of Akure. (FUTA). On Nov 23, 2024, I met Lola by the popular Alaba River in Ondo State, sitting at…
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#16DaysofActivism: I am a woman afraid no more to fight against inequality
This poetry highlights the economic abuse, educational inequality, cyber harassment, sexual harassment, and emotional and psychological abuse faced by Nigerian women and advocates for unity to fight against gender-based violence. Afraid No More I am…
