Once, there was a girl who stood in the scorching sun all day, selling cold drinks to people in their air-conditioned cars. However, as days turned to years, she became a best-selling author, a multiple real estate owner, a theologist, and a source of inspiration to many. Funmi Bankole best-selling
In a world where the commodification of women’s bodies is a norm and prostitution flourishes, rape culture will continue to thrive, and women’s liberation will fundamentally become impossible. On Christmas Eve of 2019, 21-year-old Kelly shares her ordeal on record as a prostitute. For almost 30 minutes, without shedding a
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 in their respective communities, particularly for girls. Here are four of them. Gloria Ayodeji, Founder
On August 21, 2024, a wave of apprehension swept through Nigeria’s feminist spaces as news broke of a bill to repeal the VAPP Act, which has passed its second hearing. Sponsored by Senator Jibrin Isah, representing Kogi East, this development sent shockwaves through communities dedicated to protecting the rights of
“Shinji Kagawa, Jesu kristi loba wa. Got them falling yakata. You know as e sabi girl dey do…” If you are familiar with theis lyrics, then you are most likely a Starr fan. If not, let us introduce you to the sabi girl herself– Ayra Starr! The Beninese-born Nigerian singing
On a day when stars seemed at peace, Elsa (who requested that we use only her first name) fell for the oldest wooing trick in the game of romance. Sometimes, when a man wants to strike up a conversation with a lady, he pretends to know her from somewhere. Depending
Sexual abuse of children is the involvement of a child in sexual activity that he or she does not understand, cannot give informed consent to, or for which the child is not developmentally prepared, or that violates the laws or social taboos of society, the National Library of Medicine denotes.
With cases of sexual violence on the rise in different Nigerian states, millions of women and girls constantly need support to escape the violence from their male abusers. Many organisations seek to help women and girls, and one such is the ‘Black Girl’s Dream Initiative,’ which typically intervenes at the
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 groom, the name change, the exchange of chains—sorry, rings—and the “you may kiss the bride”
In July 2023, a shocking story gripped Nigerian women particularly. It was one of murder. Many gender-related homicide stories had trailed before then, but each time another one broke, it came with feelings of shock, anger, powerlessness and a sense of loss. On this particular day, a man identified as
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 explore why choosing to bear your husband’s surname after marriage isn’t feminist. The tradition of
The DOHS Cares Foundation has launched a Live Femicide Dashboard towards combating and re-framing Femicide in Nigeria from a private matter to a public issue. The unveiling of the event held at Gbagada Lagos on August 15, 2024, was witnessed by women’s rights advocates, the media, and other relevant stakeholders.
Once, there was a girl who stood in the scorching sun all day, selling cold drinks to people in their air-conditioned cars. However, as days turned to years, she became a best-selling author, a multiple real estate owner, a theologist, and a source of inspiration to many. Funmi Bankole best-selling
In a world where the commodification of women’s bodies is a norm and prostitution flourishes, rape culture will continue to thrive, and women’s liberation will fundamentally become impossible. On Christmas Eve of 2019, 21-year-old Kelly shares her ordeal on record as a prostitute. For almost 30 minutes, without shedding a
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 in their respective communities, particularly for girls. Here are four of them. Gloria Ayodeji, Founder
On August 21, 2024, a wave of apprehension swept through Nigeria’s feminist spaces as news broke of a bill to repeal the VAPP Act, which has passed its second hearing. Sponsored by Senator Jibrin Isah, representing Kogi East, this development sent shockwaves through communities dedicated to protecting the rights of
“Shinji Kagawa, Jesu kristi loba wa. Got them falling yakata. You know as e sabi girl dey do…” If you are familiar with theis lyrics, then you are most likely a Starr fan. If not, let us introduce you to the sabi girl herself– Ayra Starr! The Beninese-born Nigerian singing
On a day when stars seemed at peace, Elsa (who requested that we use only her first name) fell for the oldest wooing trick in the game of romance. Sometimes, when a man wants to strike up a conversation with a lady, he pretends to know her from somewhere. Depending
Sexual abuse of children is the involvement of a child in sexual activity that he or she does not understand, cannot give informed consent to, or for which the child is not developmentally prepared, or that violates the laws or social taboos of society, the National Library of Medicine denotes.
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