Sexism

The Counter-Culture Blog: ‘Ashawo’ – The Nigerian Reaction to Nonconformist Women

Misogyny, the prejudice, and discrimination against women, manifests itself in various ways across different societies. Nigeria, with its cultural diversity, is not immune to this problem. One prevalent manifestation of misogyny in Nigeria is the derogatory term “ashawo,” originally used to refer to sex workers or prostitutes. However, over time, its usage has expanded to... Read More

Counter Culture Blog

Ashawo, gender inequality, misogyny, Noncomformist women, sex work, Sexism

September 23, 2021

#BisexualPrideDay: The dummies guide to understanding that biphobia is not human

In a country where pride in anything outside of the straight and narrow is heavily frowned upon, and bisexuality is reduced to either an excuse for infidelity or a cover for homosexuality, Bisexual Pride Day is a hard nut to crack. Bisexual Pride Day is observed annually on September 23 to recognise and celebrate the... Read More

Culture, Non-binary Blog

Bisexual Pride Day, bisexuality, LGBT+, Sexism

We can learn a thing or two about slut-shaming from Tiwa Savage and Seyi Shay

There is power in language we often fail to recognise because of how easily language seems to come to us. “Words have meaning” is a common phrase you hear when someone throws the generally accepted meaning of a word to use it as they deem fit, perhaps within a context that is specific to them... Read More

Non-binary Blog

ashewo, misogyny, patriarchy, Sexism, slut shaming, women's right

Why affirmative action is needed to close the workplace gender gap

There was pandemonium on Twitter last week following a tweet by a new generation bank announcing an internship opportunity for women, created in celebration of Women’s History Month. Outrage followed the announcement led largely by men who concluded the temporary policy by the bank is sexist. Sexist is however not the term for what happened.... Read More

Non-binary Blog

International Women's Month, internship, Kuda, nigeria, Sexism, Techbros

January 27, 2021

Female privilege is a misnomer for sexism. Here’s some evidence

Time and again when women speak of the discrimination they face at work, home, the work place and in everyday life, an oft-repeated response from men is, “but you have it so much easier” or “look at all your female privileges, why are you complaining?” We look at some of what the ‘female privileges’ men... Read More

Non-binary Blog

Everyday Sexism, gender discrimination, gender inequality, nigeria, Sexism, women

Winnie Mandela

LONG READ: Does the Nigerian society hate women?

The recent death of South African icon and Apartheid activist, Winnie Madikizela-Mandela has thrown up interesting conversations about a woman’s place in the context of African society. These conversations aren’t in any way new, but they have achieved renewed urgency in the wake of the battle for who is ultimately responsible for outlining the nature... Read More

Featured, The Cutting Floor

feminism, nigeria, Sexism, Winnie Mandela

Gay conversion therapy

February 10, 2018

The Sexuality Blog: Gay conversion therapy is happening in Africa and it is horrible

Of course gay conversion therapy is happening in Africa. The belief that homosexuality is some sort of perversion that can either be beaten, or coerced out of a person, through prayers, ritual or violence. Even in progressive countries like the United Kingdom and the USA gay conversion camps exist, where suspected homosexual persons are either... Read More

Counter Culture Blog

gay conversion therapy, Mahad Olad, Sexism, sexuality, The Sexuality Blog

Church too #ChurchToo

November 23, 2017

[The Church Blog] #ChurchToo is a sad reflection of how much work we have to do

Remember that time Jesus said The harvest is plentiful, but the workers are few? Okay, so that might not be the most appropriate response to the issue but its definitely a revelation that there’s so much to do. And we might not have the most capable hands around. If you follow conversations on Twitter, then... Read More

Church Culture, Church Too, Sexism, sexual abuse

Trump’s Fox News critic, Julie Banderas’ irresponsible coverage of Islam and Muslims did not just start

It was amazing to see Fox News do a little dare and criticise Donald Trump yesterday. The new face of this “serious” Trump coverage inside Fox News is Julie Banderas, a beautiful 43-year-old mother of three who hosts Fox News’ America’s News Headquarters and Fox Report during the weekends. Until yesterday, Julie’s coverage on Fox was rarely... Read More

Thinking Through

Anti-muslim tropes, barack obama, Darren Osbourne, donald trump, Finsbury mOsque Attack, fox news, Fox News disguted at Trump, Islamophobia, Julie Banderas, Sexism, Tom Rogan

Fox News’ Julie Banderas called out Donald Trump for being sexist while outing her own bigotry

Yesterday, Fox News grew the proverbial pair and did a little bit of what any independent media house ought to when faced with a President that continues to act like it’s a taboo to act presidential. They called him out. Fox News hasn’t done that in a while; not since a brilliant wind force named Megyn Kelly left the... Read More

Donald Trump, Thinking Through

barack obama, bigotry, Bill O'Reilly, donald trump, fox news, Islamophobia, Julie Banderas, Sexism, White House Press Briefing

The Thread: How to be the perfect Nigerian wife

Are you finding it difficult to hook yourself a man? Or have you got yourself the man, the ring and the idyllic house on the Island yet still find it difficult to navigate the streams of marriage? Nneka O. is here to help. Well, sorta. She curates some thoughts of Nigerians, broadcast on Twitter expressing... Read More

nigeria, Nneka O. Marriage, patriarchy, relationship, Sexism, social media, The Thread

February 22, 2017

The Thread: When sexism puts you in trouble

Patriarchy in Nigeria has filtered down into everything- especially the attitude of a man when he is talking to a woman. So Ifeoma Chukwuogo’s tale reads like something we’ve heard before. Still, it carries the capacity to take you aback. You are left feeling: the effrontery; the audacity; the stupidity. Do see below: Someone actually... Read More

attitude, job seekers, nigeria, patriarchy, Sexism, The Thread

October 31, 2016

The Thread: A lady can’t pay for her man’s drinks again?

Nigeria is fraught with a large scale of sexism and patriachy issues, woven around religion and seeped in culture, it’s doubtful we’ll ever come out of it. Still, we have not lost hope. Brick by brick, with a sledge hammer and bull dozer, we’ll tear those walls down. This here is the story of Nene.E (@N_Word_),... Read More

feminism, nigeria, night out, patriarchy, Sexism, The Thread

October 16, 2016

Attention, please: The Akwa Ibom government is now pimping out its women

If you know what’s happening in this photo, please step forward and explain to the rest of us… This is an actual, non-ironic article written in the official magazine of the Akwa Ibom state government, Dakkada. In 2016. On print. Shared with the world. Let’s interprete it: “Visit our state and take your pick!... Read More

Akwa Ibom, Dakkada. state government, Photo, Sexism, state magazine, women

October 15, 2016

Sexism: Patience Jonathan warned us about Buhari, but we didn’t listen

Calling former first lady, Dame Patience Jonathan a prophetess for seeing President Buhari for who he is years ago will not be out of place. During the campaign for the 2015 presidential election Mrs Jonathan had advised Nigerians, particularly women not to vote for Buhari as he would send them back to the kitchen. She... Read More

Aisha buhari, In the Kitchen, Muhammadu Buhari, Patience Jonathan, Sexism

September 27, 2015

On Emir Sanusi, his barely legal bride, and #GoAndMarry Twitter

At some point yesterday, word hit Twitter that the Emir of Kano took an 18-year-old as a fourth wife. The Emir of Kano, Muhammadu Sanusi II, has finally tied the knot with his rumoured heartthrob, Sa’adatu Barkindo-Musdafa, the daughter of the Lamido of Adamawa, Muhammadu Barkindo-Musdafa. “Heartthrob” The 18-year old becomes the emir’s fourth wife.... Read More

chxta, emir sanusi, omojuwa, Sexism

August 10, 2015

Access Bank with some good ol’ sexism in latest ad [UPDATED]

Oh, that’s courageous? Thanks for the heads up, Access Bank [h/t @YTJohnson] UPDATE: Access Bank have apologized for this little “oops” via their Twitter account We wish to sincerely apologize for the messaging in our press ad, which was released in the newspapers this morning. — Access Bank Plc (@myaccessbank) August 10, 2015 We... Read More

Access Bank, Everyday Sexism, Sexism

Nigerian women should be bloodthirstier

Why aren’t Nigerian women bloodthirstier?

Last week, in an unprecedented display of ignorance, Cheta Nwanze posted a string of thoroughly disturbing tweets about feminism among modern Nigerian women, prompted by his interaction with one such young woman who insisted to him that she would never cook for her husband. 13/ Are you insane? — Chxta (@Chxta) July 22, 2015 In... Read More

chauvinism, feminism, meninism, microaggressions, misogyny, nigerian feminism, nigerian feminists, Nigerian men, Nigerian women, patriarchy, Sexism

August 28, 2013

Opinion: Male chauvinism, sexism, and feminism in northern Nigeria

by Ibraheem Waziri Even if there is the male chauvinism that should be dismantled, it is not found in a social clime but rather in a psychological condition that needs more the attention of a psychiatrist not a social activist! Male Chauvinism means belief in inherent superiority of men over women to the extent that... Read More

chauvinism, female, feminism, Ibraheem Waziri, Northern Nigeria, opinion, Sexism, ynaija

Opinion: Men and women are not equal

by Century Favour Note that doesn’t mean you can’t do anything, but it simply means it really going to be tougher for you as a female when compared to your male counterpart. I was opportune to be a resource person at an IT lecture for young ladies. In preparing for this lecture I stumbled across... Read More

Century Favor, domineering, feminism, gender, men, relationship, Sexism, society, women

January 2, 2013

Fran Hall: Some New Year’s resolutions women should make

by Fran Hall Inspired by the letter to Santa from all women, I’ve taken the liberty of writing a list of New Year’s resolutions for women. Because it is tragic to think just how many women will make a resolution list for 2013 that looks something like this: 1) Lose weight 2) Get prettier 3)... Read More

Debate, Debate Mate, equality, feminism, Gender equality, New Years 2012, Sexism, UK Lifestyle News, women, Women's Empowerment

December 7, 2012

Ralph Jones: Why is religion so afraid of women?

…though the Church likes to avoid the issue, there are numerous biblical commands and injunctions for women to be raped and treated like property. The latest in a long line of upsetting news for women, and women in religion, has hit us square in the face in the past 24 hours. The Christian Union at... Read More

bible, Bristol Christian Union, Christianity, Church, Conversations On Campus, Religion, Sexism, UK Universities & Education News, Women Bishops

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