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The Thread: Don’t make yourself smaller for any man
Nigeria is patriarchy-central. On any given day, any random person will give you advice on how to talk to a man, because well, men are superior to women- even the…
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Omar-Farouq Edu: Woman [NEW VOICES]
by Omar-Farouq Edu A trophy is made of metal and I want you to imagine your body as a trophy. Exposure is not your friend, it’s your enemy that dims…
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The points system | How to make women happy
by Okang Ashiwel Ochui So, I was doing some digital housekeeping when I found this old article from somewhere. With a little editing and polishing, I present to you: THE…
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The woman in the other room
by Olufemi Babalogbon When she is raped, it’s for nudity No judgment for the villain himself She gets pregnant in school, lost sympathy Of people who aren’t holier than her-self…
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The Thread: Women, hold men to the same standards to which you hold yourself
This mini lecture by Malak (@mangoes_marxism) is one worth reading and chewing over. In most parts of the world, particularly in Nigeria, a double standard exists between men and women.…
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#CountdownClosingCeremony | Aisha Buhari has got a new job
That's a photograph of Mrs Aisha Buhari with the head of the College Dr. Kim Guillary Odunlami, governor of Imo state, Rochas Okorocha and Ambassador Nonye Rajis-Okpara. The wife of…
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Thou shall not live | A woman’s guide to avoiding rape
by Ogechi Nwobia Sometime last year, I was wrapping up work for the day when an ex hit me up to check in and ask what I would be doing…
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Adaobi Ezeodum: The struggles of the not-so-average Nigerian woman [Nigerian Voices]
by Adaobi Ezeodum It was December 26, 2015. My aunt woke me up around 10 am to tell me that there would be a family meeting in the next thirty…
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Iweka Kingsley presents Emily’s diary (Chapter 4)
by Iweka Kingsley In commemoration of October as the month Breast Cancer awareness globally, Iweka Kingsley writes about a fourteen years old girl diagnosed with breast cancer who shares events of her life through a…
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Frozen $15m: Women storm court for Patience Jonathan
The Federal High Court sitting in Lagos on Wednesday was besieged by over 100 women chanting solidarity songs in support of former first lady Patience Jonathan. Mrs. Jonathan had approached…
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Iweka Kingsley presents Emily’s diary (Chapter 3)
by Iweka Kingsley In commemoration of October as the month Breast Cancer awareness globally, Iweka Kingsley writes about a fourteen years old girl diagnosed with breast cancer who shares events of her life through a…
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Vera Ezimora: 8 steps to marry a cheating husband
by Vera Ezimora 1. When he says something that implies that he is open to sleeping with other women, ignore it.Example, he tells you that if he should ever cheat…
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Iweka Kingsley presents Emily’s Diary (Chapter 2)
In commemoration of October as the month Breast Cancer awareness globally, Iweka Kingsley writes about a fourteen years old girl diagnosed with breast cancer who shares events of her life through a private diary she…
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Majority of children in IDP camps don’t know their parents – Buhari
President Muhammadu Buhari, on Monday described the heavy weight his government has to bear due to the huge number of Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) in the country. Buhari who had…
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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…
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Mrs. Aisha Buhari. You better not apologise for speaking your truth, don’t you dare apologise to that man
by Nkechi Nwokorie I see that twinkle in your eyes from time to time, Aisha. You are a strong woman. You are a smart woman. You are a strong willed…
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Odichukwuemeka Valentine: The negative effects of cheating in a relationship [Nigerian Voices]
by Odichukwuemeka Valentine I wish to use this story to educate the society on the negative effects of cheating in relationships. I equally wish to inspire people to love genuinely…
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Iweka Kingsley presents Emily’s Diary (Chapter 1)
In commemoration of October as the month Breast Cancer awareness globally, Iweka Kingsley writes about a fourteen years old girl diagnosed with breast cancer who shares events of her life through a private diary she…
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YNaija Editorial: Ending the culture of silence on sexual violence
The darkest places in hell are reserved for those who maintain their neutrality in times of moral crisis - Dante Alighieri Last Wednesday, Ahunna Nwaogwugwu – @QueenCleo_92 on Twitter – collated…
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The Thread: Everything you should know about Izien’s story which broke TwitterNG
When the Izien story began few days ago, no one expected it to snowball so fast and trend for so long. Let's bring you up to speed. On the 5th of October…
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‘Is this the video that has ended Donald Trump’s chances?’ #TrumpTapes
A 2005 video of Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump speaking in lewd terms about women has surfaced. In the video Trump is heard chatting with talk show host Billy Bush…
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Opinion: How to be a respected female in Nigeria
by Ololade Ajekigbe For the purpose of this article, let me quickly clarify that in this context, female refers to a lady/woman who’s 25 years of age and above. Now, regardless…
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#Impact365: Funmi Iyanda’s NGO has touched over 3,000 lives!
Founded by popular television personality and media entrepreneur, Funmi Iyanda, Change-A-Life (CAL) is a nongovernmental that has impacted the lives of over three thousand young Nigerians. In this interview with…
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The top 10 stories that made headlines this week
Top ten stories that made headline this week President Buhari accused of plagiarism Parts of a speech delivered by President Muhammadu Buhari during the inauguration of the ‘Change begins with…
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The Thread: Do you agree when Chimamanda says women of today are less progressive than their mothers
It is ten years since Chimamanda Adichie's first book, Half of a Yellow Sun, was released to critical acclaim. Last Sunday, she was at London's Southbank Centre and she spoke…
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Suspected herdsmen attacks Kaduna villages, kills 11
Eleven people have been reportedly killed and several others injured when gunmen, suspected to be herdsmen, attack three villages in Jema’a local government area of Kaduna state. According to TheCable,…
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Opinion: Why must I conform to these standards?
by Ayodotun Rotimi Akinfenwa As human existence has evolved through the centuries, our thinking and lifestyles have followed suit. We have formed and reformed archetypes on how life should be lived…
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Military kill 42 Boko Haram terrorists, rescue 38 women and children
Nigerian military troops on Tuesday killed 42 Boko Haram terrorists at Gangere Village in Kukawa Local Government Area of Borno state. The troops also rescued 38 women and 42 children…
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‘We should apologise to gays, women and exploited children’ – Pope Francis
Pope Francis has said the church should apologise to gays, women, children exploited for labour and other minorities for the role the church played in oppressing them. The Pope stated…
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YMonitor
- Beyond the Power Struggle: Why a Strong Opposition Party is Crucial for Nigeria’s Democracy
- The Importance of Impartial Reporting in Nigeria’s Democracy
- Understanding the Role of Election Tribunals in Nigeria’s Electoral Process
- The Importance of Active Citizenship Beyond the Voting Booth
- How Ethnic Baiting is Undermining Nigeria’s National Security and Democracy
YMonitor
- Beyond the Power Struggle: Why a Strong Opposition Party is Crucial for Nigeria’s Democracy
- The Importance of Impartial Reporting in Nigeria’s Democracy
- Understanding the Role of Election Tribunals in Nigeria’s Electoral Process
- The Importance of Active Citizenship Beyond the Voting Booth
- How Ethnic Baiting is Undermining Nigeria’s National Security and Democracy