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Nollywood’s portrayal of women; How far have we come?

Nollywood’s portrayal of women; How far have we come?

Nollywood has long been a mirror reflecting the complexities of Nigerian society. Its stories, while entertaining, have also carried the weight of shaping public perception, especially when it comes to the portrayal of women. For decades, Nollywood films have been used as a tool of cultural reinforcement, perpetuating stereotypes and often serving as a form of subtle propaganda. From the …

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Saudi Arabia releases three Nigerian women after 10 months in jail for drug trafficking

Saudi Arabia releases three Nigerian women after 10 months in jail for drug trafficking

Saudi Arabia has released three Nigerian women who were earlier arrested and prosecuted in the country.   The acting spokesperson of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Kimiebi Ebienfa, in a statement issued in Abuja on Sunday, January 5, 2025, said the release followed high-level diplomatic engagement between the Nigerian government and Saudi authorities.   The three Nigerians, namely Hadiza Abba, …

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Taliban bans windows overlooking places ‘usually used by women’ to stop women from being seen at home

Taliban bans windows overlooking places

Afghanistan’s Taliban supreme leader, Hibatullah Akhundzada, has issued an order that new residential buildings should be constructed without windows looking onto “places usually used by women” and said that existing windows with such views should be blocked to prevent “obscene acts”.    According to a statement released by the Taliban government spokesman, Zabihullah Mujahid, new buildings should not have windows through …

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55-year-old Delta musician set to marry three women same day

55-year-old Delta musician set to marry three women same day

A 55-year-old Delta State highlife musician, Dr Arube Otor, popularly known as Isoko Fela One is set to marry three women on the same day.   The event is slated for Sunday, January 19, 2025, at Anglican Church Field at London Base, Uzere Kingdom, Isoko South Local Government Area of the state.   Arube took to Facebook on December 31 …

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The first time I was cheated on, I lost a 4 months old pregnancy and my BP skyrocketed – Nigerian woman shares how infidelity affects women

The first time I was cheated on, I lost a 4 months old pregnancy and my BP skyrocketed - Nigerian woman shares how infidelity affects women

A Nigerian woman, Olatope Omoniyi has said that infidelity can have a significant effect on the mental and physical health of a woman.  Sharing her experience in a Facebook post on Tuesday, December 31, Olatope narrated how she suffered a miscarriage after she was cheated on.  ‘’Shall we talk about cheating and its effects?! Men, your cheating ways affect your …

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Bayelsa women affairs commissioner d!es

Bayelsa women affairs commissioner d!es

The Bayelsa state government has announced the tragic loss of Elizabeth Bidei, a member of the State Executive Council and Commissioner for Women Affairs.    In a statement issued by the Commissioner for Information, Orientation, and Strategy, Hon. Mrs. Ebiuwou Koku-Obiyai, expressed deep condolences to the bereaved family, particularly her widower, Chief Jackson Bidei, and their children.   “Our hearts …

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Why do Igbo men who marry white women respect and revere their wives but don’t do same with Igbo wives? – Nigerian lady asks

Why do Igbo men who marry white women respect and revere their wives but don

A Nigerian woman, Ify Ibeanusi Onwubiko, has asked why Igbo men don’t treat their Igbo wives with deep respect as they do their Caucasian wives.  “Why do our Igbo men who marry white women respect and reverence their wives but they can’t respect and reverence their Igbo wives?,” she wrote in a Facebook post on Sunday, December 29   Our …

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