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In the final episode of this series, we explore various ways, big or small, to support and encourage women's participation in politics in Nigeria. Through the voices of experts Solape Sonuga and Maryam Mairo Ibrahim, we learn how to create a level playing field for women in political leadership and what the future holds for women in elections.
In 2018, Nigerian lawyer and politician Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan publicly announced her intentions to run for a seat in the Nigerian Senate, representing the people of Kogi Central. What began as a journey to advocate for laws favoring industrialization in the country led to years of political...
Published 03/15/24
In Nigeria, the experience of running for office is vastly different for women compared to their male counterparts. Women often have to contend with prejudice and stereotypes that question their ability to lead.
In this episode, we explore the history of women in politics and governance in...
Published 03/08/24