Introduction to the Episode: Hello & welcome audience to Episode 3 of Deep Roots with NaijababeinTexas.
Last month, specifically March 8, we celebrated “International Women’s Day”. I am going to discuss the ugly truth of my Nigeria cultural rooted issues that continues to discriminate against women, that require changes. Basically, we don’t value our Women in our culture. We must ask ourselves what we want to embody because it not Justice, Kindness, Equality and Humility.
This episode, I will give you some insight into the negatives of what women experience in Nigeria today and what we can do to make changes, we need our men to effect changes. Let’s deep dive into my deep roots.
Podcast Topic: We need to Break these Bias Nigerians don’t value our Women in our culture. Women are objectified, required to cook, clean, bear and rear children, support the men and serve him. Take whatever the man does to her and make her responsible for her man's behavior. By teaching her what she should recognize to do differently, so he does not act in ways that are unhealthy to her or the family.
Insight:
What’s the ugly truth of women in Nigeria?
Why do these behaviors exist?
What are our solutions to resolve these issues?
Conclusion: I have promised you; I will be transparent and vulnerable regarding everything that pertains to my culture. It does not mean progress has not been made, it just means we have continued opportunity for growth. We need our men to support the changes and narrative. This topic is to provide awareness, create solutions or participate in existing solutions to be a better society now and for the next generation of women. Thanks for taking the time to listen to this episode. Please provide your feedback and participate in the Polls/ Q & A.
Resources: As of 3/1/22, Recent Laws Not Approved: Senate's rejection of special bill for women, a great setback.
Bill No. 35 - for an Act to Provide for Special Seats for Women in the National and State Houses of Assembly, and for Related Matters. 30 senators voted in favour & 58 senators voted against.
Bill No. 37 - for an Act to Provide for Affirmative Action for Women in Political Party Administration, and for Related Matters. 34 senators voted in favour & 53 senators voted against.
Successes as of 4/6/2022: BREAKING: Women's Participation In Politics: Court Rules In Favour Of Nigerian Women, Upholds 35 Percent Affirmative Action | Sahara Reporters