How I Love Being A Woman 😒

Trigger Warning: This episode discusses sexual harassment and forms of gender-based violence against women.In this episode, Ayodeji and Kachie celebrate International Women's Day and month, by discussing one of the largest sexual harassment claims in Nigeria. Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan submitted a claim against Senate President, Senator Godswill Akpabio for sexual harassment. A case that highlights the plight of women in Nigeria from the very few who walk the corridor of political power to the everyday woman. They discuss:Allegations of misconduct can have significant repercussions for individuals in power.The treatment of women in political spaces often reflects broader societal issues.The importance of women's representation in politics cannot be overstated.The conversation emphasizes the need for accountability in cases of misconduct.Support for victims of harassment is crucial in fostering a safe political environment. The aura surrounding accusations can influence public perception.Retribution against women in power is often heavy-handed.Silencing women leads to a culture of fear and oppression.The judiciary in Nigeria is perceived as compromised and ineffective.Women in politics face systemic challenges and discrimination.And more.Central Square:Backdrop (Previous incident with Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan)Backdrop (Sexual harassment claims by Ex NDDC MD, Dr Joi Nunieh, in 2020) Incident at Senate (I am not afraid of you) Video of incident Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan Alleges sexual harassment by Senator AkpabioSenator Akpabio dines claims, says he has NEVER harassed any woman sexually, was raised very well by his late single motherSenator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan’s sexual harassment petition dead on arrival, Senate.The Senate Committee on Ethics, Privileges, and Public Petitions suspends Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan for six monthsSenator Natasha Reports Her Suspension, Case Against Senator Akpabio To UN Inter-Parliamentary UnionSenator Natasha Was Suspended For Gross Misconduct, Not Because Of Her Allegation, Senate Tells United Nations IPU (Inter parliamentary conference)MEDIA MACHINE FOR AKPABIOFormer Senator Florence Ita-Giwa: Claiming Sexual Harassment in the Senate Shows Weakness, Women Should Be Unapproachable The Deputy Chief Whip, Senator Onyekachi Nwaebonyi, accuses Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan of having 6 children with different men and dismissed the sexual harassment allegation Senator Natasha levied against the President of the SenateThe Deputy Chief Whip, Senator Onyekachi Nwaebonyi says Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan is spoiling the chances of other women in Nigeria who want to enter Politics.Akpabio’s wife defends husbandAkpabio’s wife sues Natasha, demands N350 billion in damagesPro-Akpabio Protesters Rally at National AssemblyNigerian Women Crusade for Good Governance (NWCGG), representing women’s groups, has apologised to the Senate President Female legislative aides of the 10th senate appreciate Senate President Akpabio for being gender-friendly, inclusive and fair Support for Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan:It’s ‘legislative recklessness’, Human rights lawyer Femi Falana condemns Natasha’s suspensionFormer Minister Oby Ezekwesili accuses senate of abuse of power, hails Natasha Akpoti-UduaghanIf you have faced any form of sexual harassment or other forms of gender-based violence, please contact the relevant support organisation in your jurisdiction. In Nigeria, contact: WARIF and/or Mirabel CentreYou can find and follow Ayodeji & Kachi on:X/Twitter: ⁠@AyodejiMartins_⁠ & ⁠@Kachie⁠Instagram: ⁠@AyodejiMartins_⁠ & ⁠@kachieo⁠⁠Follow us on: X/Twitter: ⁠@thesquarepod_⁠Instagram: ⁠@thesquarepod_⁠Threads: ⁠@thesquarepod_⁠TikTok: ⁠@thesquarepod⁠Youtube: ⁠@TheSquarePod_⁠And email us at ⁠[email protected]⁠Please remember to Subscribe, Share, Rate and Review!!