Are Nigerian Women Sabotaging Their Own Success?
~~ Tenin Yahaya
It's frustrating. We constantly hear about the need for women's empowerment in Nigeria, but where's the real progress? We're practically half the population, yet we're severely underrepresented in politics, business leadership, and every significant decision-making body. It's not just about a few token positions; we're talking about genuine equality, a 50/50 split at the top, women presidents, CEOs, governors – the whole shebang.
And what are we doing about it? Too many of us are caught up in internal battles, petty rivalries, and focusing on things that ultimately benefit only ourselves, like securing a husband or chasing material possessions. We spend more energy competing with each other than challenging the system that keeps us down. We're letting our own insecurities and internal conflicts overshadow our collective potential.
We need to stop playing small and start thinking big. Instead of fighting for scraps from the men's table, let's build our own table. Let’s strategically unite, harness our collective strength, and create a power bloc that demands and secures our rightful place. Forget the whispers and doubts; let's be bold and assertive in claiming what we deserve. We possess the potential to bring about significant change, especially in areas like peacebuilding, unity, and combating corruption – areas where, frankly, men have repeatedly failed. We can govern more effectively, create a more equitable society, and uplift our communities, if only we'd focus on collaboration instead of competition. It's time to stop being our own worst enemies and start working together to create the Nigeria we deserve.
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