Women
The Nigerian Woman And Nobel Laureates
The African woman can be considered an embodiment of grace and beauty, above all, the African woman is an embodiment of peace. It therefore, comes as no surprise that two Nobel Laureates came from two Liberian women; Ellen Sirleaf Johnson and Leymah Gbowee, they were both awarded a Nobel Laureate for their non-violent struggle for the safety of women and for women’s rights to full participation in peace building work.
Liberia is a country recovering from the ravages of war, a female president was sworn in at the wake of a post-war campaign, the presidency was given to a woman even in a male-dominated society not different from our beloved Nigeria.
We also had late Wangari Matthai, an environmentalist involved in forest conservation, she received a Nobel Laureate for Green Peace, and she died at the age of 71 while undergoing a cancer treatment. She wil1 be missed. There is the faith that more African women will emulate her dogged determination to preserve the rain forest in Kenya even in the midst of adversaries and tribulations, she stood out in the International community.
The Nigerian woman can also lead a non violent demonstration for instance the women that had a silent demonstration at the House of Representatives in Abuja, to protest the happenings in Jos. The impact of their demonstration led to a full awareness of the true situation of things in Jos. We also have the historical Aba Women’s riot in 1929 that engendered a change in issues that affected women adversely in their society.
It is a known fact that any society that has a people or a group with poor political participation or prowess, like children or youths, they are considered a minority, which is the position of women in the Nigerian society, this is because they do not have female governors or vice presidents, or even presidents. Yes in the west and east we have had female deputy governors, which is a plus, because we see their men encourage them at all times.
Nigeria is blessed with women of high repute, who have very strong intellectual capabilities; these women have also been the reason behind some great ideas in both the state and federal governments. Even after the 35% affirmative action, women are yet to be less cult figures and more of heroines in developmental issues of both infrastructure and the development of the well being of members of the Nigerian society.
Women in Nigeria, even after the realisation of their freedom to vote and be voted for, still act as figureheads in their political pursuits. Women’s involvement in politics is an issue that has been reiterated constantly by Non Governmental Organisations (NGOs), United Nations, Women bodies and other women’s rights groups. Still the effect of most of these campaigns is yet to be realized in our Nigerian society. Women are their own problems because they portray themselves as the weaker sex, and are treated as such.
The Nigerian women have to take charge of the situation they find themselves in, to be relevant in the developmental process of their society. It is of great importance that the Nigerian woman realises she gave birth to the Nigerian society therefore whatever affects the society is her business. The vices the youths indulge in are her business, especially the misplaced use of the social network which is inimical to the image of our country, is the Nigerian woman’s business; it is left for her to arm herself with the knowledge of the use of the social network to checkmate the excesses of her children, grandchildren and wards in general.
The newly sworn-in members of the executive heading the Nigeria Association of Women Journalists (NAWOJ), Rivers State Chapter have embarked on a sensitisation tour of the rural areas where they believe women with potentials dwell in, but are wallowing in ignorance. These women will be armed with the knowledge of developmental facilities and policies to guide them on how to access what government has for their well being, in terms of health and education.
The journalists are the watchdogs of the society, it will therefore, be unfortunate if the watchdog sleeps while things go wrong in its society. If these functions are carried out properly, Nigeria will produce a lot more female Nobel Laureates in the 21st century.
Enale Ndubere Kodu, Chairman Nigeria Association of Women Journalists (NAWOJ), Rivers State
Enale Ndubere Kodu
Women
Nigeria Deserves Stylish, Sophisticated Designs-Igiebor Daddy Lucky
IVY-K Fashion by Igiebor Daddy Lucky, a Nigerian-born designer now based in the UK, has launched the latest menswear line, Dapper Man.
One of the collection’s strengths is its classic, clean aesthetic. Dapper Man delivers sharp, structured suits in a timeless black and white color scheme that exudes a sense of luxury and professionalism. The use of high-quality fabrics like wool and silk ensures that the suits not only look high-end but also feel luxurious to the wearer. The designer’s focus on detail is evident in the meticulous tailoring, with fitted blazers and crisp trousers forming the foundation of the collection.
Where IVY-K Fashion shines is in the subtle yet elegant touches. The inclusion of beads as embellishments on lapels and cuffs adds a unique flair, blending traditional craft with modern tailoring. This nod to African heritage gives the collection a distinct identity, offering something more personal and culturally significant than your standard menswear line.
However, despite the elegance of the Dapper Man collection, there is a lingering sense of missed opportunity. The black-and-white color palette, while classic, feels overly safe. In a fashion landscape where bold colors and daring patterns often make the strongest impact, the collection could benefit from incorporating more vibrant hues or experimenting with unconventional fabrics. Pushing the envelope with color or texture could elevate these designs from simply elegant to truly memorable.
In addition, while the tailoring of the blazers and trousers is immaculate, the collection lacks a sense of playfulness or modern edge that many contemporary menswear lines are embracing. The suits are undoubtedly stylish, but the collection as a whole leans heavily on tradition. Experimenting with asymmetrical cuts, bold patterns, or even layering could add an exciting dimension to Dapper Man. The challenge is to maintain the sleek sophistication of the collection while infusing it with a fresh, innovative spirit.
Another area that could use improvement is the overall cohesion of the collection. While the suits are well-crafted, there is a feeling of repetition across the pieces. More variation in design, such as different lapel styles, pocket configurations, or even bolder accessories, would give the collection greater diversity and visual interest.
In conclusion, Dapper Man by Igiebor Daddy Lucky showcases the designer’s strong grasp of classic tailoring and elegant design, but to truly capture the attention of a broader audience, IVY-K Fashion would benefit from more daring choices. By infusing the collection with bold colors, unexpected textures, and a more modern edge, Dapper Man could move from a well-crafted line to a trendsetting force in men’s fashion. With such a solid foundation, there’s no doubt that Igiebor Daddy Lucky has the potential to lead his brand toward greater heights
Women
Women Can Curb Indecent Dressing
The trend of indecent dressing all in the name of fashion is fast becoming a norm in our generation and society at large. Most married women embrace this fashion as competition with single ladies.
Different scholars have given an in depth insight about dressing as a tool of communication. Non-verbal communication has been asserted as the communication between people by the means of signs or symbols. It conveys what we wish to disseminate to the public as either intentionally or not.
According to Paul Ekman and Michael Argyle, communication is carried out through what has been classified as “Presentational Code”. He listed nine codes of non-verbal communication, as body contact, facial expression, gestures, postures, eye movement, proximity, orientation, head nods and appearance.
This, being stated, married and single ladies should understand that their mode of dressing is communicative be it directly or indirectly as such body parts we call “private” are now being made public because of the trends or wearing of transparent dresses and this in turn calls on the attention of men who are weak and prone to illicit thoughts thus, resulting to most rape cases in our society.
This indecent dressing by most ladies has denied many their future husbands. The truth is that a man is attracted to his kind; his desires in marriage. It is often asserted that decency and beauty are in the eyes of the beholder, yet, in trending times of this 21st century, dress code and fashion in nudity form is gaining popularity.
This has become complicated as most men tend to toggle between their emotions (lust) and sanity (rationality) in terms of marriage, thereby setting a wrong foundation upon which most marriages are consummated.
On the other hand, most married women have embraced the trend of indecent dressing nipping it on the state of it being the choice dressing, approved by their spouses, leaving society with the question of what “responsible” man would prefer that the secrecy of the benefit of his marital vow has become the centre of attraction and viewership by the general public.
Hence, communicating with their dressing gas given licence to every male gender who is interested or attracted to what they see to make unsolicited sexual passes at them, which might be considered embarrassing.
At this juncture, it is important to state that ladies should dress decently knowing that they are the epitome of nation-building, they are nation-builders, character moulders and pacesetters not just in the lives of their families but to the society at large.
In most occasions, there are no clear border lines between the married women and the single ladies because of the rate of scanty dressing which has close the gap of differences.
Women and girls should embrace this call awakening to decent mode of dressing. Dresses that are meant to be worn indoors should remain indoors.
It is worrisome to see ladies wear shorts that are supposed to be worn in the living room on the streets without shame. This is an awakening call to our ladies, married and singles that the opposite sex do not expose their private body parts for the public. Sometimes, the ladies go about in the streets without wearing brazziers as to showcase their nipples.
The society should be sanitised of the menace of indecent dressing that is lurking and taking over the entire nooks and crannies of the society and the nation at large.
Let it be known that he or she is addressed in the manner he or she is dressed. There may be no room for a second impression. To the single ladies, your dressing decently will not stop you from meeting your Mr Right rather, it will increase your stake and place you on the list of most valued women in the society.
Dressing speaks louder than words.
Kate Chisom Isiocha
Isiocha is an OND final year student of Temple Gate Polytechnic.
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