Opinion
Checking Indecent Dressing
Before discussing the troubles indecent dress
ing has caused in the society today, we have to, first and foremost, consider the meaning of these words. In a simple term we can say if something is not decent then it is indecent and an indecent thing means something that is not good for the eyes to behold.
No doubt much has been said on this issue but I still want to emphasize on it because it might likely change the attitude of some young people who like dressing indecently.
Most often, we see ladies exposing the sensitive parts of their body which is supposed to be covered, all in the name of fashion. The main objective clothe is made is for covering, but if it no longer fulfils the purpose for which it was made, then it’s being abused.
From the Bible, we learnt that Adam and Eve, the first man and woman and earth used apron when they noticed they were naked but were not properly covered. God, due to his lovingkindness, on seeing that they were not properly covered, made cloth for them with animal skin for them to be properly covered and protected.
Before now, it was noted that only people that have pyschological problem are the people we discover that go half naked on the street but today, we see people that we can say are mentally okay going half naked on the street.
The question now is, are they really okay as you think? If yes why do you think they dress that way? People they say are being addressed the way they are dressed, no wonder there are lots of rape cases, molestation of women on the streets in the cities because of their indecency in dressing which exposes the parts of their bodies, the sensitive parts that are supposed to be covered in order to gain attention from men. After gaining the attention what next? Molestation, rape which results in some being infested with diverse diseases, while some die along the process, are the consequences of indecent dressing in the society among others.
Someone had suggested that it is only irresponsible men that go after such persons. But I think this is not so. It is not a matter of being responsible or irresponsible because that is their nature and it takes the grace of God to close your eyes when you see such thing. My grievance goes to the ladies who expose their body all in the name of fashion.
Fashion simply means “the popular style of clothes, hair and behavior of an individual etc. at a particular time (Longan Dictionary). Simply put it is a particular style of an individual. It does not mean dressing with your body exposed like some young people do today. The Bible talks about moderation in all we do including dressing. You don’t have to look indecent or rough but be at the middle in other to please your maker. It went further to say: “Let not your nakedness be discovered…” Therefore, if you are on the contrary, you are displeasing your creator.
Gradually, we can see indecent dressing creeping into churches and they still claim they are sensing God. How do you think God will accept your service when you are sending men to hell right from the church, uncovering the parts, he said you should cover. Don’t you think that is disobedience?.
Some make-ups too look indecent due to the way they are being applied. Excessive use of make-up makes some ladies look fearful and some looking like masquerade. Some ladies use all kinds of colours when making up and it makes them look odd.
This make-up does not really matter. I believe if someone is beautiful the person is beautiful without the use of make-up because some don’t know how to apply this make-up. Try to minimize excessive use of your makeup and you will book beautiful.
When we talk of indecent dressing not only in clothing but make- up also because it’s part of dressing making use of shouty colours makes you look indecent (offensive). Like the lady I saw sometime ago, she was fixing the feather of bird (red colour) on the corners of her eyes. I was so amazed when I saw her and I began to imagine what dressing is really turning into these days. The more the days are prolonged the more fashion keep pumping out into the society.
Don’t they stand in front of their mirror before going out? Of course they do because every woman likes using the mirror. One should be able to note if the make-up she wears is decent.
There is a way one will use this make-up and it will really look nice. Why not go for that and you will be attractive instead of putting the one that will make you look odd and people begin to look at you as an irresponsible person.
For us to put a stop to the troubles indecent dressing has caused in our society, we must eradicate indecent dressing.
So if you suddenly come across half naked ladies on the street try to take your eyes off and plead for grace and you will overcome. I used to overcome because some of this ladies are agents that are sent to entice men. Please young men, do not be out with through your eyes by what you look at on the street. Pray for mercy to over-come. I believe if an agency is being set up to punish people who dress indecently on the streets, and the policy being carried out, others will see, learn and refrain from indecent dressing which is the bane of the society.
Chindah writes from Rivers State Polytechnic, Bori.
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The political atmosphere in Rivers State has been anything but calm in 2025. Yet, a rare moment of unity was witnessed on Saturday, June 28, when Governor Siminalayi Fubara and Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Chief Nyesom Wike, appeared side by side at the funeral of Elder Temple Omezurike Onuoha, Wike’s late uncle. What could have passed for a routine condolence visit evolved into a significant political statement—a symbolic show of reconciliation in a state bruised by deep political strife.
The funeral, attended by dignitaries from across the nation, was more than a moment of shared grief. It became the public reflection of a private peace accord reached earlier at the Presidential Villa in Abuja. There, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu brought together Governor Fubara, Minister Wike, the suspended Speaker of the Rivers State House of Assembly, Martin Amaewhule, and other lawmakers to chart a new path forward.
For Rivers people, that truce is a beacon of hope. But they are not content with photo opportunities and promises. What they demand now is the immediate lifting of the state of emergency declared in March 2025, and the unconditional reinstatement of Governor Fubara, Deputy Governor Dr. Ngozi Odu, and all suspended lawmakers. They insist on the restoration of their democratic mandate.
President Tinubu’s decision to suspend the entire structure of Rivers State’s elected leadership and appoint a sole administrator was a drastic response to a deepening political crisis. While it may have prevented a complete breakdown in governance, it also robbed the people of their voice. That silence must now end.
The administrator, retired naval chief Ibok-Ette Ibas, has managed a caretaker role. But Rivers State cannot thrive under unelected stewardship. Democracy must return—not partially, not symbolically, but fully. President Tinubu has to ensure that the people’s will, expressed through the ballot, is restored in word and deed.
Governor Fubara, who will complete his six-month suspension by September, was elected to serve the people of Rivers, not to be sidelined by political intrigues. His return should not be ceremonial. It should come with the full powers and authority vested in him by the constitution and the mandate of Rivers citizens.
The people’s frustration is understandable. At the heart of the political crisis was a power tussle between loyalists of Fubara and those of Wike. Institutions, particularly the State House of Assembly, became battlegrounds. Attempts were made to impeach Fubara. The situation deteriorated into a full-blown crisis, and governance was nearly brought to its knees.
But the tide must now turn. With the Senate’s approval of a record ?1.485 trillion budget for Rivers State for 2025, a new opportunity has emerged. This budget is not just a fiscal document—it is a blueprint for transformation, allocating ?1.077 trillion for capital projects alone. Yet, without the governor’s reinstatement, its execution remains in doubt.
It is Governor Fubara, and only him, who possesses the people’s mandate to execute this ambitious budget. It is time for him to return to duty with vigor, responsibility, and a renewed sense of urgency. The people expect delivery—on roads, hospitals, schools, and job creation.
Rivers civil servants, recovering from neglect and under appreciation, should also continue to be a top priority. Fubara should continue to ensure timely payment of salaries, address pension issues, and create a more effective, motivated public workforce. This is how governance becomes real in people’s lives.
The “Rivers First” mantra with which Fubara campaigned is now being tested. That slogan should become policy. It must inform every appointment, every contract, every budget decision, and every reform. It must reflect the needs and aspirations of the ordinary Rivers person—not political patrons or vested interests.
Beyond infrastructure and administration, political healing is essential. Governor Fubara and Minister Wike must go beyond temporary peace. They should actively unite their camps and followers to form one strong political family. The future of Rivers cannot be built on division.
Political appointments, both at the Federal and State levels, must reflect a spirit of fairness, tolerance, and inclusivity. The days of political vendettas and exclusive lists must end. Every ethnic group, every gender, and every generation must feel included in the new Rivers project.
Rivers is too diverse to be governed by one faction. Lasting peace can only be built on concessions, maturity, and equity. The people are watching to see if the peace deal will lead to deeper understanding or simply paper over cracks in an already fragile political arrangement.
Wike, now a national figure as Minister of the FCT, has a responsibility to rise above the local fray and support the development of Rivers State. His influence should bring federal attention and investment to the state, not political interference or division.
Likewise, Fubara should lead with restraint, humility, and a focus on service delivery. His return should not be marked by revenge or political purges but by inclusive leadership that welcomes even former adversaries into the process of rebuilding the state.
“The people are no longer interested in power struggles. They want light in their streets, drugs in their hospitals, teachers in their classrooms, and jobs for their children. The politics of ego and entitlement have to give way to governance with purpose.
The appearance of both leaders at the funeral was a glimpse of what unity could look like. That moment should now evolve into a movement-one that prioritizes Rivers State over every personal ambition. Let it be the beginning of true reconciliation and progress.
As September draws near, the Federal government should act decisively to end the state of emergency and reinstate all suspended officials. Rivers State must return to constitutional order and normal democratic processes. This is the minimum requirement of good governance.
The crisis in Rivers has dragged on for too long. The truce is a step forward, but much more is needed. Reinstating Governor Fubara, implementing the ?1.485 trillion budget, and uniting political factions are now the urgent tasks ahead. Rivers people have suffered enough. It is time to restore leadership, rebuild trust, and finally put Rivers first.
By: Amieyeofori Ibim
Amieyeofori Ibim is former Editor of The Tide Newspapers, political analyst and public affairs commentator
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