I Like Girls Vistanium

In Nigeria, the experience of running for office is vastly different for women compared to their male counterparts. Women often have to contend with prejudice and stereotypes that question their ability to lead.
In this episode, we explore the history of women in politics and governance in Nigeria before democracy, as well as the current landscape and barriers for women, through insights from Solape Sonuga, Policy and Strategic Partnerships Manager at ElectHer. Additionally, through the story of Benue State politician, Sewuese Bem, we explore what it's like for a young woman vying for space in the political arena. Sewuese shares her experiences running for the Benue State House of Assembly elections in 2019, as well as her 2023 campaign for a seat in the Federal House of Representatives.
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In 2018, Nigerian lawyer and politician Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan publicly announced her intentions to run for a seat in the Nigerian Senate, representing the people of Kogi Central. What began as a journey to advocate for laws favoring industrialization in the country led to years of political intimidation, gender bias, and violence for her.
This episode explores Natasha's turbulent journey to becoming Kogi State's first woman senator. It also sheds light on how Nigeria's constitution grants women the right to run for office, but in reality, the experience is painful and difficult.
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In the final episode of this series, we explore various ways, big or small, to support and encourage women's participation in politics in Nigeria. Through the voices of experts Solape Sonuga and Maryam Mairo Ibrahim, we learn how to create a level playing field for women in political leadership and what the future holds for women in elections.

I Like Girls returns on March 8 with a limited series focusing on Nigerian women in politics and governance. We feature stories about the experiences of women in politics in Africa's most populous nation, the challenges they face when running for office, and discussions on how to support women seeking roles in the political arena.
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What are the consequences of being the first-born daughter in an African home? It often means having more chores and responsibilities, as well as the task of setting a good example for your siblings. In some cases, it also entails taking on the role of an unofficial parent. In this episode, we dig into the experiences of Anita Eboigbe, a Nigerian Media Operations Lead, as she shares her story of being the firstborn daughter in a Nigerian home. -To get behind-the-scenes information about every episode, subscribe to our spam-free newsletter here. 

Nigerian nursing student Temitope Fatima has pursued multiple careers throughout her professional journey. She has held positions as an associate writer, teacher, social media manager, communications advisor, and most recently, a healthcare support worker. In this episode, she shares her experiences of constantly navigating various jobs and explains why it is important for her to explore as many roles as possible until she discovers what truly brings her fulfilment. What are the consequences of frequently switching careers? What are the gains and losses involved? Through Fatima's journey, we gain insight into the process of reinventing oneself as a woman repeatedly.
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