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  How does the interplay of sex, gender, and politics in Nigeria contribute to a culture of governance that disadvantages women? How Sex, Gender, and Politics Disadvantage Women in Nigeria I show an intricate link between sex, gender, and politics in Nigeria, forming a culture of governance that disadvantages women. This culture is deeply rooted in structural violence. I focus here on the fifth, sixth and seventh ways identified in the chapter concerning how the complex interplay of sex, gender and politics in Nigeria contribute to a culture of governance that disadvantages and marginalizes women. 

How does structural violence manifest in Nigeria's political landscape, and what are its consequences for women's political participation? Manifestations and Consequences of Structural Violence in Nigeria's Political Landscape I provide a rich and nuanced exploration of how structural violence manifests within Nigeria's political landscape and the profound consequences it has for women's political participation. I argue that structural violence, a system of embedded inequalities that produces avoidable harm, operates through various interconnected mechanisms to systematically disadvantage women, limiting their access to power, silencing their voices, and undermining their ability to shape political decisions that impact their lives.

How does structural violence manifest in Nigeria's political landscape, and what are its consequences for women's political participation? Manifestations and Consequences of Structural Violence in Nigeria's Political Landscape I provide a rich and nuanced exploration of how structural violence manifests within Nigeria's political landscape and the profound consequences it has for women's political participation. I argue that structural violence, a system of embedded inequalities that produces avoidable harm, operates through various interconnected mechanisms to systematically disadvantage women, limiting their access to power, silencing their voices, and undermining their ability to shape political decisions that impact their lives.

How does the structural violence impact education in Nigeria? Examining the Impact of Structural Violence on Education in Nigeria I provide a compelling case for how the concept of structural violence illuminates the deeply entrenched inequalities that permeate the Nigerian education system. These inequalities, often rooted in historical legacies of colonialism and exacerbated by contemporary socio-economic and political structures, systematically disadvantage certain segments of the population, particularly girls and children from impoverished backgrounds, denying them access to quality education and perpetuating cycles of marginalization.

How does the concept of structural violence explain the marginalization of women in Nigeria? How Structural Violence Explains the Marginalization of Women in Nigeria The concept of structural violence offers a powerful framework for understanding the deep-rooted and multifaceted ways in which women in Nigeria are marginalized. This concept highlights how seemingly impersonal social, economic, and political structures systematically disadvantage women, limiting their access to resources, opportunities, and power, and perpetuating their subordination within society. #genderequity, #genderequality,#Democracy, #genderandpolitics, #civilrights, #women, #Genderequity, #GenderEquality, #WomensRights, #structuralviolence, #VAWG, #womenspoliticalparticipation,#GBV,#WomensHumanRights.  

What are the specific examples of structural violence that affect Nigerian women in politics? Specific Examples of Structural Violence Affecting Nigerian Women in Politics I offer several specific examples that demonstrate how structural violence impedes the participation and representation of Nigerian women in the political sphere. These examples showcase how deeply entrenched inequalities and systemic biases create a hostile environment for women seeking to engage in politics, reinforcing their marginalization and undermining their capacity to exercise their political rights.

The chapter used the Ibrahim Index of Governance (IIAG) in its assessment of gender equality in Nigeria. The key indicators used by IIAG  for Assessing Gender Equality are discussed in this section. The Ibrahim Index of Governance in Africa (IIAG) employs a multi-dimensional approach to evaluate gender equality performance across the African continent. The index encompasses eight key categories, each with specific metrics designed to capture the multifaceted nature of gender equality.

How does structural violence contribute to gender inequality in Nigeria? The Deep Intertwining of Structural Violence and Gender Inequality in Nigeria I provide a comprehensive analysis of how structural violence in Nigeria, a system of embedded inequalities that produces avoidable harm and suffering, is deeply intertwined with the perpetuation of gender inequality. I demonstrate how this system operates across various dimensions of Nigerian society, creating and reinforcing disadvantages for women that limit their opportunities, agency, and representation, ultimately undermining their full participation in social, economic, and political spheres.

What is the relationship between the Nigerian state and citizens' security and how does this relationship affect gender relations? The Complex Relationship Between the Nigerian State, Citizen Security, and Gender I show a complex and troubling relationship between the Nigerian state and its responsibility to ensure the security of its citizens, a relationship that is deeply intertwined with, and exacerbates, existing gender inequalities. I argue that while the Nigerian constitution guarantees the security of its citizens, this guarantee is selectively applied, favoring the wealthy and powerful while leaving the majority, particularly women, vulnerable to various forms of violence and insecurity. This selective application of security provisions, the sources argue, is a manifestation of structural violence, a system of inequality that produces and perpetuates avoidable harm and suffering.

Part 3 of what I said in my chapter, "Sex, Gender, and Politics: Issues in Nigeria’s Governance Culture," Chapter 6 in Gender and Governance in Nigeria.... Oluwafunmilayo Para-Mallam and Mojubaolu Olufunke Okome eds. Published by National Institute for Policy and Strategic Studies, NIPSS Kuru Press, 2023 What are the eight principles of good governance as identified by the United Nations? The UN's Eight Principles of Good Governance are enumerated in this section. The big question is whether these principles are evident in Nigerian politics.

Part 2 of what I said in my Chapter. "Sex, Gender, and Politics: Issues in Nigeria’s Governance Culture" How do I define structural violence, and how does it relate to gender and governance in Nigeria? Defining Structural Violence and its Relationship to Gender and Governance in Nigeria I define structural violence as any avoidable harm or insult to basic human needs and the well-being of sentient life, encompassing physical, mental, and spiritual aspects. This harm results in the lowering of an individual's real level of needs satisfaction below its potential. I further explain that structural violence: Can manifest in various forms, including threats that create fear, distorted cognitions and emotions, and hopelessness, which are enumerated in this section. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gqSOWbFxJV4

Here's Part 1 of what I said in Chapter 6 of Gender and Development in Nigeria: Concepts, Issues and Strategies, edited by Funmi Para-Mallam and Mojubaolu Okome published by Nipss Kuru Press in 2023. This section is: An Examination of the Structural Violence Faced by Women in Nigeria This is an in-depth analysis of structural violence against women in Nigeria. Structural violence, in this context, refers to the systemic and institutionalized practices, norms, and power imbalances that perpetuate gender inequality and hinder women's full participation in various aspects of society. This summary highlights the various ways this manifests and how deeply embedded it is in Nigerian society. You are invited to the book talk today, October 23, 2024. Here's Part 1 of what I said in Chapter 6 of Gender and Development in Nigeria: Concepts, Issues and Strategies, edited by Funmi Para-Mallam and Mojubaolu Okome published by Nipss Kuru Press in 2023. This section is: An Examination of ...