In this eye-opening feature, Adejumo Kabir sheds light on the untold stories of intersex Nigerians battling stigma, secrecy, and identity struggles in a society that barely understands them. Ifeoma Ugwu’s journey as an intersex individual began as a child. Growing up as a triplet, she couldn’t help but notice the differences in her body compared to her siblings. As a curious child, she would often ask her mother questions about her physical characteristics, wondering if her siblings were born with the same traits. At one stage, her mother gave a gentle response that “God created her this way”. The response…
Author: Kabir Adejumo
As part of efforts to promote leadership accountability, Good Governance Africa (GGA-Nigeria), on Thursday, 26 June, played host to a dynamic gathering of young leaders and change-makers who came together for the Youth Advocates for Good Governance (YAGG) event at the University of Lagos (UNILAG) in Akoka. The engaging platform brought together about 80 passionate individuals committed to promoting transparency, accountability, and good governance in their respective communities. Through thought-provoking discussions and interactive sessions, participants explored innovative ways to drive positive change and contribute to ethical leadership in Nigeria, as the programme underscored the crucial role young people play in…