Media personality Toke Makinwa co-hosted a special International Women’s Day edition of Rubbin’ Minds with Ebuka Obi-Uchendu on March 9, 2025. The episode featured an insightful discussion on key issues affecting women, including:
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Embracing femininity and redefining strength on personal terms
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Addressing patriarchal structures and the ongoing fight for gender equality
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Navigating career challenges and breaking glass ceilings for women in Nigeria
Notable guests shared their perspectives:
Francesca Uriri, Founder of Leading Ladies Africa, emphasized the need to dismantle systemic bias and called for government and organizational support to allow women to thrive.
Beauty Tukura, 43rd Miss Nigeria, spoke about overcoming strict cultural norms and facing criticism for non-conformity.
Omotunde ‘lolo’ Adebowale, a media personality, questioned when the fight for women’s empowerment would end, noting that empowered women are often seen as problematic.
Prudence Stanley-Zebulon, Creative Director at Cheries Interior, challenged women to find their own voices rather than relying on others.
Lola Olukuewu, Co-founder and COO of Aivira Technologies, stressed the importance of self-awareness in overcoming negative external influences.
Toke Makinwa highlighted systemic oppression faced by women, citing difficulties in renting property due to perceived financial insecurity compared to men.
The discussion aimed to raise awareness and promote solutions for the challenges women face in various aspects of Nigerian society.
