I’m Not With Sen. Natasha, It’s a Sign of Weakness to Accuse a Man at that level -Ita-Giwa
By Faisal A Harande
Nigerian Senator Florence Ita-Giwa has ignited a heated debate with her recent remarks on sexual harassment in the Senate. Ita-Giwa asserted that female senators are “beyond the stage of being sexually harassed” due to their hard-won positions, implying that accusing a colleague of harassment is a sign of weakness ¹.
Her comments were in response to Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan’s allegations against Senate President Godswill Akpabio, who she claims frustrated her motions after she refused his advances ¹. Ita-Giwa’s stance has been met with mixed reactions, with some criticizing her views on sexual harassment.
Ita-Giwa’s argument that female senators should see themselves as equals to their male counterparts has sparked concerns about victim-blaming and the culture of silence surrounding harassment. Critics argue that her comments undermine the experiences of women who have faced harassment and may discourage others from speaking out.
As the debate continues, many are left wondering about the implications of Ita-Giwa’s comments on the fight against sexual harassment in Nigeria’s political sphere.
Key Takeaways:
- Senator Florence Ita-Giwa’s comments on sexual harassment spark controversy
- Ita-Giwa believes female senators are “beyond the stage of being sexually harassed”
- Her comments were in response to Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan’s allegations against Senate President Godswill Akpabio
- Critics argue that Ita-Giwa’s views undermine the experiences of women who have faced harassment
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