Tag: Sexual Harrasment
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I was assaulted sexually at the age of 17- Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie[Video]
Renowned Nigerian author, Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie, has shared the bitter tale of how she was sexually assaulted at the age of 17. Adichie made this known during closing keynote speech at the just concluded Stockholm Forum for Gender Equality. She recalled how she had written a book of poems and taken it to a…
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Sexual harassment is not enough reason to leave Nollywood- Crowncy Anyanwu Chidera
The issue of sexual harassment is not new in entertainment circles. Popular American filmmaker, Harvey Weinstein was recently accused of sexual harassment by some prominent actresses. Back here in Nollywood, no actress has boldly declared that she is a victim of sexual harassment and has mentioned the perpetrator.However there has been a myriad of speculations…
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People are scared to speak about sexual harassment in Nollywood- Linda Osifo
Beautiful Linda Osifo may not be a household name yet in Nollywood., but the svelte diva has what it takes to succeed in the movie industry. Osifo recently poured out her mind over the pervading tales of sexual harassment in Nollywood. The actress noted that people are scared to speak about sexual harassment in Nollywood.…
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What the church should do about sexual harrasment- Donnie Mcclurkin
Award winning American gospel singer and songwriter has shared his opinion about the trend of sexual harassment going on in the US. Donnie noted that sexual harassment is not a new thing, adding that it has been in existence in many facets of our lives. According to him: ”The bottom-line is that these…
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We will deal with perpetrators of sexual harassment in Nollywood- Victor Osuagwu
Victor Osuagwu is a renowned actor and comedian in Nollywood known for his unique comic roles.The Former chairman of Lagos State chapter of the Actors Guild of Nigeria (AGN), in a recent interview spoke about the trend of sexual harrasment now prevalent in Nollywood. In his words “It has been my nature to see challenges…