Who is Cyril Ndifon?

He is the current Dean of the University of Calabar (@Unical1976) Faculty of Law, accused repeatedly by several female students of sexually abusing them.

This #thread chronicles a timeline that spans EIGHT years.

Professor Cyril Osim Ndifon is a Professor of Law at the University of Calabar, Calabar, Nigeria.

He has held several positions in the institution, including Dean, Faculty of Law; Sub-Dean, Faculty of Law; Head of Department; Chairman, Faculty of Law Graduate Board; and Examination officer.

He is also a member of the Nigerian Bar Association @NigBarAssoc

3 Nigerian podcasters have become recipients of Spotify's new $100,000 Africa Podcast Fund initiative. 
Ranging from @ISWISPodcast, hosted by @fkabudu and @Jollz to “Tea with Tay”, hosted by @Taymesan "This is the first-of-its-kind podcast initiative on the continent, the Africa Podcast Fund, this is with the goal of supporting podcasters and further amplifying their stories," Ms Muhutu-Remy said.

TW: Rape

A study has found that 27.6 per cent of South African men aged 18-49 have raped a woman.

In "Why, When and How Men Rape: Understanding Rape Perpetration In South Africa", men listed boredom, a sense of sexual entitlement and punishment as motivation for rape.

🧵⬇️ The men confessed to multiple rapes, adding that sometimes they raped women in groups as "entertainment".

A third of the men interviewed experienced no guilt and consequently had not experienced any form of punishment or consequence for their actions.

This week, we gathered stories about women continuously seeking safety for themselves and their communities, as well as breaking free from patriarchal roles.

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#DocumentWomen 1. United kingdom

The British government is trying to tackle digital abuse with the passing of its landmark Online Safety Bill.

Why is the compliment “Beauty and Brains” considered sexist?🤔

A thread🧵

RT for others You probably must have gotten this reaction or a similar one after calling a lady "beauty with brains".

Here are 5 reasons that line isn't a compliment.

Around the world, economies are starting to open up and people have resumed their duties. As women, however, our bodies, our minds and our careers continue to walk the tightrope.

This week, we gathered stories about death, healing and resilience. 1. Ireland

The killing of a primary school teacher in Ireland, Ashling Murphy this week has prompted discussions online about women’s safety. Many women on social media have shared their experiences and perspectives on violence and misogyny.

The year is coming to a close and families are spending more time together, but across the globe, women continue to demand rights to their bodies, safety and livelihoods.

We gathered stories from across the globe for you😁

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#DocumentWomen 1. In China
A hospital can currently only let pregnant women deliver by caesarean section if their husband approves. This week, the Chinese government met to discuss bills, including a draft amendment to the Women’s Rights & Interests Protection Law, which was 1st passed in 1992

#netflixandchill is about to be on point.

10 Christmas Movies Feminists Can Enjoy

#DWChristmas #DocumentWomen 1. A Bad Moms Christmas
This sheds light on the complicated life that could come with motherhood.

5 money mistakes that can ruin your rich auntie vibe this festive period.

A Thread.

#DWChristmas #DocumentWomen Sis, it's perfectly okay to want to flex, relax and be taken care of this season but remember that January is the longest month of the year.

Here are 5 money mistakes that could ruin your rich auntie vibe this festive period.

The holidays have come around and the year is coming to a close but across the globe, women continue to fight for their rights. This week, Document Women has gathered stories of activism, bravery and success.

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#DocumentWomen 1. In Kenya

Sex workers in Kenya have reignited calls to decriminalize their work after new details emerge from the 2012 murder of sex worker Agnes Wanjiru

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Across the globe, awareness as to the safety of women continues to be discussed.

This week on #AroundTheWorldIn5, we gathered stories about abuse, safety and leadership.

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#DocumentWomen 1. Sierra Leone

In Sierra Leone, Many young women emigrate to the Middle East in search of well-paying jobs, instead, they are met with abuse, exploitation and inhumane working conditions.

Imagine being deprived of social benefits and opportunities because a part of your body is impaired.

Fair?

#InternationalDisabilityDay2021
#EmpowerTheDisabled Let's move from"imagining" to "seeing" that friend, neighbour, a colleague who is being treated less and unequally for a condition they have not much to do about.

The International Day of Persons with Disabilities is celebrated every 3rd of December to create awareness of..

When we hear the word "Slavery" the first thing that comes to our mind is slavery back in the days of our forefathers and before our countries achieved independence.

Slavery, however, didn't end with those times. It's still practised in modern forms and styles.

A thread. Although modern slavery isn't defined in law, it is hidden under different forms like:

1. Forced & early marriage
2. Forced labour
3. Human trafficking
4. Debt bondage
5. Slavery of children

These are some of the major forms of slavery practised worldwide.

Let's talk about some activists who have led movements against Gender-based Violence.

#16DaysofActivism2021 #OrangeTheWorld
#ViolenceAgainstWomen

RT 🧡 1. Akosua Agyepong — Ghana

She runs Pearls Safe Haven, a home for survivors of domestic violence in Ghana.

"I want a world where girls can live freely without having to work twice as hard, be extra cautious, or be twice as modest and humble just to survive." — Akosua

Since the first case of HIV/AIDS was recorded 40 years ago, the disease has been a threat to our lives as over 36 million lives have been lost to it.

On a day like this, we commemorate with the @WHO, @UNAIDS and other bodies who have been raising awareness

#WorldAIDSDay about the illness to reiterate the importance of Equality of HIV/AIDS treatment across all borders.

For better treatment for HIV/AIDS, there should be a focus on:

-Community-led and people-centred infrastructure

-Equitable access to medicines, vaccines and health technologies