By Jumai Ahmadu PhD For years, a common phrase has echoed in workplaces and social spaces across Nigeria “women are their own worst enemies.” It is often said with confidence, and used to explain away instances of rivalry, jealousy, or conflict among women. Over time, this idea has hardened into a stereotype—that women cannot genuinely support one another, especially in male-dominated spaces like politics or the civil service. But is this really the truth? The myth suggests that women are too competitive, too suspicious, and too insecure to work together…
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