A Nigerian man has sparked reactions online after questioning why feminist groups in Nigeria are not protesting the absence of female soldiers on the war front.
..., shared by Abubakar Sani on Facebook, comes amid growing concerns over insecurity across the country.
Feminist Activism and Battlefield
Sani suggested that although feminists often discuss gender equality in society, he has yet to see any protest over the Nigerian Army not sending female soldiers to the war front.
He questioned whether the principle of gender equality applies to the battlefield.
In his words: “In my entire life, I have never seen a single feminist protesting why the Nigerian Army is not sending female soldiers to the war front. I wonder whether gender equality does not apply to the battlefield.”
Security Concerns in the Country
... comes amid rising insecurity across Nigeria, with frequent attacks by insurgents and bandits in several states.
Gender Equality in the Military
The Nigerian Army currently has female soldiers, but most are reportedly deployed in support, administrative, and medical roles rather than active combat positions.
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