- Nigerian female celebrities marked International Women’s Day by sharing inspiring messages and personal stories on social media
- Toke Makinwa encouraged women to demand respect, Priscilla Ojo highlighted gender equality struggles, and Sophie Chisom raised awareness about domestic violence, urging women to prioritize their safety
- Other stars like Funke Akindele, IbQuake, and Ini Edo also shared messages of empowerment, reinforcing International Women’s Day as a celebration of achievements
In commemoration of International Women's Day, several Nigerian female celebrities have taken to social media to share inspiring messages, personal experiences and calls for change.
This year’s theme, “March Forward for all Women and Girls,” has resonated widely, inspiring many to use their platforms to advocate for women’s rights and empowerment.
Popular media personality Toke Makinwa encouraged women to stand up for themselves and demand respect. Priscilla Ojo, a brand influencer, emphasised the importance of women's rights and equality, highlighting the struggles women face.
Sophie Chisom, a content creator and entrepreneur, raised awareness about domestic violence, highlighting the need for support systems and encouraging women to leave toxic situations to protect their lives.
Other notable figures, including Funke Akindele, IbQuake, and Ini Edo, among others, also shared messages of empowerment and solidarity with women around the world.
International Women's Day is a global celebration of women's achievements and a call to action for gender equality.
Check out the incredible message and stunning photos of these celebrities;
1. PRISCILLA OJO
2. FUNKE AKINDELE
3. TOKE MAKINWA
4. Soso
5. IBQUAKE
6. Iyabo Ojo
7. Mercy Aigbe
8. Mercy Eke
9. Hilda Baci
10. Tacha
11. Sola Sobowale
12. Sola allyson
13. Ini Edo
International Women’s Day: Struggling with unrealistic beauty standards, self-acceptance
Meanwhile, TheRadar earlier reported that women face great pressure to conform to unrealistic beauty standards, leading to low self-esteem and a loss of individuality, with many undergoing drastic transformations, from skin bleaching to cosmetic surgeries, in a bid to fit into societal norms, often at the cost of their physical and mental well-being.
However, ahead of International Women's Day, it is time for women to unite and challenge these beauty standards, embracing their uniqueness and celebrating their individuality and challenge these beauty standards, embracing their uniqueness and celebrating their individuality.