Kate Henshaw Says Nigerian Laws Unfairly Favour Men Over Women.
Actress calls for equality, says violence laws and society are unfair to women
Famous Nollywood actress Kate Henshaw has spoken out about what she sees as unfair treatment of women under Nigerian laws. In a recent interview on Arise TV, Henshaw said that many laws in Nigeria are designed to favour men and make life harder for women.
She argued that the way society and the law treat women is not right. According to Henshaw, Nigerian men are often raised to see women as less important or less human, and this thinking is reflected in the country’s legal system.
“God first created man, no doubt, but He brought the woman out from the side, and not from under the man’s feet. He created the woman not to be beneath the man but beside, to reign beside him, to be fruitful, multiply and grow together. But Nigerian men see women as less human. Even our laws, the violence against persons prohibition laws favours men. A man is allowed to chastise his wife. Why?” she asked.
Henshaw specifically pointed to the “violence against persons prohibition laws,” saying they do not protect women enough. She questioned why, under some laws, a man is allowed to “chastise” or discipline his wife, calling this practice outdated and unfair.
The actress called for changes in both the law and the way people think about women in Nigeria. She said women should be treated as equals, with the same rights and respect as men. Henshaw believes that changing the laws is only one part of the solution—society also needs to change how it views and values women.
Her comments have sparked conversations online and in the media, with many people agreeing that more needs to be done to protect women’s rights in Nigeria. Some have called for lawmakers to review and update laws that discriminate against women or allow violence in the home.
Conclusion:
Kate Henshaw’s strong words highlight the ongoing struggle for women’s rights and equality in Nigeria. By speaking out, she hopes to inspire others to push for fairer laws and a society where women are respected and protected.
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