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The Digest:

The African Action Congress (AAC) has condemned a wave of what it calls "sexist jokes and coded language" directed at its Anambra State governorship candidate, Chioma Ifemeludike. According to TheCable, the party's leadership stated that public discourse has focused disproportionately on her appearance and clothing rather than her policy ideas, highlighting the "deep-rooted patriarchy" in Nigerian political culture ahead of the November 8 election.

Key Points:
  • The AAC has condemned sexist remarks against its candidate, Chioma Ifemeludike.
  • The party stated she is being judged on her appearance, not her ideas or policies.
  • AAC spokesman Femi Adeyeye said this exposes "deep-rooted patriarchy" in politics.
  • The party cited the treatment of other women like Bianca Ojukwu as examples.
  • Leader Omoyele Sowore said her "remarkable intelligence" is being overshadowed.
  • Ifemeludike is running against incumbent Governor Chukwuma Soludo.
  • The party called for voters to judge candidates on policies, not appearance.
The controversy underscores the additional, gendered scrutiny female politicians face, turning a campaign for office into a battle against deeply ingrained societal biases.

Sources: The Cable

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