Apr 17, 2024

Local Economics

Local Economics

19 mins

19 mins

Precarious Women: a Glimpse Into the Lives of Nigerian Market Women

written by

Lola Popoola

Africa's colonial-era conservation model risks continued environmental degradation by excluding indigenous knowledge and community participation.

Africa's colonial-era conservation model risks continued environmental degradation by excluding indigenous knowledge and community participation.

Africa's colonial-era conservation model risks continued environmental degradation by excluding indigenous knowledge and community participation.

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Summary

This article explores the lives of three Nigerian market women—Ms. Aminat, Ms. Florence, and Ms. Esther—who have built successful businesses in Lagos’ informal markets. Despite challenges like limited capital, economic instability, and poor infrastructure, they remain resilient, driven by financial independence. The narrative highlights the crucial role women play in Nigeria’s informal economy, emphasizing their contributions to their families and local communities, despite facing significant social and economic barriers.