Yaba
market is one of the most popular markets in Lagos. At the market, you
find all kinds of people selling all sorts of things. These traders are
very aggressive and can be extreme sometimes to get customers.
Women
are always at the receiving end. They complain that whenever they visit
Yaba
market, they are always being harassed by the traders. So, for
some women, they are scared of visiting this market. You don't need to
worry as we share tips that can help women survive Yaba market without
being harassed.
a. Dress the way you want to be addressed
Most
of the times, the very flirty guys at Yaba market harass women who are
not well dressed. Fine, you have a right to wear whatever you like.
Regardless, when you are visiting Yaba market, ensure that you are well
dressed to prevent any harassment. It is no gainsaying ; dress the way
you want to be addressed.
b. Keep a straight face
The
best way to deal with these salacious men is to keep a straight face.
Don't smile when they touch you and do not even talk to them except you
want to patronize them. Your smile simply means you accept their
harassment and this will further motivate them.
c. Always go with a man
They
are most likely to respect themselves when they see a lady with a man
strolling around the market. So, if you are tired of their unwelcomed
physical touch, you should always go there with your boyfriend or your
brother.
d. Avoid walking at the center of the market
You
are definitely begging to be harassed if you walk at the center of the
market. That is where you find the badass guys. These ones don't care if
you are well-dressed or not, they will harass you and go as far as to
grope you. Perhaps, since government is planning to dislodge from the road, it may not change anything.
e. Don't go to the market
If you can avoid visiting Yaba market, you should. This is perhaps the best option for you.
5 ways women can visit Yaba Market without being harassed
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