A documentary on the struggle of nine female candidates who ran for elective offices in the 2023 general elections is set to premiere on July 14, 2025.
The documentary, titled: “Double Minority” is produced by Daria Media and directed by a Nigerian–British journalist, and media entrepreneur, Kadaria Ahmed, according to a statement.
According to the statement, the documentary will feature prominent female politicians, including Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, Senator Ireti Kingibe, and former House of Representatives member, Nnenna Elendu–Ukeje.
Others also featured in the documentary are: Adeola Azeez, Simi Olusola, Hauwa Gambo, Khadijah Abdullahi Iya, Munira Suleiman Tanimu and Joyce Daniels.
The statement indicated that the documentary was produced in conjunction with the MacArthur Foundation.
While stating that the documentary explored the challenges faced by women in Nigerian politics, such as cultural bias, limited access to funds, and political violence, the statement said the film aimed to amplify nationwide dialogue about the gender imbalance of Nigeria’s political landscape.
It read: “Double Minority is a powerful new documentary by Daria Media, which explores the triumphs, challenges, and resilience of women shaping Nigeria’s political landscape. The film charts the journey of nine Nigerian female political candidates who ran for elective offices in the 2023 election cycle, breaking barriers in a male-dominated arena.
“The nine women featured in the documentary are: Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, Senator Ireti Kingibe, Hon Nnenna Elendu–Ukeje, Adeola Azeez, Simi Olusola, Hauwa Gambo, Khadijah Abdullahi Iya, Hon Munira Suleiman Tanimu and Joyce Daniels.
“In Double Minority, we hear directly from the women and learn about the systemic obstacles—cultural bias, limited funding, and witness the violence they confront, just for daring to aspire to hold political office and lead.”
The statement said Ahmed lamented female exclusion from elective offices and governance in the country, describing it as bad for women and the nation.
The statement also quoted the Africa Director of the MacArthur Foundation, Dr Kole Shettima, as saying that, “the minoritisation of women is an embarrassment, and causes significant reputational damage to Nigeria.”
The premier screening of the documentary would feature a panel conversation with notable guests, moderated by Broadcast Journalist, Nabilah Usman of Radio Now 95.3FM Lagos.
