Sociology, Department of
ORCID IDs
Edet 0000-0001-5389-0738
Date of this Version
2019
Citation
Journal of Advanced Research in Humanities and Social Science (2019) 6(3): 1-7
Abstract
Although hinged on the principles of patriarchy, the Nigerian society has witnessed appreciable changes in the roles of women. This change is noticed in marriage particularly among married women or housewives. Thus, the phenomenon of full housewife is gradually fading away due to the joint influence of westernization, globalization, and modernization. Thus, this study delved into interrogating the various changes that have taken place in the traditional roles of housewives in selected locations in Ibadan. This study utilized a purely qualitative method of research because the subject matter focuses on making sense of meanings people attach to gender, gender roles, and patriarchy. Data were purposively collected through in-depth interviews in Ibadan metropolis, Nigeria. A total of 40 interviews were conducted. This article makes an important contribution to the data and literature on feminism and gender studies.
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Copyright 2019, the authors. Open access material
License: CC BY-NC