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My first night was a terrible experience for me. After our uwargida bathed me and poured perfume on my body, she escorted me to Malam Faruk’s room. He came into the room,I was shaking like a leaf. I was scared but I knew I had to fight for my life or I would die in his room. He ordered me to take off my clothes and I refused. He said that I was his wife now so I needed to do as he says but again was No, he didn’t like my reply and came towards me to undress me. I fought him off as hard as I could because I didn't like what he was trying to do. I fought with all my might
Fatima's story is so heartwrenching but its the reality for a lot of girls in our communities in Arewa
Click on the link below to read the story and discuss,how can we change this narrative?
https://jarumamagazine.com/survivor-story-ep-5fatimas-story/
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