We chose to focus on the case of Busola Dakolo, a well-known Nigerian photographer who has accused her former pastor of rape, because it seemed to represent so many other cases in the region.
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Busola has definitely influenced the conversation around rape in Nigeria. After her interview, I heard that at least one group for survivors swelled past capacity. Esther Uzoma, a human rights lawyer, told me Busola quickly became an “icon” of every woman’s “secret pain.”
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But even on the streets, I found a lot of skepticism toward her claims. Her critics said they were just applying appropriate skepticism to unproven allegations. Her supporters said the hostile reaction reveals just how difficult it is for women in the region to speak out.
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