This Is How 24 Celebrities Celebrated Their International Women’s Day

 

The world cannot exist without the women — they are incredible, smart and the bedrock of our existence. The scientist, doctors, billionaires and all the leaders of the world today are as a result of a woman. Then why does it seem like the world was not built for the women? Why are the political and social structures designed to turn the women down? Why do we hear on the regular that women are being abused? Why, why, why? Whether young or old, there’s a need for every woman to be celebrated, treasured or pampered.

As yesterday Sunday marked the 2020 International Women’s Day, Nigerian celebrities, as well as their Ghanaian and South African counterparts took to social media to raise their voices, send words of encouragement to the voiceless, and celebrate their social, economic, cultural, and political achievements. As a platform dedicated to women, keep clicking to read what these 24 celebrities said about the IWD.

 

1. Juliet Ibrahim

 

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We don’t even know how strong we are until we are forced to bring that hidden strength forward. In times of tragedy, of war, of necessity, our strength has been amazing. The human capacity for survival and renewal is awesome. To me; Survival can be summed up in three words, NEVER GIVE UP. We have been women who always get up again, even if there are setbacks. We have a survivor instinct. We are not sure where it comes from, but probably from all the little things that makes us into who we are. We are WOMEN. Sonia, Juliet, Nadia and our Mom- We are survivors! #ProudMothers #SHeroes #Blessed #AToastToLife #iwd2020 #womensday #generationequality #genderequality @ssoniaibrahim @sheibrahim @lalahnadya Happy women’s Day to all my sisters all over the world! ❤️

A post shared by Juliet Ibrahim (@julietibrahim) on Mar 8, 2020 at 3:38am PDT

2. Rita Dominic

 

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“By lifting each other up, we lift ourselves up”- Lauren Fleshman. Happy international Women’s day to all the women who strive to make the earth a better place..❤️❤️ Swipe to see how @k8henshaw lifted me up, she does this all the time

A post shared by Rita Dominic (@ritadominic) on Mar 8, 2020 at 8:00am PDT

3. Joselyn Dumas

 

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To all the women who believed they could and they did! … Happy International Women’s Day” … #IWD2020 #LoveAbounds ~ : @WithGalaxy #shotonsamsung #teamgalaxy #letlovelead #instapost #instagram

A post shared by JOSELYN DUMAS® (@joselyn_dumas) on Mar 8, 2020 at 11:14am PDT

4. Lota Chukwu

 

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Hey woman… have a happy day.

A post shared by Lota Chukwu. (@thelotachukwu) on Mar 8, 2020 at 8:34am PDT

5. Jackie Appiah

 

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Cheers to all the smart, strong & courageous Amazing women. Hair @hairassuredltd Styled @bveystyling

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6. Nomzamo Mbatha

 

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Happy International Women’s Day from my mommy and I and our matching shirts! This is her first international trip and I have enjoyed every single moment. She is the funniest, strongest and most incredible woman. I’m so blessed to live out my childhood dream of having her see the world! Our first stop with @turkishairlines is Istanbul … see how we #WidenYourWorld

A post shared by Nomzamo Mbatha (@nomzamo_m) on Mar 8, 2020 at 1:42am PST

7. Lilian Afegbai

 

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The future is female #happyinternationalwomensday

A post shared by Lilian Afegbai (@lillyafe) on Mar 8, 2020 at 7:20am PDT

8. Lilian Esoro

 

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A lot to be thankful for. Major shoutout to all the strong women out there. Keep inspiring The double Money Year The FIESTY year Give them Hot Hot

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9. Linda Osifo

 

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Everyone needs a backbone. Especially when they say it’s impossible for you! We push. We strive. We speak out! We support! We break the unbreakable! Happy international Women’s Day to every women out there making the world a better place! Shout out to my super hero…Mama LAO @ka_te4950 love you ❤️ #happyinternationalwomensday ———————————— #LAO#lindaOsifo#melaningoddess#GodSpeed.

A post shared by LAO (@lindaosifo) on Mar 8, 2020 at 10:21am PDT

10. Yemi Alade

 

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There will Be No ME without You mummy ❤ ,I learnt everything I know from you! The WOMAN RACE IS IN SESSION!!! #TheMarathonContinues❤❤ #happy #WomanOfSteelDay everybody

A post shared by YemiAlade WOMAN OF STEEL (@yemialade) on Mar 8, 2020 at 8:45am PDT

11. Genevieve Nnaji

 

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ᴛᴏɢᴇᴛʜᴇʀ ᴏʀ ᴀʟᴏɴᴇ, ᴡᴇ ᴀʀᴇ ᴜɴsᴛᴏᴘᴘᴀʙʟᴇ. #happyinternationalwomensday ladies!. #ngoziokonjoiweala

A post shared by (@genevievennaji) on Mar 8, 2020 at 3:54am PDT

12. Kate Henshaw

 

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Queens all over the world… Celebrate yourselves… Love one another…❣ Find your tribe and reach your goals together… We rise by lifting each other…. Let love lead and let your light shine so bright that it illuminates the path of your sisters…. Happy International Women’s day #equalforequal #iwd2020 #WomenofWorth #K8DGR8 #KateTheUnbroken #KTG #Oluwakate #oluwatojuk8 #oluwanifek8 #Oluwalonik8 #oluwawapeluk8 #Oluwaniolusoagutank8 #positivevibesonly #UnapologeticallyMe #unstoppable

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13. Naomi Campbell

 

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I’m grateful for these incredible women and so many more who’ve been a part of my experience, both inspiring me and standing by my side through the good days and the bad… Today and everyday we celebrate and honor the important women in our lives ❤️ I want to hear why you’re grateful for the women in YOUR life. Text me at (917) 905-7005 so I can post on my story and share the love we have for women around the world! #InternationalWomensDay #Family #ChosenFamily

A post shared by Naomi Campbell (@naomi) on Mar 8, 2020 at 1:59pm PDT

14. Toke Makinwa

 

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I am Woman ✌️

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15. Martha Ankomah

 

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Let’s become so confident in who we are, that no ones opinion, rejection or behavior can rock us. Happy International Women’s Day.

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16. Yvonne Nelson

 

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Her beauty, brains and pure heart ❤️ love you @oluchi1 Happy international women’s day

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17. Zynnell Zuh

 

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One woman can make a difference but together we can rock the world . Happy International women’s day queens #internationalwomensday Outfit and styling @ivana_jamestownawula Hair @senakhaircollections Hairstyling @firstchoicesalon @oabphotography Location @lifestylegalleryafrica_

A post shared by Zynnell Zuh ✨ (@zynnellzuh) on Mar 8, 2020 at 10:06am PDT

18. Mercy Ajisafe

 

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She thought she could…. so she did!⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ It’s not alway easy being a woman, but I wouldn’t change it for anything in the world. Thank you to the amazing tribe of women who inspire me daily!!⁣ ⁣ Happy International Women’s Day, I’m proud to be a woman’s, woman. ⁣⁣⁣ ⁣⁣⁣ #iwd2020 #MarchIntoAlignment #TheFirstLady #buynigerian #wearnigerian #embodyprosperity #MODA #GoddessWithAMic #afrobeats #Ajidangerous #journalist #FashionFix #IjeshaWarriorQueen #Luminary #fashion

A post shared by Mercy Modupe Ajisafe (@mercyajisafe) on Mar 8, 2020 at 9:08am PDT

19. Ini Edo

 

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I love to see a young girl go out and grab the world by the lapels.Life is a bitch.You have got to go out and kick ass…Maya Angelou..To every girl.kicking ass in these streets..May we know them,may we raise them Queening in this @julyetpeters silk dress

A post shared by Ini Edo (@iniedo) on Mar 8, 2020 at 7:06am PDT

20. Ini Dima-Okojie

 

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Happy International Women’s Day Queens It’s day 2 in Abuja!!! You guys here have been so amazing so far. Thank you We’ll be at silver bird cinema at 7pm.. pls come and watch “Who’s The Boss” with us #WhosTheBossFilm #IWD2020 Top: WHO’S THE BOSS MERCH Skirt: @myt5s

A post shared by Ini Dima-Okojie (@inidimaokojie) on Mar 8, 2020 at 10:16am PDT

21. Shirley Frimpong-Manso

 

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Here’s to all the women who GENUINLY support other women #happyinternationalwomensday

A post shared by Shirley Frimpong-Manso (@shirleyfmanso) on Mar 8, 2020 at 11:31am PDT

22. Belinda Effah

 

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HAPPY INTERNATIONAL WOMEN DAY 2020 . . Woman You Are Who You Are Period … . . Different Things Define You . . Don’t Be Afraid Of The Woman You Are Becoming Everyday . . Be A Better Version Of You Everyday . . . Embrace The Woman in You . . With Love From Asaba . . PS : My Special Dance To Celebrate Women Around The World ❤️❤️❤️

A post shared by Belinda Effah (@belindaeffah) on Mar 8, 2020 at 9:19am PDT

23. Ebube Nwagbo

 

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She’ll Put A Smile Upon Ur Face!! And Take You To A Higher Place!! So Don’t You UnderEstimate …. The Strength Of A Woman.. #HappyInternationalWomen’sDay#♥️

A post shared by Ebube Nwagbo (@poshesteb) on Mar 8, 2020 at 10:39am PDT

24. Waje

 

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Dear woman, see how far you’ve come. You pain,your victory, everything you are is what has brought me here. How can I thank you. How can I thank you for your resilience and voice, your tenacity, breaking boundaries and lifting your sister. Thank you for speaking up for me. Happy #IWD #equalforequal I love you my sisters. Please tag a sister and appreciate her

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