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Deconstructing Discourses on Women–Only Universities in Nigeria
Simeon A. Dosunmu
Titilayo Ibijoke Soji-Oni
Abstract
This study discusses persistent gender gaps in higher education enrolment that disadvantage women in Nigeria. The research gap addressed is the limited scholarly attention given to women-only universities as a policy instrument for enhancing gender equity in higher education in the country. The paper employs feminist theory to expose patriarchal exclusion and structural functionalism to highlight systemic dysfunction. It adopts a descriptive qualitative approach, reviewing related literature. The study finds that Nigeria’s lack of women-only universities stems from underfunding, fragility, political paralysis, cultural contestations, and insecurity. The study proposes faith-based initiatives, private-sector innovation, state-sponsored flagships, and international partnerships, emphasising that excellence, not exclusion, must define such institutions. It recommends further research examining comparative African experiences with women-only universities and assessing how cultural and religious contexts shape higher education policy.
