Abike, a Nigerian woman, recently sparked a heated debate on social media after revealing that she spends N70,000 monthly on sanitary pads.
Sharing her story on her X account (@olastv01), Abike detailed the financial burden she faces in managing her menstrual cycle, highlighting the often-overlooked costs associated with feminine hygiene.
Her statement has drawn mixed reactions, with some users expressing disbelief and questioning the accuracy of her expenses, while others have empathized, pointing out the challenges many women face in accessing affordable menstrual products.
She wrote …
“I normally spend 70k on sanitary pad monthly.”
This discussion has reignited conversations about the cost and accessibility of menstrual hygiene products in Nigeria, where many women struggle to afford basic necessities due to high prices and economic constraints.
Reacting to the post…
@Luckyflows commented: “Na you be the modern day woman with the issue of blood?”
@SelomSarl wrote: “I spend 230k monthly on pad”
@gistcue penned: “Na you be the woman with the issue of blood for bible?”
@MisterShigo stated: “Woman with the issue of blood for Bible self, no spend reach that amount”
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