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Motherhood is Not a Red Card: African Stars Challenge Sport's Scrutiny
Nigerian footballer Ngozi Okobi-Okeoghene bravely confronts the societal pressures African sportswomen face. Her return to the pitch post-childbirth sparks vital conversations on balancing career and family, challenging the notion that motherhood ends an athlete's journey. It's time for African sports to champion comprehensive support for its female stars.
BBC Africa·July 24, 2026AI-curated
After returning to football after giving birth, Nigeria's Ngozi Okobi-Okeoghene says social media users makes players "feel bad" about getting married and having children.
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