NEW RULES ON INAPPROPRIATE DRESSING IN TERTIARY INSTITUTE IN NIGERIA
NEW RULES ON INAPPROPRIATE DRESSING IN TERTIARY INSTITUTE IN NIGERIA . Across Nigeria's vibrant university campuses, a quiet revolution is unfolding . The implementation and reinforcement of stricter dress codes in tertiary institutions have ignited a complex debate, weaving together threads of tradition, modernity, religious values, institutional authority, and individual Driven primarily by university administrations and often influenced by religious affiliations (particularly in faith-based institutions) or strong cultural norms, these regulations typically aim to enforce "decency," "modesty," and "professionalism." Common prohibitions include: Revealing Attire: Low-cut tops, bare midriffs, excessively short skirts/shorts, see-through fabrics, and spaghetti straps. Tight Clothing:Body-hugging outfits like leggings worn alone, very tight jeans, or figure-revealing dresses. Unkempt or Extreme Styles:Tattered jeans, sagging trousers, cloth...