Comparative Analysis of the Employment Obstacles among Women in Germany and Nigeria

Abstract

This study carried out a comparative analysis of the employment obstacles encountered by women in Germany and Nigeria. The population of the study were ten women selected randomly from Nigeria and Germany. The study used purposive and snowball sampling techniques to select both the main participants and supplementary participants. The study employed semi-structured interviews as a method of data collection. The study did a comparative analysis, to identify commonalities and differences in the employment challenges faced by women in politics in Germany and Nigeria. Findings showed that there is a greater disparity in gender standards and political chances between the two countries and Germany's implementation of quota systems and its systematic approach to gender equality have produced more favourable outcomes as compared to Nigeria's fragmented and less efficient regulations. Also, Germany exhibits notable advancements in political gender equality, as evidenced by its elevated female political representation and influential female leaders while Nigeria's political sphere is predominantly controlled by men, which is a result of ingrained cultural, socio-economic, and structural obstacles that impede women's ability to participate in politics. The study recommended that Nigeria should implement extensive policy reforms, promote cultural changes, and engage in continuous lobbying efforts to establish a political environment that includes women.