“Ashawo must go” — Enugu women protest against sex workers in community

Women in Elugwu Akwu, a community in Enugu State, have sparked conversations online after staging a public protest against the activities of sex workers operating in their area.

Videos circulating on social media showed groups of women marching through the community while carrying placards and chanting messages directed at individuals they accused of contributing to social problems within the neighbourhood.

The demonstrators expressed concerns over what they described as the growing presence of commercial sex workers in the area.

According to participants in the protest, the situation has become a source of worry for many families and residents.

Community concerns

During the demonstration, some of the women claimed that the activities of the sex workers were affecting relationships and family life within the community.

Placards displayed by the protesters carried messages demanding action and calling for an end to prostitution in the area.

The protest attracted attention from passers-by and residents, with many stopping to observe the procession.

One of the messages displayed during the march read:

“Ashawo must go. End ashawo in Elugwu Akwu.”

Public reactions trail protest

The footage quickly spread across social media platforms, where Nigerians shared differing opinions on the women’s demands.

While some users supported the protesters and argued that communities have the right to address issues they believe affect social values, others questioned the approach and called for broader discussions about economic hardship and the factors that drive people into such occupations.

As reactions continue to emerge online, the protest has highlighted ongoing debates about morality, family values, community standards, and the challenges facing many urban and semi-urban communities across the country.

The incident has since become a talking point among social media users, drawing attention to the concerns raised by residents and the wider conversations surrounding commercial sex work in Nigeria.

Watch the video below…

“End Ash@wo In Elugwu Akwu.”~ Women In Enugu State Seen Protesting Against S€x Workers In Their Community Saying They Have Collected Their Husbands And Sons😩 pic.twitter.com/G8Kwc3ZfHg

— Somto Okonkwo (@General_Somto) June 17, 2026

“End Ash@wo In Elugwu Akwu.”~ Women In Enugu State Seen Protesting Against S€x Workers In Their Community Saying They Have Collected Their Husbands And Sons😩 pic.twitter.com/G8Kwc3ZfHg

— Somto Okonkwo (@General_Somto) June 17, 2026