Rapper Ms Jorji reveals her father allegedly mistreated her as a baby whereas household protected his picture

Nigerian-born American rapper Ms Jorji has opened up about her childhood, alleging that her father subjected her to sexual abuse for seven years whereas her household prioritised defending his repute.

Speaking throughout an episode of the Honest Bunch podcast, the rapper claimed the abuse started when she was about 11 years outdated and continued till she turned 18.

“My father molested me all through my childhood,” she revealed.

Ms Jorji expressed concern concerning the prevalence of sexual abuse in Nigeria, claiming that a number of ladies she is aware of have skilled comparable conditions involving family, spiritual leaders and neighbours.

“There is an epidemic that is going on in our country,” she mentioned.

She additionally recounted how a feminine buddy was allegedly sexually assaulted in Nigeria about three months in the past. According to her, she spent roughly ₦1 million making an attempt to get the police to research the case, however the matter remained unresolved after the suspect reportedly fled.

Reflecting on her personal expertise, Ms Jorji accused her household of being extra involved about defending her father’s repute than addressing what she went via.

“Protect my father, protect the image of the family,” she recalled.

She argued that the strain to protect household reputations typically prevents victims from talking out and permits perpetrators to flee accountability.

The rapper additionally inspired folks to rethink the assumption that household relationships have to be maintained in any respect prices.

“Family is not about blood. Family is the people who want the best for you and you can create family,” she mentioned.

“Just because you’re born into a family does not mean that’s where you’re supposed to stay,” she added.