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When will period shaming end?

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Nominated Senator Gloria Orwoba walked into parliament with a 'period-stained' suit (Photo: Courtesy)

On Valentine's Day as couples were painting the town red, Nominated Senator Gloria Orwoba took a different direction.

Ms Orwoba walked into parliament in 'period-stained' trousers. She was criticised for being 'indecently dressed' and other women representatives and lawmakers voiced their complete revulsion for the woman.

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