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Nigeria's female bouncers fight stereotypes

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For years, Emem Thomas' body drew snarky remarks from slimmer classmates in southern Nigeria that shattered her confidence and natural affability. After years of being teased and taunted growing up, Thomas has now found a niche that values what she now proudly describes as her "plus-sized" body type: the "Dragon Squad Limited", a team of female bouncers. Fiona Jones reports.