Fury

Sexual harassment at the work place is a pertinacious problem in Nigeria. It is unwelcomed sexual advances, behavior, suggestions, messages or remarks of a sexual nature that has the effect of offending, intimidating or humiliating the victim. They are requests for sexual favors, which could be verbal, non-verbal or physical and are usually from superiors, supervisors, co-workers, an employer or owner who undertakes or attempts to influence or influences the process of employment, promotion, training, discipline, dismissal, salary increments or other benefits of an employee or job applicant. It negatively affects the performance of ones duties and a grave violation of the victims fundamental rights to dignity and personal liberty which are guaranteed under the 1999 Constitution.

If you are being sexually harassed either at or outside the office, inform your HR Officer and also consult your lawyer today.

Enjoy Patricia's story...

His words ignited her resting fury when he combed his fingers through her long hair before perching on the armrest of the chair next to her.

"You are a masterpiece and I must commend your diligence and dedication to our company. However, I can make your future brighter."

She could feel his gaze greedily but slowly peeling off her cloths and taking in her well trained muscles and firm body concealed by her tan colored official dress. Her skin crawled, her fury mounted.

Dominic Junior craved for more. Watching her work out at the office gym every weekend was a major turn on and nothing would stop him from having her. Dominique Group might be his father's dream, but he was in charge now and  must get whatever his heart desires. His eyes darkened as he watched her cross one dainty leg over the other. She was dangerously irresistible.

His perfectly manicured fingernails traced invisible lines on the soft skin of her arm before slowly finding their resting place on her lap. She could feel the warmth of his skin seeping through the thin fabric of her dress.

Pat slightly turned and met his lustful gaze as she wondered where to plant her first blow. His nose seemed to be the perfect spot. At least his pale skin would have the tell tale sign of her assault for a long time. But that would ruin the plan. She could hear Bola's squeaky voice pleading with her to be calm and stick to their plan of nailing the bastard.

"My future? I don't understand sir."

Her voice sounded strained as she tried to subdue the mounting anger threatening to overpower her weakening restraints.

"I noticed you the day you joined us and over the years, I have keenly watched you excel at all your tasks. You are strong and reliable. Infact the GM recommended you for the position of the Operations Manager at our new branch. You are perfect for the role and I want to accept his recommendation but..."

He paused and walked over to stand behind his desk. His small frame appeared diminutive beside the large leather chair and the mahogany table which suddenly seemed gigantic.

Pat was finally out of patience. She could not believe she had cancelled a meeting with the external auditors for this rambling. Be calm. Don't go crazy yet. A voice cautioned her as she uncrossed her leg and sat up. He grinned at her;

"My PA will call you later in the evening. A car would come for you. It is going to be a long night and you will enjoy being with me so lose that tag along you are dating."

He sneered and picked up a sheet of paper from the open file on his desk. "You deserve to be with a real man."

Try to get him to confess; Bola and the lawyer had pleaded. The Secretary has securely planted the camera all we need now is a confession from him, something that can prove he has been victimizing other female staff and is sexually harassing you. Afterwards you can break his jaw if you wish...

Pat smiled tightly; "I beg your pardon sir, I do not work at night. Besides I have a fiance and will not sleep with you even if I don't have any."

His eyes widened and flashed with sudden anger;

"Miss Akpan, I'm your boss. I own this company and everything in it so you will work whenever and wherever I want you to! Who said anything about sleeping?" 

He grinned shamelessly, moved over and stopped right in front of her, exactly where she wanted him.

"Dress casually or don't, its your choice. But there will be little or no sleep for us. I'm going to enjoy this body of yours. The driver will be there by 7pm. You can go now." He turned away from her.

Pat took a deep breath and tried to appear confused;

"I'm sorry sir but I am disappointed. You're my boss and this is wrong. I love my man and.."

"And you enjoy being with him right? You think that pauper you are dating  is a better man? Yeah, I know everything about you Patricia Akpan!" He flung the paper in her direction and continued yelling as if he was in the first trimester of madness;

"I refuse to accept this insubordination! Mark my words, if you don't show up by 7pm tonight, then consider yourself not only fired but I will make sure you remain unemployed for the rest of your miserable life. Who do you think you are? Are you stupid? Get out of my office right now!"

He was almost out of breath now and Pat slowly got up to her full five feet, seven inches. Her body was shaking from having to suppress the anger burning within her. She had floored more athletic men in the past and would enjoy breaking the boys nose before quitting. She was about to take a step forward when his voice stopped her;

"In fact pack a bag. You are staying with me all through the weekend. You are not special neither are you different from the other ladies here and you must do as you are ordered!"

He snarled and Pat clenched her fists as she felt the anger she knew so well tear down her last shred of sanity. Dashing forward her punch landed and displaced his nose. He screamed as blood rushed down his face.

Just then the door bursted open as Bola and her lawyer who had been waiting in the outer office rushed in with the secretary and the general manager.