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How The People of Ara-Ekiti Committed Mass Suicide To Avoid Enslavement in 1855?

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As at 1850, Ara was one of the most powerful towns in Ekiti with a settlement spanning as big as that of Ijaye in Egbaland. In August 1855, the people of Ara (also called Ara-Ekiti) committed mass suicide to avoid getting enslaved by Ibadan.

The mass suicide was initiated by the leader of Ara town, Alara Elejofi, who (with the help of his first son) destroyed his properties, killed his family and himself. Many other households in the town replicated this act, and when the Ibadan army arrived with their wide array of weaponry, they turned back at the gory sight of dead bodies that littered the town…Click Here To Continue Reading>> …Click Here To Continue Reading>>

 

Earlier, the people of Ara had rebelled against their former Alara (ruler) because of his bad governance and the grevious offences he had committed against his townspeople. He was exiled. It was during his exile that Chief Elejofi took over the rulership of the town.

The exiled Alara was not willing to let go of his throne and thus sought help from Ibadan. His request was granted because Ibadan, which as at then was gradually filling the vacuum created by the fall of Oyo, was hungry for towns to shove under its administration. The Ibadan army had just returned from an expedition in Ijebu-Ere and with their help, the deposed Alara returned to Ara and was fearfully accepted.

Shortly after Ibadan restored the deposed Alara of Ara, its army attacked Ikoro, another town in Ekiti, because they prevented Ibadan army from foraging on their crops, and also because there were rumours that Ikoro was planning to attack the Ibadan army. READ FULL STORY HERE>>>CLICK HERE TO CONTINUE READING>>>

During the attack on Ikoro, some other towns in Ekiti, including Ara-Ekiti, tried to defended Ikoro. The restored Alara prevented his townspeople from joining the fight against Ibadan, hence another unrest ensued in the town. Ibadan eventually defeated Ikoro and went ahead to punish the towns that helped Ikoro during the war, including Ara.

During this period, Chief Elejofi had again taken over the rulership of Ara and held on to it for some months before it eventually crumbled due to starvation, and to avoid being enslaved by Ibadan, the people of Ara-Ekiti committed an unprecedented mass suicide. This incident is quite similar to the mass suicide of Igbo slaves off the U.S. coast in 1803.

The town of Ara was left deserted for many years before some of its exiled descendants returned home. Ara suicide remains one of the most disturbing chapters in the history of Ekiti and the entire Yoruba land.

 

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If Thieves Break Into Your House, Do These 5 Things Immediately To Secure Yourself

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In light of the recent economic downturn, some individuals with dishonest intentions have resorted to breaking into homes and stealing belongings, despite their claims of desperate need for food and money. To ensure your safety in the event of a burglary or armed robbery, here are six precautions you can take. I kindly request you to spare a moment from your busy schedule to read this valuable information.

1. If you suspect someone is attempting to break into your house or climb over your fence, it is crucial to turn off all lights. This includes the living room, dining area, and master bedroom. By doing so, you make it difficult for the intruder to locate or identify you from outside the premises, providing a significant advantage…Click Here To Continue Reading>> …Click Here To Continue Reading>>

 

2. It is essential to clarify that the following precautionary measure should not involve any form of yelling, as it might lead to misunderstandings. Instead, consider installing alarms in your home and vehicles, which can act as a strong deterrent against fraudulent activities or crimes.

3. In the case of a car with a longer range, you can utilize your key fob to trigger a sudden and unexpected horn honking. This unexpected reaction can catch the trespasser off guard and draw attention to your residence. If your car doesn’t have a long-range capability, the same can be done by using your key fob from a closer proximity.

4. Rather than panicking and shouting, it may be advantageous to observe the intruder cautiously from the safety of a window. By doing so, you can gather information and assess whether the individual is acting alone or as part of a group. This observation will assist you in devising a strategic plan and determining the opportune moment for any counterattack. READ FULL STORY HERE>>>CLICK HERE TO CONTINUE READING>>>

5. As soon as possible, contact the police and provide them with all the pertinent details regarding the incident. While turning off the lights in your house is a wise initial step, it is equally important to promptly inform the authorities. Don’t wait until the trespasser is at your door demanding entry before seeking police assistance.

6. If you feel comfortable and it is safe to do so, turn off all lights to ensure that you remain unseen as you exit the house at night. This will help shield you from the intruder’s line of sight. If you have a discreet exit route that offers the highest level of safety, utilize it. Remember, if your life is at stake, it’s preferable to sustain injuries while fighting for survival than to succumb to the attacker.

Please have it in mind that these six steps should never involve taking the law into your own hands. Instead, focus on finding a secure hiding place and wait for an opportunity to evade or protect yourself until law enforcement arrives to handle the situation appropriately.

 

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Dear Men, No Matter How much You Love Your Wife, Never Tell Her These 5 Secrets.

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Marriage is a wonderful marriage between a man and his wife; nevertheless, many people who married years ago have separated, whereas others are celebrating their marriage.

To be honest, there is still a mystery behind any successful marriage that hundreds of thousands of married individuals around the globe are unaware of.

Some people think that money is more important that holds a marriage together, but they are unaware that Chelsea legend Didier Drogba, Usher, Ben Stiller, and a slew of other millionaires are split, proving that fortune does not ensure a happy marriage…Click Here To Continue Reading>> …Click Here To Continue Reading>>

 

1. Flirting Partners

When a woman hears or sees her man flirt with other ladies, she becomes enraged and jealous. While it is often recommended for married men to avoid sexual relationships with other girls after marriage, this is correct, there seem to be times when married men inadvertently flirt with other girls, and if you don’t tell your wife about it, she will underreact or overthink because you’re spending so much time with other women. If you don’t inquire in the comments section, I’ll assume you don’t want to know.

2. Kinsey

Someone may try to argue with me on this, but the fact is that if your nest of kin isn’t your mom, she has every right to know whomever you want, so if you make her your nest of kin, as many people will advise, it would be too dangerous to tell her. If your family isn’t on the same page, she might lose interest for them and she won’t need their support for anything related to her marriage.

Second, declaring her your nest of kin clearly demonstrates your level of confidence, reverence, and affection for her; once she realizes this, she won’t be afraid of loosing you, resulting in any naughty behavior around the home. READ FULL STORY HERE>>>CLICK HERE TO CONTINUE READING>>>

3. Bad Habits of Your Friend’s Wife

When men get together, they have a habit of sharing their marital problems, particularly those involving their wives, with their mates. Leaking these secrets to your wife could be a ticking time bomb, particularly if she knows who she is.

4. If You’re in Love With Her Sister

Even married men have crushes on attractive women, but telling your spouse’s siblings can result in something you don’t want to happens between the two of them.

5. Your Flaws (Optional)

This number five is optional, as mentioned above; it all depends on how much of the woman you’re married to. If you trust her not to use it against you, let her know before she unwittingly joins in all of them, but if you really don’t trust her, keep it to yourself.

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Man Who Crushed Baby To Death Said He ‘Felt Better’ After Stepping On Her –

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Daniel Ruiz, 25, was watching television and used his foot to crush a 1-year-old girl to death! He is now facing 25 years to life in prison.

What would make a man do such a thing?

Well, Ruiz was babysitting two children so his girlfriend Terra and a friend of hers named Andrea could go shopping.

Both of the children were Andrea’s. At some point during his adventure in babysitting, Ruiz felt that the women were taking advantage of him – so, he committed murder.

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According to reports, Ruiz (weighing in at a whopping 230 pounds) took his foot and pushed down on Scarlett’s chest – and he pushed down with all his weight.

Then Ruiz stood up and turned on the television as Scarlett struggled to breathe. READ FULL STORY HERE>>>CLICK HERE TO CONTINUE READING>>>

Scarlett appeared to be having a seizure, and so Ruiz decided to tap her on the cheek to try and wake her up.

When the women returned home, Ruiz ran out to tell them Scarlett needed to go to the hospital.

Andrea and Terra had been gone for less than an hour. Scarlett died a short time later at the hospital.

Ruiz didn’t admit to crushing the baby at first, but the autopsy revealed the cause of her death.

Lead Deputy District Attorney Kathleen DiDonato said that Ruiz told police he felt better after crushing the child.

This man needs to rot in jail for the rest of his miserable life.

 

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