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The Heroic Life of Alimotu Pelewura

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Who was Alimotu Pelewura?

Alimotu Pelewura was the brave and radical woman who led the Lagos Market Women’s Association (LMWA) in its oppositions to the taxation policy and other unfavourable ordinances of the British colonial government.

Alimotu Pelewura was born in 1865, in Lagos, to a polygynous family. She was the eldest of the two children born by her biological mother. She took over her mother’s occupation of fish trading and rose from being an ordinary fish trader to the most important market woman in Lagos…Click Here To Continue Reading>> …Click Here To Continue Reading>>

 

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In 1910, she was given a chieftaincy title by Oba Eshugbayi Eleko. In the 1920s, she became the head of the meat market and later, with the help of her political ally, Herbert Macaulay, she became the leader of the Lagos Market Women Association (LMWA).

As the leader of LMWA, she used her position and influence to oppose unfavourable policies passed by the then British colonial government. Pelewura, an uneducated fish trader, wielded so much power that she became a concern to the colonial government.

Disregarding several jail threats, Pelewura continued her activism and struggles to make life easier for women, market women especially. In 1932, she led other market women in the protest against imposed taxation, and the price control plan which was popularly called the ‘Pullen Scheme’ after Captain A.P. Pullen, its director. READ FULL STORY HERE>>>CLICK HERE TO CONTINUE READING>>>

Also in the 1930s, she led a strong protest against the relocation of Ereko market to the Oluwole area of Lagos. She got herself jailed but was eventually released after several rallies and protests by Lagos market women.

Also, Alimotu Pelewura was politically conscious during her days. In 1939, she joined the Nigerian Union of Young Democrats (NUYD), a political party closely associated with Herbert Macaulay’s NNDP. She was also a member of the Nigerian Women’s Party led by Oyinkan Abayomi. In 1947, few years before her death, Alimotu Pelewura was given the title of ‘Erelu’ for radically representing and promoting the interests of women.

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Alimotu Pelewura died in 1951 and was succeeded by Abibatu Mogaji, Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s mother. Alimotu Pelewura will forever remain one of the greatest women in the history of Nigeria.

 

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There Are Only Two Genders!’ Trump Vows United State Will Only Recognize Male and Female After Day One Executive Order to ‘End the Transgender Lunacy (Video)

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At a MAGA conference in Arizona on Sunday, president-elect Donald Trump gave a speech where he laid out plans for his presidency.

He said that on his very first day in office, he will sign an executive order to stop what he called “transgender lunacy.” Trump declared that the official policy of his government will recognize only two genders: male and female. Trump made several promises about actions he will take on day one. READ FULL STORY HERE>>>CLICK HERE TO CONTINUE READING>>>

He said he will ban transgender individuals from serving in the military and remove transgender topics from…..Read Full Story Here…………….

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The horse began to trample the coffin. When the coffin lid cracked, people heard crying! –

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On the farm owned by Igor, there was always an atmosphere of love and care for animals, which was felt even from a distance. Here, among green meadows and cozy paddocks, his parents were engaged in breeding cattle and horses, and from early childhood, Igor spent a lot of time caring for horses. These graceful creatures reciprocated his feelings, and real friendships began between them.

At 48 years old, Igor was faced with a difficult and unexpected situation when he learned of a sick foal named Snowball, who was about to be euthanized due to his serious condition and lack of hope for recovery. Despite urgent warnings that this decision was the only correct one, Igor, full of compassion, decided to buy Snowball, hoping to restore his joy in life and give him a chance for recovery…Click Here To Continue Reading>> …Click Here To Continue Reading>>

 

Returning to his farm, Igor immediately began caring for the foal, who needed his attention and love. He called a veterinarian, who, unfortunately, confirmed the sad diagnosis: Snowball’s chances of survival were extremely small, and many were already beginning to lose hope.

However, Igor, despite the gloomy forecasts, was determined to help his new friend. He looked after Snowball every day, devoting all his time and energy to him, caring for his health and well-being. Igor monitored his nutrition, provided comfortable conditions for recovery, and even spent hours next to him, giving him his support. READ FULL STORY HERE>>>CLICK HERE TO CONTINUE READING>>>

To the surprise of everyone, the foal, showing incredible resilience and fortitude, survived and became a strong and energetic horse that delighted everyone with its presence and energy. Over time, Igor fell ill and was unable to continue caring for the animals, but Snowball, despite his owner’s illness, continued to take care of him, remaining close by.

One day, Igor died of a heart attack, and his family began preparations for the funeral. However, Snowball could not come to terms with the loss of his friend. He threw off the coffin lid and sniffed Igor’s body, showing concern. To the surprise of everyone, Igor woke up and exclaimed that he was almost buried alive. A doctor present at the funeral explained that Igor had experienced catalepsy, a condition in which a person temporarily loses consciousness but remains alive. Snowball became a real savior, who brought his owner back to life and prevented him from leaving for another world.

 

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The old woman brought a handsome man to the village. On the first night she did THIS! –

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In a small village, lost among green fields and forests, something unusual happened. One day, early in the morning, an old woman named Maria, known for her kind heart and caring for others, decided to go for a walk with a cart and horse. She was always looking for opportunities to help those in need, but on this day, an unexpected find awaited her.

As Maria drove past one of the fields, something unusual caught her attention. On the ground, among the tall grasses, lay a young man. He looked exhausted and lifeless, and, coming closer, Maria realized that the guy was unconscious. Without hesitation, she called her neighbors for help and then carefully carried him onto her cart…Click Here To Continue Reading>> …Click Here To Continue Reading>>

 

The neighbors, hearing about what had happened, gathered around, looking at the stranger in shock. They immediately called an ambulance. When paramedics arrived, they quickly assessed the young man’s condition and, making sure he was safe, admitted him to a nearby hospital.

The guy came to his senses only a few hours later. Opening his eyes, he saw around him people in white coats and unfamiliar faces. He tried to remember who he was and where he came from, but his head was empty. The only thing he remembered was the kindness of the old woman who found him and brought him to the village.

Meanwhile, the police began an investigation. They tried to find out what happened to the young man, where he came from, and how he ended up in the field. Neighbors, hearing about his plight, began discussing how they could help. Some suggested organizing a fundraiser for his treatment, while others suggested writing to local newspapers, hoping that someone would find out about the missing man. READ FULL STORY HERE>>>CLICK HERE TO CONTINUE READING>>>

Old Maria often visited him in the hospital. She brought him fruit and books, trying to keep his spirit up. The guy was grateful to her for everything she did, and with each visit, he felt that his life was filled with warmth and hope. Even though he could not remember his past, he began to build new dreams.

With the help of Maria and the locals, he gradually adapted to life in the village, and soon became part of their community. The people around him became his new family, and the old lady became his guardian angel.

The police continued to investigate, and one day, after receiving information about the missing man, they were able to identify him. It turned out that the guy was from a neighboring city and had run away from home, unable to cope with the problems that haunted him. Now, he had the opportunity to start over, and he decided to take this chance.

With the help of the old woman’s kindness and the support of new friends, he was able not only to rebuild his life but also to find his place in the world. In the village, he found not only a home but also the meaning that he had once dreamed of.

 

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