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The Igbo Landing – Story Of Igbo Slaves Who Rebelled Against Slave Traders And Committed Mass Suicide In U.S.A., 1803

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July 6, 2024

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Jamaican artist, Donovan Nelson’s illustration paying tribute to the Igbo Landing Event.

Countless accounts of terrifying and dehumanizing events that happened during the slave trade era have been passed down from generations to generations; accounts of irrational cruelty, starvation, resistance, mass killings and suicide. The story of the Igbo landing is another tear-evoking account of resistance to slavery by the Igbo slaves from present-day Nigeria off U.S. coast in 1803…Click Here To Continue Reading>> …Click Here To Continue Reading>>

What Is The Igbo Landing Or Ibo Landing?

The Igbo landing, also written as ‘Ibo landing‘ or ‘Ebo landing‘, is a historic site at Dunbar Creek on St. Simons Island, Glynn County, Georgia, U.S.A. where dozens of Igbo slaves took their own lives in a resistance to the cruelty of slavery in 1803.

In May, 1803, a ship named the wanderer, just like other slave ships, conveyed slaves from Africa to America. Among these slaves were set of Igbo people who were known by the then slave traders of the American South for being fiercely independent and unwilling to tolerate chattel slavery. The Igbo slaves were bought by the agents of John Couper and Thomas Spalding at $100 each for forced labour on their plantations in St. Simons Island, U.S.A.

When the slave ship landed in Savannah, Georgia, the chained Igbo slaves were reloaded and shoved under the deck of a coastal vessel named the Schooner York (some accounts claimed the vessel name was Morovia) which would take them to St. Simons Island. It was during the voyage that the group of Igbo slaves numbering about seventy-five rebelled against their captors and forced them to plunge into the water where they drowned. The slaves successfully regained their freedom but it was of no use since they were already out and far away from Africa, and so, on the order of a high chief who was also a captive, they sang, marched ashore and then into the marshy waters of Dunbar Creek where they drowned themselves.

According to Professor Terri L. Snyder, “the enslaved cargo suffered much by mismanagement, rose from their confinement in the small vessel, and revolted against the crew, forcing them into the water where they drowned”.

Igbo Landing Illustration — Another illustration paying tribute to the Igbo Landing Event by Donovan Nelson

A white man, Roswell King, who was an overseer on a plantation known as Pierce Butler plantation was the first to record the incident at the site now known as the Igbo landing. Roswell and another man, Captain Peterson, recovered thirteen bodies of the drowned Igbos while others bodies were lost forever in the water. OldNaija gathered that some of them might have survived the suicide episode and this make the actual number of deaths in the Igbo landing uncertain.

“Regardless of the numbers, the deaths signaled a powerful story of resistance as these captives overwhelmed their captors in a strange land, and many took their own lives rather than remain enslaved in the New World. The Igbo Landing gradually took on enormous symbolic importance in local African American folklore”. – Momodu, Samuel READ FULL STORY HERE>>>CLICK HERE TO CONTINUE READING>>>

People in the U.S.A termed the resistance and suicide by the Igbo slaves the first freedom march in the history of Africa and the United States. Local people claimed that the Landing and surrounding marshes in Dunbar Creek where the Igbo people committed mass suicide in May, 1803 were haunted by the souls of the dead Igbo slaves.

Igbo Landing Picture — FREEING THE SOULS OF IGBO LANDING, THE NEVER-BEEN-RULED. “The Water Spirit Omambala brought us here. The Water Spirit Omambala will carry us home.” (Orimiri Omambala bu anyi bia. Orimiri Omambala ka anyi ga ejina. – Ancient Igbo Hymn)

In September, 2012, the Igbo Landing site was designated as a holy ground by the St. Simons African American community. The Igbo Landing is also now a part of the curriculum for coastal Georgia schools.

In recent times, many artists, songs, movies and others have paid tribute to the Igbo landing/ Ibo landing. A notable tribute is found in the ending part of Marvel’s comic movie, Black Panther, where Killmonger, played by Michael B Jordan, refer to the event by saying, “Bury me in the ocean with my ancestors who jumped from ships, ’cause they knew death was better than bondage”. Beyoncé also was not left out in the tribute paying as she portrayed the incident in of her music videos.

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Farmer Who Killed Women & Use Their Remain As Feed For Animals In Tear During Court Hearing, See Why

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October 3, 2024

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The bail application for three men accused of the brutal murders of Maria Makgato 47, and Lucia Ndlovu 34, has been postponed as the defense seeks access to a key statement from the farm owner. The three accused remain in custody while awaiting further legal proceedings after the hearing was delayed by the Polokwane Regional Court on Tuesday…Click Here To Continue Reading>> …Click Here To Continue Reading>>

The men are facing charges of murder after the bodies of Makgato and Ndlovu were allegedly thrown into a pigsty at a farm near Mankweng, Limpopo. The disturbing nature of the case has captured national attention with both local communities and the families of the victims seeking justice.

The bail hearing was postponed after the defense filed an appeal to access the statement of the farmer who owns the property where the alleged crime occurred. According to defense attorneys, this statement could provide critical information that may affect their clients’ legal strategy in applying for bail.

The farmer statement is a pivotal piece of evidence in understanding the events leading up to the deaths of the victims said the defense team. We believe it will play a crucial role in ensuring a fair trial and in determining whether our clients should be granted bail.

The prosecution however is expected to oppose the bail application citing the serious nature of the charges and concerns that the accused may flee or interfere with the investigation. They also pointed to the gruesome details of the murders, where the bodies were allegedly disposed of in a pigsty, which they argue reflects the extreme cruelty of the crime. READ FULL STORY HERE>>>CLICK HERE TO CONTINUE READING>>>

Community members and the victims families have expressed outrage over the bail application calling for the accused to remain behind bars. Outside the courtroom a small group of protestors gathered holding signs demanding justice for Makgato and Ndlovu. We want to see justice served for the families of these women. Their deaths have shocked us all said one protester outside the Polokwane courthouse.

The court has yet to announce a new date for the bail hearing, but the legal teams will return to court once the farmer statement is provided. Meanwhile the accused will remain in custody pending further proceedings.

The case has heightened public awareness about violence in rural areas particularly on farms, and has sparked calls for better safety measures in such isolated environments. Both law enforcement and local authorities are under pressure to resolve the case and bring closure to the grieving families.

As the investigation continues attention will focus on the outcome of the bail application and whether the defense access to the farmer statement will change the course of the case.

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WOMAN Walks 20 Miles To Work On Foot, Cop Follows And Uncovers Terrible Secret

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October 3, 2024

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Mandy Jean Beasley, a 40-year-old mother of two, lived in Chicago, Illinois, and worked as a waitress. However, her life took an unexpected turn in the first quarter of 2021 when her company laid off several employees, including her.

This left her in a precarious financial situation as she had to dip into her savings to support her children. She embarked on a challenging job search, but despite her efforts, she struggled to find suitable employment.

After months of searching, she finally found a job opportunity that matched her skills and qualifications. However, there were significant obstacles to overcome. The job paid less than her previous one, and the company’s offices were located 10 miles from her home…Click Here To Continue Reading>> …Click Here To Continue Reading>>

With no extra money for commuting expenses and a pile of debts from nearly a year of unemployment, Mandy faced a tough decision.

To make ends meet, Mandy chose to walk to and from work, a daily journey of 10 miles each way. Although it was initially a challenging endeavor, she soon adapted to the routine and found solace in her daily walks. However, one gloomy Tuesday morning, everything changed. It was raining, and she noticed a police officer trailing her.

Sergeant Scott Bass from the Nash County Sheriff’s Office had been following her, concerned about her safety and well-being due to the challenging weather conditions. Despite her initial distrust of the police, Sergeant Bass stopped his cruiser and asked her to get into the vehicle, concerned for her safety. READ FULL STORY HERE>>>CLICK HERE TO CONTINUE READING>>>

Mandy was nervous and couldn’t understand why the officer had asked her into his car. Her past experiences with the police had left her wary, but she complied. As she sat in the cruiser, she couldn’t shake her fears about the unknown. Her life had been marked by run-ins with the police, often for reasons beyond her control, and she couldn’t help but wonder how this situation would unfold.

While Mandy trembled with anxiety, Sergeant Bass continued to drive her through the rain without explaining his intentions. She was tormented by the uncertainty and wondered why this was happening on a day when being late for work was not an option. She felt the weight of the situation and questioned why it had to be her.

However, as the journey continued, Sergeant Bass’s intentions became clear. He felt a deep sense of responsibility to help people like Mandy, who were working hard to make ends meet. He decided to offer her a daily ride to work when the weather was inclement, alleviating her long walks in harsh conditions.

Over time, Mandy’s perception of the police changed, as she realized that Sergeant Bass genuinely cared about her well-being and wanted to help. He went above and beyond by providing her with a brand new bicycle to make her daily commute more manageable.

This act of kindness not only changed Mandy’s perception but also touched the hearts of the community, who were proud to have such a generous member of law enforcement in their midst. Sergeant Bass’s compassion and support had a profound impact on Mandy’s life, enabling her to continue working and providing for her children.

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Did An Angel Save Girl From Dying In Hospital?

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October 3, 2024

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Losing a child can be a devastating event, no matter what age.It is, however, universally agreed upon that it is worse when the child is lost at such a young age.

Sadly, this sort of early death is expected for some families, due to the circumstances that their child is involved in.

Despite the advancement of modern medicine, there are still plenty of children who suffer from severe health problems from either a young age or even from birth. These children are often predicted to not survive very long…Click Here To Continue Reading>> …Click Here To Continue Reading>>

In a way, their passing can be considered them finally having rest and relief from their life, which has been an uphill battle all the way.

Most of these children and their families, however, find themselves with plenty to live for.

They fight, they strive, and they try to use everything at their disposal to push forward and see another day.

Alas, this is a war, and sometimes, the inevitable happens.

In the case of North Carolinian Chelsea Banton, she wasn’t expected to see her third day.

A premature baby born five weeks early, Chelsea had a major problem – she had to deal with excessive fluids creating pressure against her brain.

The doctors gave her at most 36 hours to live.

However, the baby girl would defy all odds, and would live to grow up.

Her life, however, did not get any easier after that first major hurdle.

The girl would spend the following 14 years of her short life fighting against one health problem after another.

Infections, life-threatening viruses, fluid retention, shunt revisions, hydrocephalus – you named it, she suffered it at some point.

In the fall of 2008, Chelsea was struck by yet another round of advanced pneumonia, which had developed from a bad cold she caught. READ FULL STORY HERE>>>CLICK HERE TO CONTINUE READING>>>

This latest bout of illness seemed to be the last one she could handle – the girl was forced to stay in the hospital for seven weeks, completely dependant on life support.

It was at this point that Colleen Banton, her mother, was forced to make a heartbreaking decision.

In the interest of not prolonging her daughter’s suffering, she opted to keep the ventilator off the next time her daughter was strong enough to breathe on her own.

It was essentially plugging the plug for the girl – by this point, Colleen had decided that should her daughter’s time had come, then there was no use in delaying the inevitable.

While praying with friends and family who had come out to support this mother, Colleen was suddenly called over to a nearby monitor by the pediatrician nurse.

There, her attention was directed to the bright light that had appeared in front of the door to the pediatrician unit.