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Couple Emerges From Church Basement After 2+ Years Of Hiding

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When the coronavirus pandemic first hit, everyone got a taste of what it was like to spend more time in the house. Many businesses closed down and those that stayed open had to change their business models entirely. Pick-up services and curbside offerings became the norm. Meanwhile, essential workers were stuck toughing it out and they deserve the most kudos of all.

We learned how to work from home, school our children from home, and socialize through Zoom meetings. While many of us have felt trapped over the course of the past few years, it is nothing compared to what this couple has been forced to endure…Click Here To Continue Reading>> …Click Here To Continue Reading>>

 

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Oneita and Clive Thompson have been through the wringer as of late. According to CBS News, they came to America from Jamaica back in 2004, seeking refuge from the rampant gang violence that was taking place.

They had seven children and three of them became American citizens. Sadly, the couple lost their asylum status after so many years and ICE was looking to have them deported.

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To avoid deportation while fighting their case to stay in the United States, the Thompsons sought refuge in a church basement and hid there for more than 2 years (843 days, to be exact). READ FULL STORY HERE>>>CLICK HERE TO CONTINUE READING>>>

At long last, they were given the chance to enter back into society. They received word from U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement that their case would be considered, so they no longer have to hide.

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Once they were told that they would have the proper support, they breathed a huge sigh of relief.

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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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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>> READ FULL STORY HERE>>>CLICK HERE TO CONTINUE READING>>>

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The Truth About the India Vs. Nigeria 99-1 Match

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In one way or the other, almost every Nigerian has heard of the mythical match between India Vs. Nigeria that ended with 99 goals to 1 with India being victorious.

Before the advent of the internet, this story successfully thrived among Nigerians, but with the emergence of the internet and easy access to social media, the truth behind the India Vs Nigeria 99-1 match was revealed…Click Here To Continue Reading>> …Click Here To Continue Reading>> READ FULL STORY HERE>>>CLICK HERE TO CONTINUE READING>>>

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The Story Of Harry Akande, The Richest Nigerian Before Aliko Dangote Who Earned $533M Weekly

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Chief Dr. Harry Akande was the richest Nigerian before Alhaji Aliko Dangote. In 2001, a list of looters and the richest Nigerians was released and Harry Akande was a way richer than the looters. The front page of The Punch (2001) reported that Chief Akande earned a monthly income of $533 million…Click Here To Continue Reading>> …Click Here To Continue Reading>> READ FULL STORY HERE>>>CLICK HERE TO CONTINUE READING>>>

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