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A baby was abandoned by her mother because of her eyes. Until the real miracle happened –

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A baby girl is abandoned by her mother in the maternity ward just for being born with a different condition in her eyes. But after she is adopted by a nurse, a miracle happens that leaves everyone speechless.

Danielle had always dreamed of the day when she would hold her own child in her arms. At the age of 40, after years of failed attempts and disappointments, the news of her pregnancy came as a miracle, a ray of hope in her lonely life as a single mother. She saw in that child not only the fulfillment of a dream but also the promise of happiness. The expectation of meeting her baby, of feeling the warmth of her small body, kept her strong during the most difficult moments of her pregnancy…Click Here To Continue Reading>> …Click Here To Continue Reading>>

 

On that cold winter’s night, when Danielle felt the first labor pains, she felt a mixture of anxiety and excitement. Alone, she made her way to the maternity ward, her heart pounding with every contraction, every movement of the baby in her womb reinforcing that her dream was coming true. The birth was difficult, requiring an emergency cesarean section. The woman couldn’t wait to hear her baby’s first cry, to see her little eyes looking at her. But when the baby finally arrived, a tense silence filled the room. The baby was there, perfect and healthy, except for one detail that no one expected: her eyes were completely closed, as if they were sealed shut—a rare condition that none of the doctors could explain.

On her first night sleeping next to her daughter and looking at her little face, Danielle simply despaired.

“I… I can’t do this,” Danielle muttered, with shock and disappointment taking over her emotions. Joy and expectation quickly turned to fear and uncertainty. Danielle, who had seen in that child the chance to finally be happy, now found herself facing an uncertain future full of challenges she didn’t feel prepared to face.

“I can’t raise a blind child,” she whispered to herself, getting up from her bed. Even with the advice of the medical team, who offered her support and explained that more tests would be needed and that there might be hope for her daughter, for Danielle, the words sounded empty, unable to fill the chasm that had opened up in her heart.

In the middle of the night, when the hospital fell silent, the woman made a decision that would change the course of her life forever. Still recovering from surgery, she gathered her things, dressed herself with difficulty, and, in an act of desperation, abandoned her daughter at the hospital. She took her car and simply ran away, leaving behind not only the child she had longed for but also a part of herself, a piece of her dream that would never be whole again.

Danielle’s decision, driven by fear and the inability to face the unknown, would mark the beginning of a story that no one could have predicted. The next morning, the news of the newborn’s abandonment spread through the hospital, leaving a trail of disbelief and indignation. Nurses and doctors, used to witnessing the strength of the maternal bond during childbirth, were now perplexed by such a drastic act.

“What a hateful, insensitive woman! She left her daughter because she’s blind? Deplorable!” they whispered, unable to understand what would drive a mother to such extremes.

In the days that followed, the little baby, still without a name, became the center of attention for the nursing team. Despite the efforts made to locate the missing woman, all attempts to contact her were in vain. The police, called in to help with the search, couldn’t find any trace of her either; it was as if she had vanished, leaving behind only her daughter and a silence full of unanswered questions.

Nobody knew, but Danielle had simply fled to another city, precisely so she wouldn’t be found and out of fear of being arrested too.

Among the many hearts touched by the little girl’s situation was Helena, one of the hospital’s most experienced nurses. Helena, known for her dedication and empathy, felt especially connected to that little baby, abandoned to her fate. Her faith, always present in her life, became the refuge where she sought comfort and hope. Determined to make a difference, Helena made the decision to adopt the baby so that the baby could finally leave the cold, lonely hospital and not end up in some orphanage.

Helena’s faith was not limited to practical actions. She believed in the power of prayer. In the silence of her home, in front of the crib where the little baby slept, the nurse dedicated moments of deep spiritual connection, begging for a miracle.

“Please, Lord, don’t let this child suffer,” she prayed fervently, her words filled with unshakable hope. “Please give her the chance to see the beauty of the world, to see the faces of those who love her.”

Watching the baby sleep peacefully, Helena couldn’t help but let her thoughts wander back to Danielle, the mother who had left without looking back.

“How can a mother have the courage to abandon her own child?” she wondered, her heart breaking. Every glance at the little girl, every smile, reinforced her commitment. She would do everything possible and impossible to provide that child with the love and care that her biological mother was unable to give.

And so, amid the routine of care and prayers, Helena and the little girl began a new chapter in their lives, united by a bond that went beyond blood—a bond of love, faith, and hope for a miracle. The connection between the nurse and the baby, who she named Lily, grew every day, weaving a maternal relationship strengthened by love and faith. The woman saw in Lily not only the child she had decided to protect, regardless of the fact that she was blind, but truly her daughter, an unbreakable bond that not even biology could dispute.

The baby, with her innocent joy and smile, filled the house with light, transforming every ordinary day into a moment of gratitude and wonder. When Lily turned one year old, the nurse organized a small celebration—a little party that, as simple as it was, was full of meaning. She invited friends and colleagues from the hospital to celebrate at her home, all those who had somehow shared her journey since birth. The cake was ready, the candles were lit, and an atmosphere of warmth and happiness permeated the air.

However, a miracle was about to happen in front of everyone’s eyes. When it was time to blow out the candle, the nurse, holding her daughter, silently made a wish, a plea from the depths of her heart that her little girl could see the beauty of the world around her. No sooner had the words formed in her mind than a collective sigh filled the room. The girl, who until then had kept her eyes shut, slowly opened them for the first time, fixing her gaze, full of love and curiosity, on Helena. READ FULL STORY HERE>>>CLICK HERE TO CONTINUE READING>>>

“Oh my God, it’s a miracle,” said the perplexed guests, staring in amazement at the scene before them.

What everyone saw was more than a miracle; it was a phenomenon that defied logic and science. Lily’s eyes, a unique lilac-blue, shone with a light of their own, enchanting all who saw them. The doctors present, specialists accustomed to the mysteries of the human body, couldn’t believe their eyes. One of them, curious, began to explain the possible cause of this marvel.

“Lily is not blind; she may have suffered from some extremely rare condition.”

The other doctors agreed, knowing that it was extremely rare for someone to have their eyes closed for a year. After the big surprise, several tests were carried out, and they explained Lily’s condition to Helena.

“It’s an anomaly where the eyes are born closed to protect and better develop the vision, as well as giving the child extraordinary immunity. This type of biological adaptation is capable of developing autonomous methods of fighting certain diseases, as well as resulting in incredibly unique iris colors. Only one in 7 million people have this condition.”

The medical explanation did little to diminish the amazement and joy of those who witnessed the event. For Helena, it didn’t matter about the medical terms or the odds. What she did know was that her faith and love had been rewarded in a way she could never have imagined. The miracle not only allowed Lily to see her but also promised a future of infinite possibilities, where love and the miraculous went hand-in-hand.

After the revelation, the story of the “miracle baby” soon spread beyond the confines of the hospital and the local community, reaching national visibility through several newspapers. Her rare condition and the dramatic change in her life captured the public’s eye, instantly turning her into an unlikely celebrity. Lily’s lilac-blue eyes, along with the story of her miracle, fascinated everyone, making her known for her unique beauty.

It wasn’t long before the offers started pouring in. Photographers and children’s modeling agencies, enchanted by Lily’s uniqueness, saw in her not only an inspiring story but also an unforgettable image. Her mother, Helena, who had always looked after her daughter with the utmost love and dedication, even in the face of financial difficulties, saw their lives take a new turn.

“Can you believe it, my princess? There are so many doors opening up for you,” she said as she read the offers that arrived in the mail.

The little girl, only a year old with her bright eyes, just smiled, not yet fully understanding the impact of her life on the world around her.

With the money that started coming in, the nurse was able to realize dreams that had previously seemed distant. The humble house where they lived underwent a significant renovation, transforming it into an even more welcoming and secure home for both of them. Helena also managed to renovate Lily’s bedroom, decorating it with soft pink colors and toys, a safe place where the little girl could play and learn.

“It’s like a dream come true, isn’t it, my love?” she commented one day, admiring the changes in her home.

Even people on the street couldn’t help but stare in admiration when they passed

the baby.

“What a beautiful little girl! Her eyes are like precious jewels,” they said, reaffirming Lily’s uniqueness and the deep love the nurse felt for her daughter.

As well as the immediate improvements to her quality of life, Helena also thought about the future. Part of the money they earned went into savings for Lily, ensuring that when she grew up, she would have the resources to pursue her dreams, whatever they might be.

The journey of the two—mother and daughter, marked by challenges and overcoming—became a symbol of hope and unconditional love.

 

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Leaked Video Of Gen. Diya Crying And Begging Late General Sani Abacha

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Gen. Diya was crossed examined at the Human Rights Violation Commission (HRVIC) on the coup plan 1997 to overthrow Gen. Sanni Abacha, He bluntly denied the fact that he was part of the plan but he admitted he knew about the plan. He further explained that he was afraid of being killed by the Coup Master Planner if he revealed the plan.

He denied pleading with Gen. Sanni Abacha but was shocked to see the video where he truly knelt down before Gen. Sanni Abacha as tendered by the Lawyer…Click Here To Continue Reading>> …Click Here To Continue Reading>>

 

Gen. Diya Oladipo then was appointed as Chief of Defense Staff. He was appointed Chief of General Staff in 1993 and Vice Chairman of the Provisional Ruling Council in 1994. In 1997 Diya and dissident soldiers in the military allegedly planned to overthrow the regime of Sani Abacha. The alleged coup was uncovered by forces loyal to Abacha, and Diya and his cohorts were jailed. Diya was tried in a military tribunal, and was given the death penalty. READ FULL STORY HERE>>>CLICK HERE TO CONTINUE READING>>>

 

 

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July 29 In Nigerian History: Aguiyi-Ironsi And Fajuyi Assassinated In Ibadan

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Aguiyi-Ironsi (L) and Adekunle Fajuyi (R)

Nigeria has seen the rise and fall of many military regimes since she became a sovereign state in 1960 and this, at every turn, has altered the direction of the country.

A second coup since independence which happened on July 29, 1966, would see to the brutal death of Nigeria’s Supreme Commander, General J.T.C Aguiyi-Ironsi (the nation’s 1st military head of state) and his friend, Lieutenant Colonel Francis Adekunle Fajuyi, who was the sitting and 1st Military Governor of the Western Region…Click Here To Continue Reading>> …Click Here To Continue Reading>>

 

Aguiyi-Ironsi was a guest at the Government House, Ibadan, as he came to hold a meeting with traditional rulers in the Western region. Ironsi arrived Ibadan the previous day and unknowingly, he met his death during the counter-coup which is generally believed to be a retaliation to the January 15th 1966 coup in which prominent Northerners in power were killed.

The Northerners were believed to hold a grudge since the first coup as they lost leaders including Alhaji Abubakar Tafawa Balewa (Nigerian Prime Minister) and Sir Ahmadu Bello (Sardauna of Sokoto and Premier of the Northern Region). They tagged it an ‘Igbo Coup’ as no Eastern casualty was recorded in both the military and public service as even the West lost Chief Samuel Ladoke Akintola in the coup. READ FULL STORY HERE>>>CLICK HERE TO CONTINUE READING>>>

This counter-coup of July 29, 1966, led by General Theophilus Yakubu Danjuma was tagged the bloodiest coup by many in the history of Nigeria. Ironsi and Fajuyi’s death which still remains a controversial debate among historians because how they were killed isn’t clear but both bodies were found in a bush in outskirts of Ibadan. Read a comprehensive account of how Aguiyi-Ironsi was killed here.

Aside from the Head of State and Western Military governor, many other casualties were recorded in the army and most killed or maimed were Easterners, particularly Igbos. This will be one of the many reasons the country would go into a civil war the following year as the Eastern region tried seceding.

54 years after, we remember this gruesome act done in the Brown Roof City and how much has happened or changed since then.

 

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This Is Why An American Magazine Labelled Sani Abacha as “Thug of the Year” In 1995

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General Sani Abacha is perhaps Nigeria’s most enigmatic head of state. He reigned from 1993 until his death in 1998. General Abacha was born in Kano state, northern Nigeria on September 20, 1943. He hails from Kanuri in Borno state.

He passed out of the Nigerian Military Training Centre in Kaduna where he proceeded to Mons Officer Cadet School in Aldershot, England before being commissioned as a 2nd lieutenant in 1963.

He is held by some as Nigeria’s most successful coup plotter. When he was still a Second Lieutenant with the 3rd Battalion in Kaduna, he took part in the July 1966 Nigerian counter-coup from the conceptual stage. He could well have been a participant in the Lagos or Abeokuta phases of the coup the previous January as well…Click Here To Continue Reading>> …Click Here To Continue Reading>>

 

Abacha fought for Nigeria in the country’s civil war against Biafran secessionists continuing to rise through the army ranks.

He was instrumental in the 1983 Nigerian coup d’état which brought General Muhammadu Buhari to power as well as the August 1985 coup which removed him from power. He announced the coup which removed the government of Shehu Shagari.

When General Ibrahim Babangida was named President of Nigeria in 1985, Abacha was named Chief of Army Staff. He was appointed Minister of Defence in 1990. With Babangida’s resignation, an interim government headed by civilian President, Ernest Shonekan was formed.

Sani Abacha became the first Nigerian soldier to attain the rank of a full General without skipping a single rank in 1993. In the same year, he moved for the ultimate.

Shonekan resigned and transferred power to Sani Abacha in a move widely believed to be another bloodless coup. In September 1994, he issued a decree that placed his government above the jurisdiction of the courts, effectively giving him absolute power. Another decree gave him the right to detain anyone for up to three months without trial.

General Sani Abacha

Abacha is noted for helping restore peace and democracy to Sierra Leone and Liberia after the civil wars.

On his administration of the Nigerian state proper, he established The Petroleum Trust Fund aimed to address major economic issues facing the country at the time. Between 25-100km of urban road in major cities such as Kano, Gusau, Benin, Funtua, Zaria, Enugu, Kaduna, Aba, Lagos, Lokoja, and Port Harcourt was planned to be constructed each. A N27.3bn contract was awarded for road rehabilitation in the first quarter of 1996.

There was a restructuring of major insurance companies that supported SMEs across the entire country.

Abacha mandated the PTF to publicise its accounts as it was the second-largest public corporation at the time. In 1997, the account of PTF showed that it disbursed N24.3bn on roads, N21.2bn on security, N7.8bn on health, and N3bn on other projects. Other disbursements include N2.2bn on water supply, N936m on food supply and N476m on education. It realized a total of N1.049bn from various investment activities.

It’s curious the sums which emerged after his death that he stashed in overseas accounts as the Abacha administration became the first to record unprecedented economic achievements overseeing an increase in the country’s foreign exchange reserves from $494 million in 1993 to $9.6 billion by the middle of 1997. READ FULL STORY HERE>>>CLICK HERE TO CONTINUE READING>>>

He also reduced the external debt of Nigeria from $36 billion in 1993 to $27 billion by 1997. His Petroleum (Special) Trust Fund is also hailed for infrastructural projects and interventionist programmes in education, water and health.

His wife is credited with setting up the National Hospital in Abuja viewed as Nigeria’s foremost national hospital, which was initially set up as a hospital for women and children before its upgrade.

Nonetheless, Abacha was ruthless with groups he considered hostile to his administration between 1993 and 1998. There was a crackdown on the civil rights groups, media and pro-democracy groups.

It was also under him that Nigeria became a perpetual importer of petroleum products as the refineries packed up. The emergence of the ‘foul fuel’ which damaged car engines and released a repugnant smell was in his time.

General Sani Abacha earned the title ‘Thug of the Year’ from Time magazine in 1995 after the execution of Ken Saro-Wiwa. Abacha developed the habit of working only at night. Availing himself to be seen publicly rarely while being averse to granting interviews.

The events of his death on June 8, 1998, at the presidential villa in Abuja are murky and while the official account is that he suffered a heart attack, other accounts say he was in the company of two Indian sex workers flown in from Dubai when he died. He was buried on the same day, according to Muslim tradition, without an autopsy. This fueled speculation that he may have been murdered by political rivals via poison.

Foreign diplomats, including United States Intelligence analysts, believed that his drink or fruit (apple) was laced with a poisonous substance while in the company of prostitutes.

Abacha was married to Maryam Abacha with whom he had had seven sons and three daughters.

In March 2014, the United States Department of Justice revealed that it had frozen more than $458 million believed to have been illegally obtained by Abacha and other corrupt officials.

On 7 August 2014, the United States Department of Justice announced the largest forfeiture in its history: the return of $480 million to the Nigerian government.

Stashed sums in other accounts have been discovered with the Nigerian government working to have the funds returned.

 

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