Activists Want Federal Govt To Immortalise Kudirat Abiola

Pro-democracy civil organisations on Tuesday urged the Federal Government to immortalise the late Alhaja Kudirat Abiola who was killed 23 years ago.
She died in the struggle to actualise the June 12, 1993 election won by her husband, Chief Moshood Abiola.
The election was annulled by General Ibrahim Babangida.
The activists, who gathered at the Ikeja home of Chief Abiola to lay a wreath and offer prayer to the fallen amazon, demanded a speedy conclusion of the case of those standing trial for the murder of Kudirat.

Chairman of National Democratic Coalition (NADECO) Admiral Ndubuisi Kanu said Kudirat Abiola sacrificed her life to make Nigeria better.
He urged Nigerians not to allow the sacrifice by Abiola to be in vain, calling on all lovers of freedom and democracy to live by the ideas she died for.
The NADECO chieftain said: “The most important thing now is to keep her ideas alive.
“We call on the relevant authorities to ensure poverty is banished, security must be provided and others.
“Kudirat virtue has been extolled on many occasions, but I must say there was June 12 before June 4. Again June 4 came about because of June 12. We must not allow her to die in vain.”

Rights activist Femi Aborishade said the government must end poverty to make the honour bestowed on M.K.O Abiola realistic.
He said government pronouncement on June 12 as democracy day fell short of expectations when the people have nothing to eat or shelter over their heads.
“I know of certainty that the poor are united in this country but the power that or the politicians have been working hard to keep us divided.

“They killed Kudirat because they believed she would preserve the unity of the downtrodden.
“They killed her because they don’t want her to provide the example for others to learn from, that you can actually confront them and demand for your rights.”

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President of Women Arise, Dr Joe Odumakin said the government should immortalise Kudirat by naming a national monument after her.
She added the slain activist should be recognised as official First Lady, noting all insignia of office be given her posthumously.
According to her: “Kudirat Abiola died for humanity and to banish poverty. Her record in promoting democracy is unparalleled.”
Responding, Alhaji Jamiu Abiola, appreciated the efforts of the pro-democracy group to keep the memory of Kudirat Abiola alive.
He said: “We see the pro-democracy groups as part of the Abiola family. Most of you have committed cash and kind to the struggle, just to keep the memory alive. This to us is the greater sacrifice.
“By this act, we call on everyone to support President Muhammadu Buhari’s fight against corruption.
“He cannot singlehandedly win the fight if other people stay aloof. We urge government official and members of the National Assembly to join had to deal with this monster.

“This is the major reason people have continued to wallow in poverty.”

Her Husband Vanished 6 Weeks After Their Wedding, 68 Years On She Uncovers The Truth

Almost seven decades after marrying who she considered to be the love of her life, Peggy Harris learned the truth about his sudden disappearance.

Into Thin Air

Maybe it was a different time back then, or perhaps the fact Peggy felt so strongly about Billie, but she never ceased to seek out information regarding his whereabouts. Never seeing her husband again after only six weeks of marriage might seem like the ultimate deal breaker, but Peggy knew deep in her heart Billie would not just disappear. Something was wrong.

Not Giving Up

In order to find out what ever happened to her husband, Peggy needed to be prepared to roll up her sleeves and dig deep. For years, Peggy contacted all sorts of people and gathered what little information she managed to put together and tried to connect the dots, but there was no use. Billie was gone, and so was any shred of evidence that could hint where he might be. Still, being the strong minded woman she was, Peggy was not going to give up.

The Unknown

Indeed, Billie and Peggy’s story goes to show that despite being in the unknown, genuine love really does conquer all. Although Peggy has gone through plenty in her long life, the one thing she was not willing to give up on was her one true love. Plenty drew inspiration from the Peggy and Billie’s love story, who despite the curves that life threw their way, had faith in their hearts that everything will work out for the best.

Met In An Uncommon Way

Born in Vernon, Texas in the 1920’s, Peggy Seale had just turned 18 when she started working as an electrical instrument mechanic at the Altus Oklahoma Air Force Base. Shortly after, she met Billie through his father, who was employed as an assistant supervisor at the same base. Billie’s father was sure Peggy and his son would hit it off – and he was right. Peggy was kind, beautiful and smart, but there was something about her that differentiated her from the rest.

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Power Players: The World’s Top 25 Wealthiest Politicians

 

Politicians are known for their charm and their ability to work the system. We typically have a very love-hate relationship with our leaders, but one thing’s for sure: some of them are really, really rich. Richer than they might want you to know.

Many politicians gain their wealth in business before getting into politics. Others use their political connections to make them money. Some are heirs or heiresses before they ever enter office. What follows are some of the wealthiest politicians in the world – and the stories of how they made so, so much money.

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Top 24 Richest and Poorest Countries of Africa

Listing and ranking richness of countries is always a challenge. Between social-economic status, commerce, economics shifts, natural disasters, many years of colonialism, poverty and inequality, and government corruption – there are most definitely many challenges in economic growth and maintaining a healthy, wealthy and productive society.

There are 1.3 billion people living across Africa, in 54 different countries, that produces $2.2 trillion in nominal GDP thanks to trade, agriculture and harvesting various sources of energy (oil being the dominant one in certain countries). Not too long ago, in 2013, Africa was the world’s fastest-growing continent at 5.6% a year. Nowadays, the African Development Bank predicts an increase of 4.3% in yearly growth across the continent. World Bank expects most of the African countries to reach a GDP per capita of at least $1,000 (ranking those as “middle income”) by 2025.

All nominal data in this article are based on World Bank latest reports.

How would Nigeria’s oil export affect its ranking? Does the government domination on the economy of Kenya helps its rank? How would countries like Ghana and Zimbabwe rank in comparison to Zambia and Uganda? How does South Africa’s complex social history affects its economic growth? Which other countries occupy the top and bottom of this list?
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Angola

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 With a total GDP of $124.209 billion and a staggering GDP per capita of $4,407, Angola takes the 5th place in the richest countries in Africa. Angola is largely dependent on their natural oil and gas reserves, along with hydroelectricity, diamonds, and agriculture.

Angola has a population of 30.7 million people, most of whom are still highly influenced by European culture due to 400 of Portuguese colonialism in the country. The official language of Angola is still Portugees.

Nominal GDP Rank: #5
Nominal GDP Per Capita Rank: #9

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