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In Inspiration August 19, 2024 By Women of Rubies

Five Remarkable Women Who Have Shown Deep Passion for Humanity

On World Humanitarian Day, we honor individuals who have made extraordinary sacrifices and shown unwavering commitment to improving the lives of others. Among these incredible humanitarians are women whose courage, compassion, and dedication have left an indelible mark on the world. Today, we celebrate five women who have exemplified the true spirit of humanity through their selfless actions.

1. Dr. Stella Ameyo Adadevoh: The Heroine Who Stopped Ebola

Dr. Stella Ameyo Adadevoh‘s name is synonymous with bravery and sacrifice. In 2014, as Ebola threatened to spread across Nigeria, Dr. Adadevoh stood as the last line of defense. Working as a senior consultant at First Consultant Hospital in Lagos, she identified and contained Nigeria’s first case of Ebola—a Liberian-American diplomat. Despite immense pressure to release the patient, she refused, recognizing the risk of an outbreak. Her actions saved countless lives, but tragically, she contracted the virus and died. Dr. Adadevoh’s unwavering commitment to public health and humanity has made her a national hero and a symbol of courage.

2. Malala Yousafzai: The Voice for Girls’ Education

Malala Yousafzai, the youngest-ever Nobel Peace Prize laureate, has become a global advocate for girls’ education. After surviving a brutal attack by the Taliban for her activism, Malala continued her fight, undeterred by the dangers she faced. Through the Malala Fund, she champions the right of every girl to receive an education, especially in regions where it is most threatened. Malala’s relentless pursuit of education for all has inspired millions, making her a beacon of hope and resilience.

3. Oprah Winfrey: A Lifelong Advocate for Empowerment

Oprah Winfrey’s impact on humanity extends far beyond her media empire. She has consistently used her platform to advocate for social justice, education, and women’s rights. Through the Oprah Winfrey Foundation, she has donated millions to education, built schools for girls in South Africa, and provided scholarships to underprivileged students. Oprah’s philanthropy and her commitment to uplifting others demonstrate her deep passion for creating a more just and equitable world.

4. Leymah Gbowee: The Woman Who Brought Peace to Liberia

Leymah Gbowee is a Liberian peace activist whose efforts were instrumental in ending the Second Liberian Civil War. Leading a movement of Christian and Muslim women, Gbowee organized peaceful protests, including a sex strike, to demand an end to the violence. Her relentless pursuit of peace earned her the Nobel Peace Prize in 2011. Gbowee continues to work for peace and women’s rights, inspiring generations with her belief that ordinary women can achieve extraordinary change.

5. Mother Teresa: The Saint of the Gutters

Mother Teresa, also known as Saint Teresa of Calcutta, dedicated her life to serving the poorest of the poor. Founding the Missionaries of Charity, she provided care and dignity to those suffering from leprosy, tuberculosis, and other afflictions that society often shunned. Her work in the slums of Calcutta (now Kolkata) and around the world earned her the Nobel Peace Prize in 1979. Mother Teresa’s life is a testament to the power of love and compassion, and her legacy continues to inspire acts of kindness and service worldwide.

Conclusion: A Legacy of Humanity

These five women—Dr. Stella Adadevoh, Malala Yousafzai, Oprah Winfrey, Leymah Gbowee, and Mother Teresa—have shown that true humanitarianism knows no bounds. Their actions, driven by compassion and an unyielding desire to improve the lives of others, serve as a reminder that each of us has the power to make a difference. On World Humanitarian Day, let us celebrate their legacies and be inspired to contribute to the betterment of humanity in our own unique ways.

In Career Gems August 22, 2019 By Editor

GUILD OF MEDICAL DIRECTORS OF NIGERIA CALLS ON THE FEDERAL GOVERNMENT TO DECLARE NATIONAL HOLIDAY IN HONOR OF LATE DR. STELLA ADADEVOH

The Guild of Medical Directors of Nigeria has called on the Federal Government to immortalise the late Dr. Stella Ameyo Adadevoh by declaring August 19 a national holiday every year in her honour.

Dr Adadevoh, who worked with the First Consultant Hospital in the Obalende area of Lagos, died on August 19, 2014, in her attempt to prevent the spread of Ebola Virus Disease in the country.

On Tuesday, the Public Relations Officer of the Abuja chapter of the guild, Biodun Ogungbo, released a statement urging the government to honour the late doctor.

The statement titled, Remembering Stella Adadevoh, reads: “It is said that there is no greater love than to lay down your life for your friend.

“The most tragic part of her passing is that she couldn’t be given a proper burial, and with all the respect that her sacrifice demands.

“The very bug that cut her down is so virulent, so unforgiving, that even that honour was deprived of her.

“She had put her life on the line for 170 million of her fellow citizens, many of whom do not even understand the concept of what it means to be a citizen.

“The very least that Nigeria can do in appreciation, is to honour her.

“The Guild of Medical Directors of Nigeria and other medical associations honoured Adadevoh in their small capacities in the past. We gave awards and plaques and foodstuff to the hospital. It’s not enough.

“Nigeria should declare August 19 each year a national holiday and in her name.

“That way, some Nigerian children in six decades (time) can ask their parents, ‘Who is Stella Ameyo Adadevoh?’ And the parent can reply, ‘That woman saved my life, and the lives of all of us’.

“It is the least we can do. It is the least we should do. She should never and will never be forgotten.”

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In Career Gems June 11, 2019 By Editor

KUDIRAT ABIOLA, DR ADADEVOH, AISHA BUHARI, INDUCTED INTO THE NIGERIAN WOMEN HALL OF FAME

The National Centre for Women Development (NCWD) has inducted the wife of the late Chief MKO Abiola, Alhaja Kudirat Abiola, Dr. Stella Adadevoh, and wife of Nigerian President, Aisha Buhari, into the Nigerian Women Hall of Fame.

The centre said this was in the tradition of keeping records of the wives of heads of states and presidents.

The Director-General of the Centre, Mrs. Mary Ekpere-Eta, spoke in Abuja during the induction ceremony of 22 female icons into the Nigerian Women Hall of Fame.

Ekpere-Eta added that the late Kudirat Abiola, who was brutally murdered at the peak of the struggle for June 12, Dr. Adadevoh, who died while saving the country from the widespread of the deadly Ebola Virus topped the list of the 22 inductees.

She said there was need to celebrate the achievements of Nigerian women considering various barriers which limited them from attaining success, adding that such women had paved way for the success of today’s women.

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”The hall of fame features a comprehensive display of records of women from the pre-colonial days, who played legendary roles in trade and commerce, politics, inter-tribal wars etc, but since 2007, no woman has made it to the hall.

“The Hall of Fame provides role models for younger girls and the society at large on the unlimited potential of women in Nigerian society,” Ekpere-Eta said.

She assured Nigerians that the induction would be held every four years to ensure that women were adequately captured in the Hall of Fame.

Ekpere-Eta said the selection was done on merit with documented proofs and assured that modalities, which included quest for excellence, integrity and other positive attributes were the ingredients considered for the selection.

The Wife of the President, Mrs. Aisha Buhari, who was represented by her Senior Special Adviser, Mrs. Hajo Sani, advised the inductees to mentor the younger generation to serve as legacy.

”It is the collective responsibility of women to continue to work in their different areas of specialisation toward contributing to nation building.

“I urge women to continue to operate in transparency, modesty, honesty and integrity which are core values of this administration and to contribute to next generation of women leaders,” she said.

The Special Adviser to the President on Diaspora, Mrs Abike Dabiri-Erewa, said the Hall of Fame would be a tourist centre for foreign nationals and diplomats who visited the country on official assignments.

She said the Hall of Fame would be one of the official places of call because it had added to the Nigerian story with women as major catalyst to national development.

Senator Oluremi Tinubu and Vintage Garba Masi, who were the first females to represent two states in the senate were among the 23 inductees into the Nigerian Women Hall of Fame.

Other inductees included Hajiya Maryam Sanusi Dantata for Women and Youths empowerment, Flt. Lt. Blessing Liman, first female military pilot, Justice Zainab Bulkachuwa, first female judge of the appeal court, Dr Stella Adadevoh, for saving Nigeria from the spread of the Ebola virus, among others.

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