Twenty-seven years after he was killed in controversial circumstances, the late Mrs. Kudirat Abiola was remembered yesterday by members of Women Arise.
President of the group, Dr. Joe Okei-Odumakin, saluted the efforts of the deceased, who fought for the return of democracy.
In her tribute on Sunday to the pro-democracy activist who was killed 27 years ago, Okei-Odumakin described the late Mrs. Kudirat as “a rare Amazon” that is greatly valued.
Mrs. Kudirat Abiola was the wife of late winner of the annulled June 12, 1993 presidential election, Chief Moshood Abiola.
She said: “Her memory is as lucid as the vision of all the glorious compatriots whom we were favoured to rub shoulders with in the face of fire.
“Those who have gone ahead as the pantheon builds. The finest across generations of a beleaguered country.
“Among such is Kudirat situated. In the strong spirit of duty and commitment to justice.”
The right activist said that though it has been 27 years since Mrs. Abiola was killed, “the death is still fresh in the minds of pro-democracy activists.
Mrs. Okei-Odumakin said that the deceased total dedication to justice still retained in memories.
She said: “It is evergreen and as fresh as the day. The late Kudirat Abiola was killed fighting for justice, for defining womanhood, dignity and humanity.
“She walked right, would not run nor flinch but was killed for asking for justice.”
Mrs. Okei-Odumakin told the people not to forget those who fought for justice and democracy.
“Some swam in sweat. Some bled and some died. Kudirat died among others who have taken seats in Valhalla,” Mrs. Okei-Odumakin said.
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