Margaret Ekpo

thumb|you will see that these two Houses have no women representation Margaret Ekpo (27 July 1914 – 21 September 2006) was a Nigerian women's rights activist and social mobilizer who was a pioneering female politician in the country's First Republic and a leading member of a class of traditional Nigerian women activists, many of whom rallied women beyond notions of ethnic solidarity. She played major roles as a grassroots and nationalist politician in the Eastern Nigerian city of Aba, in the era of a hierarchical and male-dominated movement towards independence. Quotes I cannot explain to you what new spirit you have poured into me. I feel 100 percent stronger. Ekpo wrote to Ransome-Kuti to express her appreciation for the older woman’s guidance. Margaret Ekpo's words If you look round the Northern House Chiefs and the Western House of Chiefs, you will see that these two Houses have no women representation. In her inaugural speech to the Eastern House of Chiefs, Ekpo showed her brand of political savvy by opening on a note of conciliation. Margaret Ekpo's words "I am assuring you that the women of the Eastern Region, with two of us here representing their interests, will be solidly behind you and the Government of the Eastern Region." Speaking during her inaugural address to the Eastern House of Chiefs on women's representation. "We will not want to take your feathers or your crowns or your caps; we will only co-operate with you." Appealing for cooperation between traditional rulers and women leaders. "Do you know that your daughter can be the matron of that hospital? Do you know that your husband can be a District Officer or Resident? If you join hands with us in the current political activities, your children could one day live in the European quarters." Recalling how she mobilized market women into political participation. Quotes about Margaret Ekpo Margaret Ekpo was a woman leader, a pioneer parliamentarian and a human rights activist who contributed immensely to the political development of Nigeria during the colonial and pre-Civil War eras. Ekpo, Margaret Chinyere Ukpokoro, June 30, 2020 Margaret Ekpo's legacy extends beyond politics; she was a symbol of strength and resilience for Nigerian women. She fought tirelessly against gender discrimination and colonial oppression, inspiring future generations of female activists. Margaret Ekpo- Heroes and Heroines in Nigeria February 25, 2025 Ekpo was remarkable in her contributions to the growth of Nigeria during the colonial days and after Nigeria’s independence in 1960... She advocated for the economic and political rights of women until voting rights were granted women. Ekpo left behind indelible imprints of patriotic contributions to national growth. The intertwined radiance of Margaret Ekpo, Margaret Thatcher and Margaret Ekotoro External Links Category:1914 births Category:2006 deaths Category:Dead people