Hilda Adefarasin
Nigerian women's rights activist; president of the National Council of Women's Societies
Hilda Adefarasin (9 January 1925[1] – 5 February 2023) was a Nigerian women's rights activist who was the president of the National Council of Women's Societies (NCWS). She left her nursing profession in 1969 to concentrate on professional activities of the NCWS. In 1971, she was the council's treasurer and in 1987, she became the president.She died on 5 February 2023, at the age of 9.[1][2][3]
Quotes about Hilda
edit- As we reflect with gratitude over the illustrious life of service led by Mrs. Hilda Joanne Adefarasin as she parented her children, doted over her husband, and impacted generations and communities, we are reminded of her unwavering love for our LORD Jesus Christ.[4]
- Today, my siblings, my family and I pause for a moment and join everyone who knows and loves you to celebrate a true heroine on her 98th birthday.[5]
References
edit- ↑ "Pastor Paul Mourns Passing Of 98yr-Old Mum, Hilda Adefarasin". Independent.ng. 6 February 2023.
- ↑ JUST IN: Pastor Paul Mourns Passing Of 98yr-Old Mum, Hilda Adefarasin – Independent Newspaper Nigeria (in en-GB).
- ↑ Pastors Wale, Paul Adefarasin lose mother at 98 (in en-US). The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News (2023-02-07).
- ↑ "Pastor Paul Mourns Passing Of 98yr-Old Mum, Hilda Adefarasin". Independent.ng. 6 February 2023.
- ↑ "Pastor Paul Mourns Passing Of 98yr-Old Mum, Hilda Adefarasin". Independent.ng. 6 February 2023.