Commemoration and Call to Action: Honoring Mary Slessor and Advancing the Vision of Tamblimpics
Today, we reflect on the indelible legacy of Mary Slessor, the courageous “Queen Mother of Twins,” whose intervention over a century ago saved countless lives of twins and multiple births in Nigeria. Her unwavering commitment to justice and humanity reshaped societal norms, ending the inhumane practices once inflicted upon these special children.
In the spirit of her remarkable legacy, the Chukwudumebi Twins Foundation (CT Foundation) has reimagined a platform to celebrate the uniqueness and potential of multiple births—the Twins and Multiple Birth Olympic (Tamblimpics). This initiative is not only a tribute to her work but also a rallying call for inclusion, empowerment, and global unity.
Victor Osimhen, Nigeria’s shining football star, recently dedicated a goal to the Elumelu twins. We challenge him to amplify this gesture by dedicating his next goal to the Queen Mother of Twins and all multiples in Nigeria, honoring Mary Slessor’s historic sacrifice and advocacy. This goal will symbolize the rallying cry for all stakeholders to support the actualization of Tamblimpics, a movement that aligns with the global call for inclusion and social impact.
We also recognize and commend the efforts of other multiple-birth civil society organizations in Nigeria and beyond. Your dedication has laid the groundwork for initiatives like ours to emerge. Together, we can strengthen the cause, ensuring that the world recognizes the value and potential of twins and multiple births.
We invite relevant stakeholders—government agencies, corporate organizations, international bodies, and philanthropists—to join hands with CT Foundation in making this vision a reality. Let us transform Tamblimpics into a beacon of hope and inspiration for multiple births worldwide, uniting us all under the shared goal of empowerment and celebration.
As Victor Osimhen steps onto the field, let his next goal be a victory for Mary Slessor’s enduring legacy, for multiple births across the globe, and for the dream of Tamblimpics—a platform that brings multiple birth and humanity closer together.
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