Nigeria’s Janet Ekundayo, whose name means “tears turned to joy,” dedicated her life to caring for orphans and abandoned children.
Despite having five biological children, her love for children led her to adopt and care for over 500 kids at the Ekundayo Orphanage Home in Isanlu Makutu, Kogi State, a mission she started in 1969.
Her selfless devotion earned her the nickname Olomo Yeye (someone with many children), making her one of the most influential women from Kogi.
For over 50 years, she transformed the lives of countless children, turning their sorrow into happiness.
In 2009, she passed away, believed to be in her 80s or 90s. Many only learned about her inspiring story when Nigerian singer TY Bello honored her with a tribute video and the song Ekundayo in 2008, as part of her Greenland album.
Mama Ekundayo remains a symbol of love, kindness, and unwavering dedication.
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Despite having five biological children, her love for children led her to adopt and care for over 500 kids at the Ekundayo Orphanage Home in Isanlu Makutu, Kogi State, a mission she started in 1969.
Her selfless devotion earned her the nickname Olomo Yeye (someone with many children), making her one of the most influential women from Kogi.
For over 50 years, she transformed the lives of countless children, turning their sorrow into happiness.
In 2009, she passed away, believed to be in her 80s or 90s. Many only learned about her inspiring story when Nigerian singer TY Bello honored her with a tribute video and the song Ekundayo in 2008, as part of her Greenland album.
Mama Ekundayo remains a symbol of love, kindness, and unwavering dedication.
#africanfolder #MamaEkundayo #OlomoYeye #NigerianHistory #Humanitarian #KogiState #TYBello #Ekundayo #AfricanHeroes #OrphanCare #InspiringWomen
Nigeria’s Janet Ekundayo, whose name means “tears turned to joy,” dedicated her life to caring for orphans and abandoned children.
Despite having five biological children, her love for children led her to adopt and care for over 500 kids at the Ekundayo Orphanage Home in Isanlu Makutu, Kogi State, a mission she started in 1969.
Her selfless devotion earned her the nickname Olomo Yeye (someone with many children), making her one of the most influential women from Kogi.
For over 50 years, she transformed the lives of countless children, turning their sorrow into happiness.
In 2009, she passed away, believed to be in her 80s or 90s. Many only learned about her inspiring story when Nigerian singer TY Bello honored her with a tribute video and the song Ekundayo in 2008, as part of her Greenland album.
Mama Ekundayo remains a symbol of love, kindness, and unwavering dedication.
#africanfolder #MamaEkundayo #OlomoYeye #NigerianHistory #Humanitarian #KogiState #TYBello #Ekundayo #AfricanHeroes #OrphanCare #InspiringWomen
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