7 Things You Probably Don’t Know About First Woman To Drive A Car In Nigeria

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May 24, 2023

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Here are 7 things to know about Funmilayo Ransome-Kuti, the first woman to drive a car in Nigeria, GWG.ng reports.

Funmilayo Ransome-Kuti was born in Abeokuta, Nigeria, on October 25, 1900.
She was the first female student at the Abeokuta Grammar School and did exceptionally well in her academics.
Funmilayo Ransome-Kuti later continued her education in England, where she earned a bachelor’s degree in education and certification in home science.

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In 1932, she went back to Nigeria to work as a teacher. She eventually got interested in political activities.
She fought against the harsh colonial authority and was a fervent supporter of women’s rights.
She was a co-founder of the Abeokuta Women’s Union, which was crucial in advancing women’s rights and gender equality in Nigeria and was established in 1946.
Funmilayo Ransome-Kuti, until her passing in 1978, was a major player in Nigerian politics and the advancement of women’s rights.