Humuani Alaga | |
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| Personal details | |
| Born | Ibadan |
| Died | 29 January 1993 Ibadan |
| Nationality | Nigerian |
| Parent | Alfa Aliu Adisa Alaga |
| Occupation | Activist Entrepreneur |
| Profession | Activist |
| Nickname | Muminaat |
Humuani Amoke Alaga, popularly known as Mama Humuani Alaga (ca. 1900 – 1993[1]) was a Nigerian activist and indigenous entrepreneur in the textile business. She was also referred to as a Muminaat who encouraged and influenced women to be active citizens.[2] In 1938, she led protesters to demand equal pay and better working condition for women. In 1958, she founded the Isabatudeen Womens Society with 11 other women.[1][3] In 1959, she co-founded the National Council of Women's Societies.[4]
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