Late Yinka Odumakin’s legacy endures not only through his impactful contributions and the people he influenced but also in the form of his twin babies, born just months after his passing.
As a symbol of hope and perseverance, these twins, a son and a daughter, arrived in October 2021 to Yinka Odumakin and his wife, Dr. Joe Okei-Odumakin.
Recently, these remarkable children made an appearance on social media as their dedicated activist mother shared a heartfelt moment when relatives came to celebrate their special day.
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QUEST TIMES recalls that On April 3, 2021, Nigeria lost one of its most passionate and vocal human rights activists, Yinka Odumakin, who was the national publicity secretary of the pan-Yoruba socio-political group, Afenifere.
The death of the 54-year-old which occurred after a brief illness, was a huge blow to the Nigerian people, particularly the Yoruba nation, which he fought for tirelessly.
He was known for his unwavering commitment to democracy, justice, and good governance.
Besides, he was a fierce advocate for the rights of the marginalized and oppressed.
His widow had in a statement, said her late husband had always wanted to have another child 18 years after their second child was born.
In her words, “the miracle” birth fulfilled the wishes of the late Odumakin towards the end of his sojourn on earth to have another baby to be named after him.
“He had, however, prophetically left words concerning what the baby or babies should be called if his wishes materialised.
Dr. Okei-Odumakin, a women’s rights activist who is the president of the human rights groups, Women Arise for Change Initiative and the Campaign for Democracy, also spoke about how the twins have helped her to cope with her grief, stating that they are a constant reminder of her husband’s love, who brings her joy every day.