Dr. Irene Modupeola Thomas (1917-2005): The Nigerian Doctor Who Saved Thousands of Women from Traditional Harmful Practices
The legacy of Dr. Irene Modupeola Thomas is firmly etched in the history of Nigerian medicine, particularly in women’s rights advocacy. Born in 1917 to P.J.C and Josetta Mary Thomas, she would grow to become not only one of Nigeria’s first female doctors but also a formidable champion against harmful traditional practices affecting women and …