Sarojini Naidu vs Thomas Boni Yayi

Sarojini Naidu joined the Indian National Congress, entering the mainstream of the Indian independence movement. She became a prominent orator and advocate for civil rights, women's emancipation, and anti-imperialism.

Naidu became the first Indian woman to preside over the Indian National Congress session, held in Kanpur. This marked a milestone for women's leadership in the Indian political movement.

Naidu was arrested for participating in the Quit India Movement, a mass civil disobedience campaign launched by the Indian National Congress demanding an end to British rule. She was imprisoned for several months.

Naidu was appointed as the first woman governor of an Indian state, serving as Governor of the United Provinces (later Uttar Pradesh). She held this position until her death in 1949.

Thomas Boni Yayi won the 2006 presidential election as an independent candidate, succeeding Mathieu K

Boni Yayi survived an assassination attempt in March 2007 when his convoy was ambushed near the village of Ikemon. The attack, attributed to political opponents, resulted in casualties among his security detail but left the president unharmed.

Boni Yayi sought and won a second term in 2011, but his attempt to change the constitution to allow a third term in 2014 sparked widespread protests and political crisis. He ultimately abandoned the plan, preserving Benin's democratic reputation.

Boni Yayi served as Chairman of the African Union for one year from January 2012 to January 2013. During his tenure, he focused on promoting peace and security, including efforts to resolve conflicts in Mali and the Sahel region.