Give Mary Slessor a Day

Join twins, triplets, and families from across the nation as we celebrate unity, culture, and the remarkable legacy of Mary Slessor — the woman who gave hope and life to twins in Nigeria. This year’s convention in the heart of Uyo honors her compassion and courage with four days of joy, reflection, and togetherness.

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About us

The Twins National Convention is Nigeria’s biggest and most colorful gathering of twins, triplets, and families of multiple births — a joyful celebration of unity, identity, and shared heritage.

In the past 16 years, Twins across the globe have annually gathered in Uyo, the Heritage Home of our Mother, Mary Michell Slessor to honor her selfless service to humanity and this year, twins from across Nigeria and the African diaspora will converge to connect, learn, and celebrate the beautiful gift of twinship through music, culture, education, and community service.

This year’s convention, holding in the vibrant city of Uyo, Akwa Ibom State, pays tribute to Mary Slessor, the Scottish missionary whose compassion and courage ended the killing of twins in Nigeria over a century ago.
The 2025 theme — “Give Mary Slessor a Day” — is a call to honor her legacy with action, gratitude, and celebration.

Convention Activities

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Twins on the Pitch – Nolevty Match

Watch as twin teams face off in a friendly football match filled with fun, laughter, and teamwork. It’s not just a game — it’s a celebration of unity, sportsmanship, and the shared bond that makes twins unstoppable together.

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Twins Care - Twins Free Health Care

Health is wealth! Enjoy free medical check-ups, wellness advice, and distribution of free eye glasses for twins and families. A day dedicated to good health, bright vision, and a stronger, happier twin community.

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Twins Heritage Tour – Visiting Slesso's Last Abode

Take a historic tour to Mary Slessor’s last residence in Use Ikot Oku, Ibiono Ibom. Walk the paths of the woman who gave twins a future and celebrate her legacy where her story lives on.

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Twin Street Party - Twins Carnival

Experience Uyo’s streets transformed into a dazzling carnival of twins, friends, and families! With music, dance, and cultural displays, the Twin Street Party is pure joy — a living rainbow of unity and pride.

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Skills Training/  Workshop

Equip yourself with practical skills and creative knowledge at our vocational workshops. From crafts to digital skills, this session helps twins build confidence, self-reliance, and a brighter path toward shared success.

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Twins Dine, Connect & Share

Meet fellow twins from across Nigeria and the world in an atmosphere of friendship and laughter. Build lifelong connections, share stories, and celebrate the powerful bond that makes twinship truly extraordinary.

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Pageantry

Watch dazzling twin pairs take the stage in a celebration of beauty, confidence, and creativity. The Twins Pageantry crowns not just the most elegant twins — but the most inspiring twin stories.

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Twins Camp Fire Night

Feel the pulse of unity under the stars! Twins Fire Night blends music, dance, storytelling, and a symbolic bonfire — a soulful night to bond, share, and celebrate the twin spirit.

Twins Street Carnival

Join Your Band – March in Colour!

Your birth month decides your band — your spirit brings it to life!
The Twins Carnival 2025 invites every twin, triplet, and family and friends of twins to join their troupe, represent their color, and make Uyo’s streets come alive with unity, pride, and purpose.
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Founder’s Band

Birth Months: January – March
Theme Colour: Gold
Symbolism: Leadership • Vision • New Beginnings

The Founder’s Band leads the parade as the torchbearers of legacy. Dressed in radiant gold, they represent vision, unity, and the pioneering spirit that gave birth to the Twins National Convention. Their energy lights the way for all who follow.

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White Queen of Okoyong Band

Birth Months: April – June
Theme Colour: White
Symbolism: Purity • Compassion • Legacy

Inspired by Mary Slessor, the White Queen of Okoyong Band embodies kindness, courage, and grace. Marching in elegant white, they honor the woman who turned fear into hope and gave twins a new story of life and love.

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Mary Slessor Defenders Band

Birth Months: July – September
Theme Colour: Red
Symbolism: Strength • Justice • Humanity

Fierce and fearless, the Mary Slessor Defenders Band wears bold red — the color of passion and purpose. They represent the guardians of twin heritage, standing for equality, courage, and the enduring spirit of unity.

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Twin Island Band

Birth Months: October – December
Theme Colour: Blue
Symbolism: Harmony • Celebration • Freedom

Vibrant and full of life, the Twin Island Band brings the carnival to its joyous climax. Draped in dazzling blue, they dance with rhythm and freedom, capturing the soul of Uyo’s culture and the joy of twinship.

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