While some fought successfully and founded nations like Haiti or lost their lives and left legacies like the town of Yanga and San Basilio de Palenque, here are all the fascinating details to know about these great warriors.

Iconic African Warriors That Fought Slavery

1. Gaspar Yanga (1545-1618)

Also known as the First Liberator of the Americas, Yanga was born in Gabon and later sold into slavery in Mexico. Having started his life in a royal family among the Bran people of Gabon, his capture in Mexico only increased his determination for freedom.

It is unclear when he was captured into slavery, however, reports have it that he was about 25 years old in 1570 when he fled from his enslaver. Together with other fleeing slaves, they formed a maroon colony named San Lorenzo de los Negros in the highlands. This type of settlement made of running or former slaves was also called palenque. From this location, Yanga led a series of attacks on nearby plantations and caravans around Vera Cruz for the survival of the Palenque.

Eventually, his community and the Spanish authorities started having clashes. However, they escaped capture by the government for over forty years. It was not till 1618 that the Spaniards finally signed a treaty that would settle the hostility with Yanga’s maroon colony. While the agreement allowed him to build a free community, the settlement continued to pay taxes to the Spanish crown. His resistance against slavery led to the establishment of San Lorenzo de Los Negros de Cerravo in 1630.

Today, the town’s name has changed to Yanga after the former slave who fought and won against a brutal institution. The Mexican government honored him with the title of the national hero of Mexico in 1871 while the town was named a UNESCO world heritage site. He is also the inspiration behind Snoop Dogg’s 2020 song Gaspar Yanga.

2. Benkos Biohó 

The town of San Basilio de Palenque may still be standing as the first free African town in the Americas, yet, behind this is a shocking history of slave revolt. Its hero, Benkos Biohó was a Mandinka man who started life in a Guinea Bissau royal family. However, his life’s course took a different direction when he was captured and sold into slavery by the slave trader, Pedro Gomes Reinel.

While in captivity in the Americas, Biohó escaped captivity severally. His last escape was into the marshy lands north of Cartagena in 1599. The success strengthened his organization into one of the largest armies in the Montes de Maria region. Through this army, he was able to set other enslaved people free as well as assist fleeing slaves. He also started addressing himself as king, a matter that was not taken lightly by the government.

Notably, his activities led to clashes with the Colombian government. They finally signed a peace treaty in 1612. This peace lasted till 1619 when the Spaniards captured Benko. The South American emancipator was later hung in 1621.

3. Zumbi dos Palmares (1655-1695)

This Brazilian warrior remains a powerful symbol of resistance to slavery. His descent is traced to Kongo nobility through his mother, Sabina. He was born into slavery in 1655 in Palmares. When he was six years old, he was given to the missionary, Father Antonio Melo.

By the time he turned 15 in 1670, Zumbi who was baptized Francisco escaped and returned to Palmares. The years following this saw him rise to become a leader of the maroon community of Palmares. Notably, he possessed military prowess and the martial arts skill of Capoeira. He used this in defending Palmeres against the Portuguese authority.

After a series of clashes, the Portuguese were forced to settle with him but he rejected their offers because other slaves outside of Palmares had to be freed. He fought the government for 15 years before they finally captured and killed him in 1695.

Zumbi is considered one of the greatest warriors in Afro-Brazilian folklore. Many believed he was a demigod who was controlled by African spirits.

4. Queen Nanny 1685-1750

She was a leader of the Jamaican maroon community that fought the British to regain their freedom. Also known as Granny Nanny, her story started in the West African country of Ghana where she was born in c.1685. However, she was captured and sold into slavery, a journey that would lead her to Jamaica.

While in captivity, she escaped and joined other fleeing slaves in the Blue Mountain range. Over time, she gained experience as a fighter. Thanks to this military skills and leadership ability, she trained others in guerilla warfare that would free more than 800 slaves.

As a result of the fierce resistance put up by the maroons, the British were forced to sign a peace treaty with them in 1740.

Queen Nanny’s role in fighting slavery has led to her recognition as Right Excellent by the Jamaican government. You will also find her on the Jamaican $500 bill.

5. Elizabeth Freeman c.1744-1781

Unlike most enslaved people who took up arms to fight for freedom, Elizabeth fought through the Massachusetts court to gain freedom. She was born Beth in Massachusetts but was given to her master’s daughter, Hannah Ashley when she was six years old. Beth was the first to file and win a lawsuit for freedom in Massachusetts.

There are accounts of how she came to know about the freedom contained in the Sheffield Declaration. Many believe that she overheard her master, Hannah’s husband discussing the issue with others.

After hearing of the freedom and equality contained in it, she hired a lawyer, Theodore Sedgewick. The pro-abolition lawyer filed a lawsuit on her behalf. The lawsuit led to their freedom and an award of 30 shillings to cover the cost of the trial. This landmark victory in 1781 set a precedent for other cases.

6. Toussaint Louverture 1743-1803

He is also known as the father of Haiti. To understand how he earned such an accolade, it goes back to his being a former slave who became a great warrior against slavery. He was born into slavery to a West African man from Dahomey named Hypolite and his wife, Pauline.

Toussant drew attention to himself as an influential person through his leadership in the Haitian revolution. He joined the slave rebellion in 1791 during which time he trained other negro people in the army. However, he was not impressed with the organization of the leadership of the rebellion leading him to train his own guerilla fighters.

The rebellion put a spotlight on him and added to his influence. This would prove vital when he started playing both the Spanish and French governments during the 1793 war between the two powers. He later chose the French side after they abolished slavery and became governor-general of the Island in 1796.

The military strategist used his new position to continue fighting for other enslaved people. However, the French soon clashed with him when he freed slaves in Santo Domingo. This move led to his capture and imprisonment by the French. Having laid the foundation for Haitian independence, he did not live to see it happen as he died in 1803. Nonetheless, the revolution continued till the former slave colony declared independence on January 1, 1804.

7. Nat Turner 1800-1831

He is one of the fiercest warriors against slavery among people of African descent. Nat is said to have possessed fierceness since when he was a child. As an adult, he channeled this into fighting an institution that he was born into.

Aside from being fierce, Turner was deeply religious, and through his beliefs, he amassed a huge following. In his teachings, he encouraged his followers to take action against their enslavers. This would eventually lead to the Nat Turner rebellion of August 1831, one of the fiercest slave rebellions led by him and about 70 enslaved people.

They started by killing his master, his master’s wife, and their children before attacking other slave-holding families. In the uprising that lasted between August 21 and August 23, they killed over 50 people before he was captured and executed.

8. Carlota Lukumi

She is one of the greatest warriors who fought against slavery. Carlotta is of Yoruba descent and was sold into slavery in Matanzas, Cuba. She started planning a revolt while in captivity on a sugar plantation. One of her collaborators was another female slave named Fermina. Their plans were discovered and Fermina was beaten and imprisoned.

This did not stop the musically gifted Carlotta from continuing with the plan. Reports have it that she used the talking drum to send coded messages. Considering her African background, it is not surprising that she used this means of communication.

In 1843, she led a successful attack that freed Fermina and other enslaved people. This marked the beginning of other uprisings by the fearless warrior who went to battle using a machete. Their success against the Spanish plantations only lasted for a year before she was captured and executed alongside Fermina.

9. Bussa

He was one of the planners of the 1816 rebellion in Barbados. How he came to be a fighter in the first of three rebellions that happened in the West Indies before the abolition of slavery is quite a fascinating tale of bravery.

Bussa is said to be of Igbo descent and was born in West Africa before he was later enslaved in the West Indies.

While in captivity, Bussa worked as a ranger and this position gave him mobility that allowed him to organize the rebellion alongside other slaves from different plantations. He and other collaborators led about 400 slaves in the rebellion. The revolt started on Sunday, April 14 in St Phillip before spreading to other parts of the Island.

Bussa’s rebellion led to the declaration of martial law on April 15. Sadly, he was killed in battle while the fighting continued. Three days later, the British imperial troops quelled it. While over 100 slaves died during the rebellion, only two white people were reported to have been killed.

Today, ‘Bussa’s statue’ stands tall in the Haggart Hall in St Michael. The statue was unveiled in 1985, 169 years after he fought to free himself and other slaves. His role as a warrior against slavery has also earned him a place as a national hero of Barbados.

See Also: 10 African Slaves Who Became Legendary

10. Harriet Tubman

Her story is one of courage and bravery. She is a third-generation slave whose grandmother, Modesty was sold into slavery in Africa. Harriet Tubman experienced the trauma of slavery as she grew up under harsh conditions. Her first taste of resistance came from her mother who resisted the sale of her son. This experience of being separated from some of her children made Harriet’s mother strong-willed.

In adulthood, Tubman fought slavery for herself and others through the underground train, a set of secret safehouses that provided hiding places for fleeing slaves. Her activity on the underground train earned her the nickname of Moses after the Biblical Moses that led the Israelites out of Egypt. Tubman freed an estimated number of 70 people in 11 years. These included members of her family and other slaves from Maryland

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Here are the Most Rare People in Africa

1. The Darkest Person in the World

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Nyakim Gatwech is mostly referred to as the darkest person in the world. There were speculations that she was bestowed the ‘darkest person on earth’ by the Guinness World Records. However, the information was confirmed to be false as the Guinness World Records does not monitor records for skin tone. Notwithstanding, She is a dark Sudanese model born on January 27, 1993, in Ethiopia.

She has been nicknamed the “Queen of the Dark” because of her complexion. She came into the limelight after taking part in a fashion show at St. Cloud State University. At the moment, she is an Instagram star and a model who has appeared in several publications. She also appeared in the promotional posters for the American horror film, Jigsaw (2017).

2. Kenyan Man with the Longest Fingernails in Africa

John Waweru is a Kenyan man who decided to break records by attempting to grow the longest fingernails in the world. When he started, he was called different names and accused of being a devil worshipper. All these accusations did not deter him as he continued to grow his name and subsequently, made it his source of livelihood. He started showcasing his outstanding long nails at events, after charging a fee.

This obsession to grow the longest nails in the world caused him several limitations to his work. Waweru cannot wash or use his hands to do certain chores. His nails have grown to an outstanding length of 1 foot and 2 inches long, making him the African with the longest nails.

3. Helen has constructed the longest hand-made wig

After spending 11 days and two million nairas, A Nigerian lady called Helen Williams was able to set the Guinness record for making the longest hand-made wig. The wig stretches up to 351.28m (1,152ft 5in).

After she concluded the piece, it became difficult for her to find a place where she could measure it. She finally laid it along the highway connecting the cities of Lagos and Abeokuta for measurement.

4. The Blue-Eyed Woman

Risikat Moromoke Azeez is a Nigerian woman who became an internet sensation in 2020 after her husband abandoned her and subsequently sent her two daughters packing for having blue eyes.

The unique color of her eyes is a result of a genetic condition called “Ocular Albinism”, which reduces the pigmentation of the iris. This condition was also passed down to Risikat’s two daughters.

She came to the limelight after she was chased out of the house by her husband and ended up having to beg to survive with her two children. She was discovered by photographers who noticed how beautiful her eyes and her daughters were and have been in many photoshoots ever since.

5. African with the Largest Feet

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Brahim Takioullah is a Morrocan man who formally held the Guinness World Record for largest feet. He is also the second-tallest living person.

Surpassing former record-holder, Sultan Kösen, Takioullah became the Guinness World Record holder for the world’s largest feet on a living person, on 24 May 2011. His left foot measures 38.1 centimeters and his right is 37.5 centimeters.

Similarly, With a height of 2.46 meters, Takioullah became the second–tallest living person behind Sultan Kösen of Turkey, and tied with Morteza Mehrzad of Iran, in the world according to the Guinness World Records.

6. Ugandan Boy with the Striking Face

At the sight of Shakul, the first thing one would notice is his bright blue eyes and a bold streak of light-colored skin on his forehead and hands. When his parents had him, they assumed he was sick because of his unique eye color and multiple skin colors.

He was raised by his grandmother after his mother abandoned him as a child. His mother rarely ever touched or breastfed him because she assumed he was a cursed child. With the help of a charity organization, Shakul was diagnosed with Wardenbuurg syndrome, a genetic condition that affects the coloring of the eyes, skin, hair, and hearing loss.

Shakul was offered a scholarship by a charity organization and attends a special needs school due to his complete deafness caused by the syndrome.

7. Africa’s Most Pierced Man

Ugandan man, Davis Kizza Kana popularly known as Rasta Kana became famous for having the most piercing on any African with 83 piercings.

Rasta Kana has 20 piercings on each ear, 14 on his eyebrows, 10 on his nose, 10 on the lips, 2 on the tongue, 4 in the mouth, and others in the neck, and genital area.

David decided to go into this lifestyle in 2000 and has no intentions of giving it up.

8. Most Fertile Woman in Africa

Mariam Nabantanzi is considered the most fertile woman in Africa after giving birth to 44 children at the age of 40. This Ugandan woman has given birth to 4  sets of twins, 5 sets of triplets, 5 sets of quadruplets, and a few single births.

Overwhelmed by the number of children, her husband fled, abandoning her with 38 surviving children, 20 boys and 18 girls. Mariam was diagnosed with hyperovulation, which causes many eggs to be released in a single cycle. She was told that no family planning method would work for her and if forced, would lead to health challenges.

However, doctors were able to come up with a solution which led to the cutting of her tubes to prevent the eggs from traveling to the uterus

9. Zambian Real-Life Rapunzel

Also called the Black Rapunzel, Lister Phiri has outstandingly long hair which is said to be about twice her height. Lister is a native of the Chilanga District of Lusaka, Zambia.

While most women today use different products to help their hair grow and keep it moisturized, The Black Rapunzel has admitted to never using shampoos or any hair products, but rather, detergents to wash and vaseline as moisturizers.

Lister due to the length of her hair seeks help from the neighbors to put in African threading styles and doesn’t bother to go to any salon.

10. Most Flexible African

South African woman, Nokulunga Buthelezi has dubbed herself as the “African Snake” due to her flexible nature. She is a contortionist who became popular for her extreme curving abilities.

Her flexibility has led to a lot of people questioning if she has bones in her body. Nokulunga can form 120-degree angles which is almost impossible to do by any human but rather snakes.

11. Ethiopian Boy with Sapphire Eyes

Melekamu popularly known as Abushe is an Ethiopian boy with a rare eye color which is a result of a disease called Wardenburg syndrome. At birth, he was presumed to be blind because of the unusual sapphire color of his eyes.

This young Ethiopian boy who was bullied and called different names because of the color of his eyes, has been listed among the 88 people with the most beautiful eyes in the world. He hopes to be a footballer like Lionel Messi.

12. Duckie Thot was Nicknamed Black Barbie Because of her Complexion

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Nyadak Duckie Thot is a South Sudanese-Australian model that is known for her smooth black skin. She was introduced to the modeling industry by her model and YouTube sister, Nikki Perkins. She is famously known for being the face of Fenty Beauty as well as playing the lead role in the Alice in Wonderland-inspired 2018 Pirelli Calendar. She has been given the nickname “Black Barbie”, of which she is very proud.

13. Most Fertile Man

Ismail Ibn Sharif was a Morrocan leader who existed in the 1600s and 1700s. He claimed to have been a direct descendant of the prophet Mohammed, the founder of Islam. He became famous for being a ruthless leader but that is not the main focus for us.

This Morrocan leader has set the world record for fathering the most children ever. Ismail was said to have fathered over a thousand children but according to the Guinness World Records after verifications, was said to have fathered 888 children,  which is more than anyone else in the history of not just Africa, but the world.

14. Nimachi is a white Kid born to a black Nigerian couple

Nimachi is a white baby that was mysteriously born to a black Nigerian couple; Ben and Angela. According to medical experts, there are possibly 3 reasons why Nimachi’s appearance is different from her parents and her siblings. The first is a dormant white gene in one of the parents. The second is a genetic mutation and the third is possible albinism. Meanwhile, Nimachi’s parents have affirmed that they do not have any white ancestry in their backgrounds.

SEE ALSO: 15 Africans Holding The Guinness World Record For Unbelievable Things

15. Angolan Man with the Largest Mouth

Francisco Domingo Joaquim is an Angolan man who made it to the Guinness World Records in 2010 after the size of his mouth drew the attention of the media.

Fransisco’s mouth measures 17cm (6.69 inches) and stretches in all directions. This has earned him the title of the man with the widest mouth, not only in Africa but the world. His mouth can fit in a lot of items including a can of coke. How incredible is that?

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This dangerous tribe is known as the Mursi tribe located on the borders of South Sudan and Kenya. The tribe is thus famous because of their brutal culture and body arts that have been a fundamental part of them since time immemorial.

Who are the Most Dangerous Tribe in Africa?

This Mursi tribe is referred to as the most dangerous tribe in Africa because of how brutal they are when it comes to outsiders. They are quite unwelcoming to people who are not members of their tribe. In fact, even people from neighboring tribes like the Aari tribe are considered to be their enemies.

These people are known to kill anyone who comes close to their village without taking permission. Aside from getting permission from their chief, visitors are also made to pay money in order to be permitted to take pictures and make videos.

The Mursi people are known for their love of fighting even amongst themselves. Most times they fight to kill.

They abide by their mantra ‘It is better to die than to live without killing’.  This further, weirdly, justifies their aggressive nature and the reason they kill unwanted visitors.

Despite their penchant for killing outsiders, Mursi people located in the Omo Valley are pretty welcoming to people who seek their permission, have a local tour guide, and are accompanied by security.

Who Really are the Mursi People and Where Can They be Found?

As already stated, these people are part of the country known as Ethiopia. They however do not live like other people in present-day Africa. This tribe still holds on, dearly, to the ancient ways of living and is deeply rooted in their cultural practices.

They can be found in the Mago National Park of the Omo Valley. This location is said to be the border between the African countries known as South Sudan and Kenya. The people are 1 of the 16 tribes found in Omo Valley. They also make up part of the 80 tribes in Ethiopia.

The Mursi people were about 10,000 as of 2020, however, in 2021, their numbers increased and researchers speculate that they have gotten to about 15,000.

These people speak a language peculiar to them known as Mursi. They also live in isolation and far from civilization. However, they prefer to remain like this and have warded away any form of innovation or aid sent their way.

SEE ALSO: Mandinka Tribe- 10 Interesting Details About This West African ethnic Group

This Dangerous Tribe Live in Small Villages of About 300 People

The Mursi people stay in villages comprising about 200 to 300 people. They name their villages after the person who built them. These people move villages after defeating the tribe that previously inhabited the area and they name the builder their chief and pay homage and utmost respect to him.

They live in thatch houses made of sticks and grasses with very low doors. Their doors are carved very short and for one to enter and exit the house, he or she has to bend or kneel and crawl in and out. The reason for this has been speculated to be for security reasons and also reverence.

In this thatched house, a man and his family sleep together regardless of their number. Most of the men of this tribe live in the bushes and leave the women in the village to cook and take care of the family.

It is also important to note that the Mursi houses are small and do not have compartments or other rooms. It is mainly just a small round room that can house close to 8 people depending on how large the family is.

People of this tribe sometimes ignore government orders and only listen to their chief who they see as their superior head and the solver of their challenges and problems.

Importantly, they do not believe in any religion or gods. Their beliefs are mostly in nature and they abide by the natural turns of events. They consider themselves to be moon people and that is about a belief in something for them.

READ ALSO: Himba Tribe: Truths About This Tribe, Their Traditions And Culture

Culture and Bodily Arts of the Mursi People

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Aside from being infamous for their aggression and unwelcoming nature, the Mursi people are also well known for upholding the olden cultures and traditions of their people and refusing to follow the path of the developing world. They also have a unique art evident in their body modifications,

One of their known cultural practices is their lack of eating fish. They believe that people who eat fish are weak and poor so to show how strong they are, they do not eat fish.

As a result of their lack of interest in fish, these people have market days and their trading is basically in cows. Their trading also involves monetary exchange for goods sold.

An interesting aspect of their love for cows is the fact that they drink the blood and milk of their cows. They also use the horns of the cows to make decorations.

The men of this dangerous tribe are known to live in bushes guarding their cattle while the women and kids remain in the village.

At the age of 15/16, the boys are conscripted into the league of men and can now participate in the activities of the older men of the tribe.

At the same age, the Mursi girls also begin to get their beauty modifications. These modifications are in the form of a disc or plate made of clay or wood which they place in their lips and ears.

When the girl gets to that age, she cuts her lower lip with a knife or arrow or any sharp object and then begins to insert discs of different shapes, sizes, and designs in the opening made in their lips. In the process of doing so, the girls/women lose two of their teeth so that the disc can stay properly in place.

According to this people who still dress in ancient ways and live in a park, the bigger the lip plate, the more valuable a woman is.

On the other hand, the men, in order to show their strength, engage in a fight known as the Donga stick fighting which occurs once every year. The fight is usually very brutal and could lead to many injuries, some lethal, and some may even lead to death.

At the end of the fight, the winner is eligible to pick a woman of his choice to marry and that is how the Mursi people marry and procreate.

The men have marks on their bodies that signify their strength, how many people they have killed, and how many times they have been married. The more scars and spiral art a man’s arm carries, the stronger he is perceived to be.

The People of Mursi Tribe Trades Their Cows for Guns

Known to be nomadic people who deal mostly in cattle-rearing, the people of the Mago Nature Park trade their cows for guns gotten from the countries they border. Mursi people could trade as many as 8-10 cows for guns such as AK-47s gotten from South Sudan. The number of cows exchanged depends on the model of the arm.

Through this trade, they get to protect themselves from foreign attacks and invasion. When engaging in their Donga Stick fighting ritual, they do not use the guns they acquire. They only make use of sticks and are permitted to wield them however they desire.

The exchange of animals for guns is accepted and allowed by this tribe. It is considered legal in their territory and even if it isn’t okay by the government of Ethiopia, they have little or no control over the Mursi Tribe people anyway.

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He has also fathered three children from his previous relationships, including the famous Oluwaseyi Tinubu, Folashade Tinubu, and Kazeem Jide Tinubu, who passed away in 2017.

Meet all of Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Children

Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s kids from previous relationships were born before he married Oluremi

As was previously said, Bola Tinubu’s marriage to Senator Oluremi Tinubu, his present wife, produced some but not all of his children. The first three, Jide, Seyi, and Shade, were born before Tinubu’s marriage to Oluremi in 1987.

1. Kazeem Jide Tinubu

The eldest child of Bola Tinubu, Kazeem, was born on October 12, 1974.

He completed his legal studies at the University of Liverpool in the United Kingdom before moving to London, England, to complete his master’s degree in maritime law at the University of London. He was later called to the bar in 1999.

Kazeem worked in the legal department of Mobil, an organization where his father, Bola Tinubu, had been a director for several years. He also worked for several oil companies, including Cargo Maritime, Paris, France, and Ocean and Oil Services Ltd.

Although the name of his wife has not been revealed, Jide was married and had three kids.

Unfortunately, he died on October 31, 2017. His death was caused by cardiac arrest. Left to mourn him were his wife, three sons, and his family and friends.

2. Folashade Tinubu-Ojo

Folashde is the second oldest of all Tinubu’s children, and she was born on June 17, 1976. This means she is currently 48 years old.

She received her degree in economics from the Federal College of Education in Oyo State, Nigeria. She also earned a business administration degree from Middlesex University.

Shade previously married House of Representatives Member, Hon. Oyetubde Ojo, who represented Ekiti State. However, it’s reported that the pair’s marriage has been marred by several glitches, including extramarital affairs. At the moment, Shade and her husband are separated.

In the meantime, the Oba of Lagos crowned Shade Iyaloja (mother of the market) in 2013. But following her coronation, a number of disagreements and protests broke out, dividing both men and women in the market. The reason for the chaos was that her grandmother was the last Iyaloja; therefore, it seemed like her emergence was becoming a family succession. Additionally, she imposed heavy fines on traders, and this caused an outcry that was later settled by her father.

SEE ALSO: Cyril Ramaphosa Children: Meet All The Kids Of S.A President 

3. Oluwaseyi Tinubu

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Seyi Tinubu is Peherpas, the most famous of all Bola Tinubu’s children. He was born on October 13, 1985, and he is 38 years old. Seyi is the product of his father’s relationship with Bunmi Oshonike. His mother was a former air hostess and a prophetess with the Celestial Church of Christ.

Seyi spent most of his early life in the United States and the United Kingdom. He completed his early schooling at St. Saviour’s School in Lagos State before moving to Milton Abbey School in England, where he earned his A-Levels.

Seyi later moved to Lincoln University and obtained a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in 2005. He also bagged a Bachelor of Laws (LLB) in 2010 before moving to the Nigerian Law School in 2011. He was later called to the bar in 2013.

After he was called to the bar, Seyi again returned to the University of Buckingham and bagged a Master’s Degree in corporate and commercial law.

He is currently the CEO/Chairman, of Loatsad Promomedia and also the co-founder of the Noella Foundation.

Meanwhile, Seyi is listed as one of the most sought-after media practitioners in Nigeria, and his advertising firm (Loatsan Promomeida) has completed several advertising transactions that run into billions.

He got married in 2016 to the love of his life, Layal Holm Chinwe, and the pair’s union is blessed with two kids named Tinubu Bolatito Ayyan Jidenna and a daughter named Noella.

Tinubu’s kids with Oluremi

1. Zainab Abisola Tinubu

It is well known that Zainab Abisola Tinubu is the first child of President Tinubu and his wife, Senator Oluremi Tinubu. However, details about her life have not been made public.

2. Habibat Tinubu 

Habibat is mostly known as the youngest of Bola Tinubu’s daughters. Details about her early life are also in the shadows. However, it is known that she studied in Boston, Massachusetts. Also, she attended Berklee College of Music and graduated on May 11, 2013.

3. Olayinka Tinubu

Olayinka is the last child of Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu. Just like his older sisters, not much is known about Olayinka. Many celebrities love to keep the profile of their children under the shadows, especially when they are young, and Olayinka’s parents appear to be good at that.

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Akhenaten tried to force his people to worship only one god, the sun disk Aten, while destroying the temples and statues of the other gods of ancient Egypt. He ignored the traditions and customs of his ancestors, angering the priests and the people who loved their old gods. He was a tyrant who wanted to change the whole culture and history of Egypt with his new religion.

Who Is Pharoah Akhenaten Amenhotep IV?

Akhenaten Amenhotep IV is said to be the most evil pharaoh in Egyptian history. Before we discuss why, let’s take a look at who he was and how he became pharaoh.

Akhenaten was born Amenhotep IV, the son of Pharaoh Amenhotep III and his wife, Tiye. Amenhotep IV was the younger son of the pharaoh. He had an older brother, Thutmose, who was declared heir to the throne of Egypt. Some sources report that he had four sisters, while others report that he had five.

Pharaoh Akhenaten Amenhotep IV’s older brother and heir to the Egyptian throne died before he could ascend the throne. This made Amenhotep the new heir. He ascended the throne after the death of his father and is said to have ruled Egypt between 1353 and 1336 BCE.

The emperor was married to Queen Nefertiti, who was his “Great Royal Wife.” He also had many other wives, including Kiya, his secondary wife, and had about 9-10 children.

See Also: 10 Interesting Facts About Egypt

Why is He Considered the Most Evil Pharoah Ever?

Akhenaten Amenhotep IV is referred to as the most evil pharaoh in Egypt not because he killed thousands or fought many wars, but because of his radical religious policies. Akhenaten tried to destroy the polytheistic faith and transform Egypt into a monotheistic kingdom.

At the beginning of his reign, Akhenaten followed the existing traditions of Egypt. But soon after, he began to implement his newfound ideologies in the kingdom, such as imposing the worship of one god, Aten, who was represented as a sun disk, throughout Egypt. Akhenaten is also credited with being the world’s first monotheist.

Akhenaten tried to obliterate the names and images of the other Egyptian gods. He even went as far as dispatching agents to erase the names and images of certain gods from existing texts and monuments.

Although some scholars think that Akhenaten’s religious reforms were premeditated, others claim that they were not, because Akhenaten is known to have worshipped some of the Egyptian gods, such as Atum, Osiris, Anubis, and Nekhbet, after he became king.

After imposing the worship of Aten, Akhenaten made sacrifices only to his deity rather than all the other gods and goddesses of Egypt, as was customary. He also changed the royal protocol of the kingdom to show his devotion to Aten.

To further show his commitment, Akhenaten moved the capital city of the kingdom from Thebes to a new town he created just for Aten. He named it Akhetaten, which means “Horizon of Aten.” He claimed that this was the place where Aten manifested himself for the first time and chose the site for the king alone.

Akhenaten also changed his name from Amenhotep to Akhenaten, which can be translated to “effective spirit of Aten” or “serviceable to Aten.” He became more concerned about his new religion than the progress of the kingdom, which caused the kingdom to be unprotected and susceptible to attacks from its enemies. The power of Egypt began to wane during his reign.

In addition to his religious policies, Akhenaten overhauled the royal artistic style of Egypt and implemented a form of architecture that revolved around the concepts of Atenism.

Akhenaten Amenhotep IV ruled Egypt for a total of about 17 years before his death. The circumstances surrounding his death are unclear, as is the location of his remains. The period of his reign was referred to as the Amarna period. Upon his death, he was succeeded by his wife, Nefertiti.

Some might argue that this African king was not the worst king that ever ruled the kingdom of Egypt, while others might argue that taking away a person’s freedom of worship is the worst thing that can happen to anyone, which is exactly what Amenhotep IV did.

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In this article, we have carefully selected 7 tribes out of the over 3000 tribes in Africa whose heights are just beyond average.

Here are the 7 Tallest Tribes in Africa

7. Somali Tribe 

At an average height of 5 feet 9 inches, the Somali Tribe of Somalia is considered one of the tallest tribes in Africa. Aside from their protein-rich food and hot climate which has been linked to their heights, they also possess a significant amount of Nilotic in their genes.

From several studies, the Somalis are said to be the indigenous inhabitants of the Horn of Africa and their roots can be traced back to 7000 years ago. With a population of around 20 million people, this tribe is also one of the largest tribes in Africa and can be found in other countries such as Somalia, Djibouti, Ethiopia, and Kenya.

6. Anuak Tribe

This tribe stands at an average height of 5 feet 10 inches which can be traced to their roots. They are known to be of Luo Nilotic ethnic group which is the third tallest ethnic group in Africa and also one of the first of the Nilotic groups with a large population of Christians.

The Anuak Tribe occupies southwest Ethiopia and areas of southeast Sudan. Before, they were found on the land near the Pibor and Sobat rivers south of Gambela while some of them lived near the Adura and Mokwau rivers to the north until they were forced to leave by other tribes.

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5. Tutsi Tribe

The Tutsi tribe according to so many reviews are considered the tallest people in Africa and have even dragged this title with the Dinkas albeit, this isn’t correct. From our findings, they stand at an average height of 5 feet 11 inches which is a few inches less than the Dinkas as you would find. Nonetheless, the Tutsi have individuals who have grown up to 7 feet and even more.

Their heights have also been traced to their protein-rich diet and calcium but importantly, their genetic makeup shares in this fact, The Tutsi are said to be descendants of the Nilotic origin of the Nile river.

In recent times, the Bantu-speaking tribe can be found in countries like Rwanda and Burundi, a lower percentage can also be found in border areas of the country.

4. The Wolof Tribe

This tribe is the largest ethnic group in northwestern Senegal and has spread throughout The Gambia and southwestern coastal Mauritania. While most of the tall African tribes have a slender body makeover, the Wolof surprisingly are of healthy weight and possess a well-groomed physique that has been described as regal-looking.

On average, this tribe is listed at 6 feet tall which is in the same category as the Nuer Tribe. They also possess very dark skin which has brought the hypothesis they may also have Nilotic genes similar to the Nuer and Dinka tribe

3. The Nuer Tribe 

The Greater Upper Nile Region of South Sudan is where people of this tribe can be found. They are the second most populated ethnic group in South Sudan as they make up 16% of the entire population.

Aside from their similar cultural practices with the Dinka, they are known to be very tall as well. An average Nuer person stands at 6 feet. One would easily link this height to their vital protein diet which is mainly meat and milk since over 60% of the population are farmers and cattle herders.

2. Maasai Tribe 

With a combination of diets such as cow blood, raw milk, and meat, it’s not hard to see why this ethnic group is one of the tallest on earth. An average Maasai man stands at an average height of 6 feet 2 inches which is over 5 feet taller than most Africans.

Their favorite jump dancing ritual called “Adamu” also makes them look taller. For the most part, the higher they jump, the more attractive they become to their future brides.

This East African semi-nomadic tribe lives in the southern part of Kenya and the northern part of Tanzania. However, they have long spread across urban areas and can be found

1. Dinka Tribe 

In terms of height, the Dinka tribe obviously has no competitor in Africa at least for now. They stand at 6 feet 3 inches on average and some of them are even above 7 feet.

One example is Manute Bol, a former NBA player who was known to be the tallest in NBA history at an impressive height of 7 feet 7 inches with his son, also a basketball player, Bol Bol, standing at a height of 7 feet 2 inches.

From a number of research, the height of his people can be linked to their diet which is mostly milk and organic food. There are theories that suggest the Dinka tribe would grow even taller if given a better environment and food.

Aside from being the tallest tribe, they are considered one of the largest ethnic groups in South Sudan and are mostly found in the savanna country surrounding the central swamps of the Nile basin in South Sudan having a population of around 4.5 million.

While the Dinkas have been given names such as the land of Giant and the basketball tribe, it would interest you to know that they refer to themselves as Moinjaang which means “People of the People”.

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Here are 15 individuals who have etched their names into the prestigious world records thanks to their undeniable talent, resilience and determination. However, for others it was an accidental achievement driven by sheer chance or circumstance.

1. The Survivor of Most Bee Stings – Johannes Relleke 

From research, an average human can survive at least 10 stings per pound of the body which means that 500 stings can kill a child and at least 1200 stings can claim the life of an adult. Well, this research may just need some revision as Zimbabwean Johannes Relleke survived 2443 stings on January 28, 1962, giving him a spot on the Guinness World Record.

It’s on record that Johannes was attacked by bees while at a tin mine in Gwalli River. During his treatment, a total of 2443 bee stings were counted.

2. Longest Cooking Marathon- Hilda Baci

What is the longest you have spent in the kitchen? probably 5- 12 hours? or at most 24 hours? Well, the Nigerian Chef Hilda Effiong Bassey Popularly known as Hilda Baci has a spot on the Guinness World Record for cooking over 100 pots of food for 93 hours 11 minutes nonstop during her four-day kitchen stint at the Amore Gardens in Lagos, Nigeria in 2023.

The previous record was held by the Indian chef Lata Tondon who cooked for 87 hours 45 minutes in 2019.

3. The Oldest Man to Swim Across the English Channel – Otto Thaning

In many quarters, the South African cardiologist Otto Thaning is recognized as the first surgeon to perform a successful human-to-human heart transplant. Nonetheless, he also holds a Guinness World record as the oldest man to swim across the English Channel.

The 73-year-old at that time took off from Shakespeare Beach in Dover, England to Wissant Bay in Calais, France within a recorded time of 12 hours and 52 minutes which earned him the spot on the Guinness world record. He once revealed that his passion for swimming has lived with him for many years and it has brought him to the light of his profession.

Water Open Swimming Association listed Dr. Niels Otto Thaning as one of the 50 Most Adventurous Open Water Men in 2005.

4. The Man Who Fathered the Most Children – Moulay Ismail ibn Sharif

Most African families are known for their extensively large families however, none has been able to match up to the family of Moulay Ismail ibn Sharif, the last Sharifian Emperor of Morocco, who had a total of 888 children between 1672 and 1727.

His large family earned him a space on the Guinness world record as the man who fathered more children in history than anyone.

The closest any African has recorded is a total of 210 children which were fathered by King Sobhuza II of Swaziland thanks to his marriage to 70 wives.

5. Longest Freestyle Rap – Chidera Anemege

When it comes to freestyle rapping, then it’s a totally different game. While group rappers may sustain the flow for hours, it may be unlikely for individual freestyle rappers to go on for hours.

Well, this may not be entirely true as Nigerian Hip-hop rapper Chidera Anemege based in the US got his name in the Guinness World Record in 2011 after rapping for 9 hours nonstop at the Music Awards which was held in Las Vegas in the United States of America.

6. Making the Most Cups of Tea in an Hour – Ingar Valentyn 

It should take at least 2 minutes to make a cup of tea and at least 2 hours to make 100 cups of tea. Albeit, the South African woman known as Ingar Valentyn made 249 cups of red herbal tea also known as rooibos tea within 1 hour.

Her speed and logic earned her a spot on the Guinness World Record for making the most cups of tea in an hour.

7. Largest Coffee Grounds Mosaic – BrainFarm (PTY) Ltd and Percy Maimela

South African artists BrainFarm (PTY) Ltd and Percy Maimela got their names written on the Guinness World Records in September 2019 for their creativity and passion. The duo successfully completed a 5 x 5-meter canvas of a South African DJ Black Coffee using coffee for its coverage.

8. Most Children Delivered at a Single Birth to Survive – Halima Cisse 

Multiple children have been delivered to couples a number of times however, not so many of them survive after a few hours and the cause of this has been linked to different reasons. Nonetheless, the Mali mother and wife Halima Cisse broke the Guinness world record after delivering nonuplets who all survived.

The children were born on the 4th of May 2022 and are reportedly all healthy as revealed by their father Abdelkader.

This record was previously held by Nadya Suleman also known as the Octomom who successfully delivered eight kids in 2009.

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9. Greatest Display of Origami Butterflies – Juanne-Pierre 

With a total of 29416 Origami butterflies, Juanne-Pierre made a colorful display of finely crafted butterflies and earned a space on Guinness records.

The South African made this display on December 5, 2019. We garnered that he used 8 hours to fold the origami paper alongside a team of 5.

10. Athletic Record of Tuedon Morgan 

The Nigerian-American marathon runner Tuedon Morgan holds two Guinness world records thanks to her active participation in sports. She holds the record for the fastest time for a woman to run a half marathon on each continent which lasted for 10 days, 23 hours, and 37 minutes, and also the fastest time for a woman to run a half marathon on each continent and the North Pole which lasted for 62 days, 12 hours, 58 minutes and 49 seconds.

11. The  Oldest Person to Begin Primary School – Kimani Nga’ang’a Maruge

It is generally considered that children between the ages of 10-15 should have completed primary school and proceeded to higher grades. However, this age rule became non-existent for Kimani Nga’ang’a Maruge who started primary school at the age of 84.

Call it passion, call it chance, call it determination. The Kenyan man became a student of Kapkenduiywo primary school on January 12, 2004, and the following year, he was made the school’s head boy. Big thanks to the free education policy established by the Kenyan Government in 2003.

In September 2005, Kimani spoke on the importance of free primary school and secondary school education at the United Nations World’s Summit in New York and revealed that his actions were prompted by the Kenyan government’s free education policy.

12. Longest Dance Party – Kafayat Oluwatoyin 

Nigerian dancer and choreographer Kafayat Oluwatoyin popularly known as Kaffy set another world record in 2006 after dancing for 52 hours and 3 minutes non-stop at the Nokia Silva Bird Danceathon. To be more precise she holds the Guinness World record for the longest dance party.

13. Longest Dance Marathon – Odumewu Deborah Sunmishola 

Not to be confused with the longest dance party, Odumewu Deborah Sunmishola wildly known as Pinky Debbie holds the Guinness World Record for the longest dance marathon after dancing for 150 hours; a record previously held by an Indian woman who danced for 123 hours 15 minutes.

14. Highest Number of Bridesmaids

In Africa, weddings are almost incomplete without the bridesmaids or bridal train usually comprised of at least 7 to 15 beautiful friends of the bride. Well, the Nigerian bride Sandra Ikeji sister of Linda Ikeja gained a spot on the Guinness world record after gracing her wedding with over 200 bridesmaids.

15. The Farthest Distance Walk – Harrison Chinedu

Many people have broken records for walking several kilometers however not so many do that with a ball on their head. So yes, the Nigerian football player Harrison Chinedu entered the Guinness world record after walking a total distance of 48.4 km within the space of 6 hours and 15 minutes, and yes with a ball on his head in 2016.

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In recent times, however, kings can also brag about having private wealth gotten from individual stakes, properties, and investments.

Let us look at some of the top richest African kings in the world today, how they got the title, and how high their net worth is.

Here are the 10 Richest African Kings

1. King Mohammed VI of Morocco

This African King was born on August 21, 1963, and ascended the throne at the age of 36, in 1999 after the death of his father, Hassan II of Morocco. Mohammed VI has remained on the monarchial throne to date.

King Mohammed VI has an estimated net worth of about $2.6 billion and his source of wealth is known to be through investments. He is the top banker and businessman in the country and has investments even in agriculture.

In addition to being the richest King in Africa as of 2022, Mohammed is well-educated and has a degree in Political Science, a DEA in Public Law, and also a Ph.D. in Law.

He controls Al Mada formerly known as the SNI (Societe Nationale d’Investissemen). This private company has stakes in different ventures and is said to be valued at over $10 billion. This king owns a great amount of the world’s phosphate reserves and so many other investments.

The palace of King Mohammed VI of Morocco has an operating budget of about $960,000. This budget is paid by the state government of Morocco and covers for expenses such as personnel, clothing, and repairs.

2. Oba Fredrick Obateru Akinruntan of Ugbo Land, Nigeria

Closely following King Mohammed VI is Oba Fredrick of Ugbo Land, Ondo, Nigeria. He was born in 1950 and became king in 2009 after winning a lawsuit against his royal family by another royal family.

This king, worth over $300 million, is popularly described as an oil magnate. Oba Fredrick is the owner and founder of Obat Oil which occupies one of the top spots of privately owned oil companies in Nigeria.

The company was established in 1981 and as of 2022, brags over 50 gas stations across Nigeria. In addition to this, he owns one of the largest tank farms in Africa which is able to hold 65 million liters of petroleum products.

Oba Fredrick also owns properties in London and Nigeria in form of real estate. Some of these include the Febson Hotels and the Mall of Abuja. He was the first black person to buy the 2014 model Bentley car. He has a custom-built 2012 Rolls Royce car and a watch he bragged cost $1 million.

3. King Mswati III of Swaziland

King Mswati III of Swaziland began to rule Eswatini in April 1986 and has remained on the throne to date. He has a net worth of $200 million and has gained a lot from government funds.

In 2004, rumor had it that the king demanded that the government use about $15 million to redecorate 3 major palaces and build other palaces for his 11 wives.

A decade later, in 2014, a sum of $61 million was allocated to the King’s annual household budget. He owned a $500,000 DaimlerChrysler Maybach 62 and this purchase caused a media uproar which resulted in him banning the photographing of his cars.

He has however been in the news for more controversies than for good. His people have, a couple of times, protested the royal family’s reckless spending. While the King, his wives, and concubines live extravagant lives, the people he rules over live in almost abject poverty and starvation.

4. Sultan Sa’adu Abubakar III of Sokoto, Nigeria

He is the 20th Sultan of Sokoto, a state found in the Northern part of Nigeria. Born on August 24, 1956, he became the Sultan at the age of 50, in 2006. He took over the throne after the death of his brother, Muhammed Maccido who died on ADC Airlines Flight 53.

Sultan Sa’adu is placed in the third position of the richest African king because he has a net worth of about $100 million.

He was once in the military and even rose to the rank of Second Lieutenant in 1977. He also served as the commander of his own Armored Corps that was responsible for protecting former Nigerian Head of State, General Ibrahim Babangida.

This reigning monarch is the religious leader of the Muslims located in Nigeria. His affluence and respect can be dated back to his father, Siddiq Abu Bakar Dan Usman who was the 17th Sultan and held the position for over 50 years.

5. Otumfuo Osei Tutu II of Ashanti, Ghana

King Otumfuo Osei Tutu II is the 16th King of the Ashanti Kingdom located in Ghana. Born in May 1950, King Otumfuo ascended the throne at the age of 49, in 1999.

He studied in the United Kingdom and worked for a short while in private and public organizations in the UK and Canada. Upon leaving his job, he returned to start up his own company in Ghana.

In 1989, King Otumfuo Osei started Transpomech Ghana which provides mining equipment to industrial companies in the country. He also owns real estate in Ghana and South Africa and is the custodian of a collection of valuable gold crown jewels.

6. Oba Adeyeye Ogunwusi Enitan, Nigeria

Oba Adeyeye is a known associate accounting technician, a member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria, and a certified member of the Institute of Directors. He is also a member of the Global Real Estate Institute with a net worth of $70 million.

He is the 51st Ooni (traditional ruler) of Ife who ascended the throne in 2015 at the age of 41, after receiving his staff of office.

Oba Adeyeye is known to be a transformer as he redesigned, restructured, and beautified the ancient city of Ile-Ife. He is also an advocate for the empowerment and emancipation of women and the youth.

As a businessman, he has worked with multinational groups such as Dohagro Allied, Global Apex, Olam, Clemco, Stallion Group, and Milan Group. He also ventured into real estate and launched Essential Homes in 2014. This venture was aimed at providing luxurious homes to low-income earners.

Oba Adeyeye personally enjoys his about $70 million wealth in his mansion, the ‘White House’ which is the name given to his palace and he also drives an array of cars consisting of a Rolls Royce, Bentley, and Mercedes.

7. Oba Ewuare II Ogidigan of Benin, Nigeria

This prestigious king of the Benin Kingdom began his reign as king in 2016 after the death of his father Oba Erediauwa. He is the 40th Oba and is undoubtedly one of the wealthiest living monarchs.

Oba Ewuare II is well-educated, lived in London for a while, and was reportedly a diplomat who held notable positions there.

Worth about $60 million, Oba Ewuare II lives in a mansion located in the heart of Benin. He rides in a Rolls Royce and is the custodian of some returned artifacts stolen by the British people in the 19th century.

Oba Ewuare II is considered to be very wealthy because those returned artifacts are worth quite a fortune and his people are also very capable of generating wealth.

8. Obi Nnaemeka Alfred Ugochukwu Achebe of Onitsha, Nigeria

Obi Nnaemeka Alfred Ugochukwu Achebe was the former Chancellor of Kogi State University and the current Chancellor of Ahmadu Bello University. He has a net worth of $50 million and is well known for various contributions to the educational, petroleum, socio-economic, and political sectors of Nigeria.

He was born on May 14, 1941, and emerged as the Obi of Onitsha at the age of 61, in 2002. His position, unlike the aforementioned above, is not that of coronation but of emergence.

He is the 21st Obi of Onitsha land, located in Anambra State, Nigeria but before his emergence, served as a director in various companies of the Royal Dutch Shell Group.

He had affiliations with Shell Petroleum Company upon his return from the United States in 1972.

Obi Nnaemeka is the current chairman of the board of directors of Unilever Nigeria. He also currently holds the position of the National Traditional Rulers Council and is the state Chairman in his home state of Anambra.

Over the years, Obi Nnaemeka has served in various capacities, representing his country in bilateral, multilateral, and diplomatic relations.

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9. Oba Rilwa Akiolu of Lagos, Nigeria

He is the 21st Oba of Lagos after he was crowned the Oba on August 9, 2003. He ascended the throne at the age of 60 as he was born on October 29, 1943, and has since ruled as the traditional head of Lagos.

Oba Rilwa is said to be worth $40 million in net worth. He had previously served in the Nigerian Police Force for 32 years before he became an Oba. He is a fellow of the Nigerian Law School after graduating with a Bachelor of Law degree from the University of Lagos. The Oba is also a member of the Nigerian Institute of Management and has contributed immensely to the growth of Lagos State and the progress of the state’s indigenes.

10. Togbe Afede XIV of Asogli State, Ghana

Togbe Afede XIV from Ghana was born James Akpo on April 23, 1957. He was crowned king on October 2003 and can boast of having a net worth of $30 million.

The Agbogbmefgia of the Asogli State has a degree from the University of Ghana in Business Administration and also earned an MBA from Yale School of Management.

As a great investor, he is the current executive chairman of the World Trade Centre, Accra, he serves as a member of the board of several companies.

Togbe Afede is the majority shareholder of Accra Hearts of Oak FC, he co-founded Africa World Airlines Ltd, Sunon Asogli Power Ghana Ltd, and Databank Finacial Services. Additionally, the Agbogbemefgia established Strategic Initiatives Ltd – a private equity investment company.

Mansa Musa has Remained the Richest King in African History

Mansa Musa holds the position of the richest African king to ever live. Interestingly, this reputation is not limited to just Africa but even the world at large despite reigning long ago in the 14th century.

This king of the then Mali Empire who lived from 1280-1337 became the ruler of the empire in 1312. He has a wealth that is yet to be estimated or described.

Mansa Musa made his wealth through many activities and had multiple streams of income. Under his rule, Mali experienced prosperity and blossomed greatly even when talking about territorial conquests.

The Mali Kingdom under Mansa stretched from the Atlantic Ocean all the way to what is now known as Niger and bragged of a landscape covering about 2,000 miles.

Under his reign as King, Musa was in control of great resources such as salt and gold. His rule accounts for almost half of the world’s gold and it all belonged to the king. Elephant Ivory was another source of the Mali Empire’s wealth but not as notable as the gold and salt sector, particularly gold.

Mansa Musa was also described as a generous person who was wont to gift people gold worth a lot of money. His generosity in gold reduced its value in Cairo after the king paid a 3-months visit there and gave out a lot of gold to people. This act reportedly made the value of gold crash for about 10 years after Musa left.

Mansa Musa’s throne was built with gold, he was adorned in gold and he paid visitors, entertainers, and everybody with gold. His wealth knew no bounds and even though he was very charitable, he still never went broke.

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Among these great leaders are the likes of Nelson Mandela and Thomas Sankara whose legacy will continue to be a living part of History for many years to come.

Greatest African Presidents of All Time

1. Nelson Mandela

He was born Rolihlahla, a name that means troublemaker, and he lived to trouble the apartheid regime in South Africa for a greater part of his life. Nelson Mandela became the first black president of South Africa after many decades of fighting against apartheid, a system that segregated black South Africans who were the majority while giving power to white minorities.

Mandela fought against this unjust system which led to his imprisonment for 27 years. After his release in 1990, he and the then president F.W. de Klerk started the negotiations to end apartheid and a peaceful transition to a multiracial democracy. The Iconic leader won the Nobel peace prize in 1993 placing him on the level of other great world leaders.

His achievement would have remained less known if the relentless nation-builder had not changed the history of the country when he won the election through the ANC and came into office on May 10, 1994.

Through the sacrifice of his freedom for close to three decades, Mandela who is fondly called by his clan name, Madiba became an icon of hope and unity. His book A Long Walk to Freedom is void of any malice against his oppressors. As part of his lasting legacy, his birthday, July 18 is celebrated as Mandela day across the world.

2. Kwame Nkrumah

He is known as the father of African independence. The former Ghanaian leader led the independence struggle in his country and also supported the struggle in other African countries. He adopted African socialism to set Ghana on the path of self-governance.

Nkrumah came to power in 1952 as prime minister and became president in 1960.  The president of the newly independent country was instrumental in founding the Organisation of African Union, the predecessor of the present African Union. Like other great leaders on the continent, Nkrumah wanted African countries to be united as well as gain independence from the former colonial powers. He wrote 14 books on ideology to guide the new African nation of Ghana.

His influence was felt beyond the boundaries of his native Ghana. In fact, he is regarded as the father of African nationalism due to his role. He held the position of the chairperson of the then-OAU.

Despite his visions for Ghana and Africa, Nkrumah’s life was constantly in danger leading to five assassination attempts on his life.

3. Jomo Kenyatta

Telling the History of the modern nation of Kenya would not be complete without mentioning one of the country’s most iconic leaders, Jomo Kenyatta. He was at the forefront of fighting for the independence of the former British East which later became Kenya.

He was imprisoned for nine years before he secured the freedom to become the prime minister. In 1964, he became president after which he ruled for 14 years. Throughout his stay in office, he was a strong supporter of unity among different races and economic growth in Kenya.

4. Kenneth Kaounda

Also known as the father of the nation, Kenneth Kaunda led the struggle for the independence of northern Rhodesia now known as Zambia. When the country gained independence, he invested in the educational sector. Through his leadership and appeal to Zambians, many contributed to the building of the University of Zambia.

He remained in power till 1991 when he lost the election to Frederick Chiluba. Kaunda remained an active politician till 1998 when he retired. His death in 2001 received the attention of many even outside Zambia. No wonder many nations aside from Zambia declared many days of national mourning.

5. Julius Nyerere

Like many great post-independence presidents on the continent, Nyerere was at the forefront of the struggle for independence in his homeland, Tanzania. He pressured Britain to grant independence to the Island of Zanzibar and Tanganyika, a move that led to the birth of the present East African country of Tanzania.

After the British granted independence to Tanzania in 1961, he served as the country’s first president till 1985. He introduced the Ujamaa system which promotes community value.

6. Patrice Lumumba

He fought for the liberation of African countries from colonial rule and promoted pan-Africanism. Like Mandela, Lumumba made many sacrifices for his country but he did not live long to see the Congo that he envisioned.

He was not a president but a prime minister and due to his iconic role, his name continues to make it to the list of other great African leaders of all time. He assumed office as the first PM of the newly independent country at the height of the Congo crisis that threatened its existence.

Due to his radical stance against foreign control and the tensions within the country, Lumumba was later captured and executed. Years after his death, reports surfaced to show that he was shot, buried in a shallow grave, dug out, and set ablaze.

In 2022, a golden tooth which is the only remains of Lumumba was returned to DRC from Belgium more than 6 decades later.

7. Samora Machel

He was the first president of Mozambique and served from 1975 to 1986. Samora Machel led Mozambique to independence from Portugal, this and many other leadership attributes made him the father of the nation.

Throughout his stay in office, the country was in a civil war that undermined his leadership. Nonetheless, he pushed for its development. He was also instrumental in the freedom struggle in countries like South Africa, Zambia, and Zimbabwe. It is not surprising that after he died in a plane crash in 1986, he is still honored in street names, hospitals, schools, and bridges across different countries in the world.

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8. Alpha Oumar Konare

The former Malian president served two consecutive five-year terms in office between 1992 and 2002. During his tenure, he joined the ranks of other iconic leaders through his contributions to Mali and Africa. The Historian-turned-politician invested in tourism and sports.

He worked for integration and peace in Mali and the region and even occupied the office of AU chairperson. As it is, he pursued his vision for peace when he handed over power without any issues at the end of his second term. With Mali being prone to political tensions, this made him one of the only Malian presidents to leave peacefully.

9. Leopold Sedar Senghor

He is the first president of Senegal. Senghor was a strong supporter of black consciousness, which led to his promotion of the ideology known as negritude. His poetry conveys this strong sense of being black and celebrating its pride.

Senghor promoted African socialism that was in line with the reality of Africans, especially Senegalese people. He spoke out against the unfavorable treatment of Africans.

10. Olusegun Obasanjo

He came to power as an elected president in 1999. At the time he assumed office, the country was just returning to democratic rule after many years of military rule and the fearsome dictatorship of General Sani Abacha.

Prior, he once served as a military head of state but after winning the elections, Obasanjo was invested in a new country under civilian rule. Thus, he set in motion the country on the path of growth in the 21st century.

Aside from pushing for a smooth transition to civilian rule, he also had the vision to reduce poverty and corruption as well promoting education. He introduced the modern telecommunications system in the country as well as made changes in the power sectors.

11. Ellen Johnson Sirleaf

She is one of the recent among Africa’s greatest presidents. At the time she assumed office in 2006, Liberia was just coming out of a civil war that took a toll on the country. Sirleaf also inherited a country that was divided by ethnic tensions and corruption. Not minding, she took the reign of power, an area that was previously a niche for men to become Africa’s first female president.

Her name is still echoed in the annals of History due to her contributions. The former Liberian president formed a truth and reconciliation committee to look into corruption as well as address the ethnic tensions that led to war.

Economically, Sirleaf directed about $16 billion worth of Foreign Direct Investment to boost the country. By the time she left office after two terms, she had also helped to reduce the debt profile to the tune of $4.6 billion through negotiation. Her efforts towards building a peaceful Liberia did not go unnoticed-it earned her a Nobel peace prize in 2011. Moreso,  at the regional level, she also became the chairperson of the ECOWAS in 2012.

12. Paul Kagame

He is one of the visionary leaders in Africa who became president of the war-torn east African country of Rwanda. The former military leader led the Rwandan Patriot Front to end the genocide of the minority Tutsi in the country. After assuming office in 2000, the controversial president who led the first and second Congo wars in order to secure Rwanda took the path of building a post-war Rwanda.

Though he was born to a Tutsi family that fled to Uganda, he has continued to pursue a  relentless nation-building policy that has affected the health, educational and economic sectors.

Also, Kagame is a pioneer for women’s rights, a situation that has led to many females in the Rwandan parliament. The economic strategist has made Rwanda an innovative hub, especially for startups.

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Here is everything you were never told about Lloyd Avery II’s brother.

Early Life And Family Background Of Ché Avery

Ché Avery was born on October 7, 1971, in Los Angeles, California to Lloyd Avery Sr. and Linda Avery. His father was a plumber, electrician, and carpenter, while his mother used to be a stay-at-home wife until she secured a job at a local bank as a senior accounting clerk.

Ché was the third of his parents’ five children. His older brother, Lloyd Avery II was an actor known for his role in two of John Singleton’s movies, Boy n the Hood (1991) and Poetic Justice (1993). However, his big brother’s life was cut short in 2005 while serving a life sentence for a double homicide.

Moving on, Avery attended Beverly Hills High School, Beverly Hills and was an excellent student. He graduated with a GPA of 3.6 and was offered admission by two Ivy League schools; the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) and the University of California, Berkeley (UC), but he declined, and enrolled at Los Angeles Trade Tech, his father’s alma mater.

This decision and the path he treaded after high school would later see him committing to crime and subsequently spending time in federal prison.

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Checkout These Mesmerizing Facts About Lloyd Avery II’s Younger Brother, Ché Avery

 1. Che Joined A Group Of Friends Known As The “Scandals” When He Was 15

While growing up, Lloyd’s younger brother was described by his father as “willing and cooperative, good at anything he tried”. However, he joined a group of about 20 friends in his neighborhood who called themselves the “Scandals”, they only attend parties and ballgames or hang around theaters and burger stands.

Despite the meaning of the name, the group was never involved in any crime, except getting drunk a few times at night. So, he wasn’t doing anything that his parents wouldn’t like, according to him.

But his life began to change when he was enrolled at Beverly Hills High School. He became fascinated by fashion trends that were a symbol of gang life, and his parents didn’t frown at it. That made him popular in school, the girls began to take an interest in him, and party invites started coming.

By the time Che was about to graduate, he has already given in to peer pressures around him.

2. He Founded The Don’t Give A F**ks (DGFs) Crew

As indicated, Ché Avery was an intelligent student in high school. But his good grades were wasted when he declined to further at the university level and chose to attend the tech school where his father graduated from.

It was during this period that Che founded a new clique known as “DGFs”, which stands for the Don’t Give A F**ks. He claimed the crew wasn’t involved in drug peddling or gunslinging, but they have a few guns and also stole. However, they were more interested in partying and chasing girls.

As time went by, he began to admire some group of guys from Rollin’ Sixty’s Crips. He wanted to be part of them, and indeed he became one of them.

3. He Lost Three Friends To Gang Violence In Less Than A Year

Between the mid-1990 and early 1991, Avery lost three friends; Jason Jones, Terrance Ferris, and Earl (Little Looney) Williams to gang violence. In July 1990, 14-year-old Jason was shot at a gas station by a Campton-based rival gsng and a month later, his best friend Terrance,18, was killed in a parked car. Similarly, he lost Little Looney (27) who was shot and killed in what was supposed to be a fistfight with a rival gang in early 1991.

Having lost three friends through gang violence, Avery became upset with the Rollin 60s for failing to take action and blamed the police for failing to investigate and bring the killers to justice. So, he turned his frustrations into a life of crime. He started carrying a and began to steal.

Some of the things he stole included jewelry, jackets, and paychecks.

4. The Los Angeles Native Was Arrested Shortly Before His 20th Birthday

Some few months before Che’s 20th birthday, he was arrested in March 1991 after a robbery operation. Similarly, he was connected to two earlier robberies.

Avery spent seven months in jail before he stood trial, and pleaded guilty to all nine felony charges of armed robbery. During the trial, he surprised everyone including his lawyer by accepting his wrongs and denouncing gang life.

He went on to spend more than four years in Californian prisons, including Chino, Richard J. Donovan, and Jamestown.

5. Lloyd Avery II’s Brother Was Released From Prison Few Months Before His 25th Birthday

In March 1996, Avery was released from prison. He came out a changed man after learning a couple of skills in carpentry and building friendships with former rival gang members. Furthermore, he promised to make the most of his life by going back to school and launching a business.

After three years, his life changed as he had promised earlier. He had a son whom he named Lloyd after his late older brother and also won $2,500 worth of tools from a Trade Tech scholarship.

In 2008, he relocated to Augusta, Georgia.

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