A Short History of Benin'' is a non-fiction book by Jacob Egharevba, first published in 1934 by the Church Mission Society Press in Lagos. The book offers a historical perspective on the Benin Empire, a pre-colonial African state now part of Nigeria. The book is an English version of the author's earlier work in Edo,Ekhere Vb' Itan Edo'', which was published in 1933. The book explores the beginnings, culture, and political structure of the Benin Empire, as well as the events leading to its invasion by Britain and Ovonramwen's exile in 1897. It also includes a chronology of the Obas (kings) of Benin from the 13th to the 20th century.
The book is considered one of the earliest works of indigenous African historiography, as it was written by a native of Benin who had access to oral traditions and written sources from both the local and European perspectives. The book is appreciated for its simplicity, clarity, and authenticity, as well as its contribution to the preservation and promotion of the Benin cultural heritage. However, the book has also been criticised for its inaccuracies, inconsistencies, and biases, especially in relation to the origin of the Benin people and their relationship with other ethnic groups, such as the Yoruba and the Itsekiri. The book has been revised and enlarged several times by the author, with the fourth and last edition published in 1968 by the Ibadan University Press.
"Ka Esi Le Onye Isi Oche" () is an Igbo highlife song by Nigerian musician Mike Ejeagha. Released in 1983 as part of his album Akuko N'Egwu Vol. 1, the song gained recognition in 2024 due to a viral dance challenge inspired by comedian Brain Jotter. The song's melody and lyrics, which tell a folktale about a tortoise and an elephant, have resonated with audiences of different ages.
Mike Ejeagha, often referred to as "Gentleman Mike Ejeagha", is a figure in the Nigerian music landscape, known for his contributions to the highlife genre. Born in the early 1930s in Owa, Ezeagu Local Government Area of Enugu State, Ejeagha's musical journey spans decades. Ejeagha's music blends traditional Igbo rhythms and melodies with Western musical influences. His lyrics draw inspiration from Igbo folklore and proverbs.
"Ka Esi Le Onye Isi Oche" is an example of Igbo highlife music, characterised by its rhythmic instrumentation and storytelling lyrics. The song narrates a classic Igbo folktale centered around the cleverness of the tortoise, Mbe, and the might of the elephant, Enyi. The lyrics, rich in Igbo cultural references, have resonated with audiences, especially the song's chorus, featuring the repetitive phrase "Gwo Gwo Gwo Ngwo".
The resurgence of "Ka Esi Le Onye Isi Oche" can be largely attributed to a viral dance challenge that spread across social media platforms in 2024. The trend was started by Nigerian comedian Brain Jotter, who incorporated the song into one of his skits. The dance routine involves two people facing each other, then walking towards one another before engaging in a series of leg movements. The chorus of the song, featuring the repetitive "Gwo Gwo Gwo Ngwo", provides the rhythmic backdrop for the dance. The challenge gained momentum with millions of people, including celebrities, sharing their own versions on social media platforms.
Ibrahim Abdelrazzak Eltayeb () is a Sudanese mathematician and professor of applied mathematics at the University of Nizwa in Oman. He is a member of the African Academy of Sciences, the Royal Astronomical Society, The World Academy of Sciences (TWAS) and the Royal Society of Edinburgh.
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The 2026 HSBC Rugby Premier League is the second season of the Rugby Premier League. It is scheduled to be held from 16 to 28 June 2026 at the Gachibowli Stadium, Hyderabad, with six men's city-based franchises competing in the rugby sevens format. In a landmark expansion, four women's franchises have been introduced for the first time, competing alongside the men's league.
The defending champions are Chennai Bulls, who won the inaugural title in 2025.