Aruan of Udo: A Lesson on Misguided Destiny

Africa's Untold Stories by Africa's Untold Stories

Jun 10, 202400:24:44History

Let's go to Southern Nigeria to hear the story of Aruan, the misguided hero of Udo and his connection to the famous city and empire of Benin. He is a semi-legendary figure so prepare for some fact and fiction.

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