This is a thought provoking image on the wall of a shrine at Warakoh quarters, in the compound of Chief Fihento of Badagry, which depicts a European holding an umbrella over the head of an African chief, who is smoking tobacco from a pipe. This image is significant for several reasons. It's a symbol of wealth and importance. The umbrella and tobacco pipe signify the chief's wealth and status. It highlights the rich cultural heritage and social structures of African kingdoms. The image also reveals the complex dynamics between European colonizers and African chiefs. The European colonizers befriended the African chiefs to achieve their imperial goals, which ultimately led to the destruction of African community structures. The image is also a testimony to Africa's powerful kingdoms. It serves as a powerful reminder of Africa's rich history and the strength of its kingdoms. I am bringing this to the fore to encourage Africans to reclaim their heritage and look beyond pove...