Calabar is an ancient city on the banks of a wide river in Africa. Many years ago, long before your grandmother or grandfather was born, it was ruled by a king named Essiya.
He was a good king, and he was troubled by how hard his people had to work, day in and day out.
“They labour in the hot sun, growing crops and building houses and roads,” he declared. “What can I do to make their lives easier?”
One of his to help your people with their work?”
