Part 4: The Battle of Kano The Rise of the Great King: A Memoir of Ancient Lagos and Mali in 941 AD
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The Battle of Kano was a decisive battle between the forces of the Kingdom of Lagos and the forces of the Kingdom of Mali. The battle took place in the city of Kano, located in what is now northern Nigeria.
The Kingdom of Lagos had been expanding its territory for some time, and had recently taken control of the city of Kano. The King of Mali, Mansa Musa, was determined to reclaim the city and sent a large army to do so.
The Lagos forces were led by King Oba Eweka, who had been ruling the kingdom since 931 AD. He was a great warrior and had a reputation for being a fierce and courageous leader.
The two armies met in the city of Kano on the morning of June 5th, 941 AD. The Lagos forces were outnumbered and outgunned, but they fought bravely and fiercely. After a long and bloody battle, the Lagos forces emerged victorious.
The victory at Kano was a major turning point in the history of Lagos and Mali. It marked the beginning of a period of great prosperity for Lagos, and it also marked the beginning of the decline of the Kingdom of Mali.
The Battle of Kano was a great victory for Lagos, and it was a major step in the rise of the great King Oba Eweka. He would go on to become one of the most powerful and influential rulers in the history of the region.