Word of the Day: “When there is no enemy within, the enemy outside cannot hurt you.” – African Proverb

Today in history, the Republic of Dahomey officially changed its name to Benin. This change was a crucial step towards national unity, aimed at eradicating tribal divisions and influences rooted in colonial history. By adopting the politically neutral name ‘Benin’, the nation moved away from the ethnic associations linked to its former name, ‘Dahomey’, which was tied to the country’s largest ethnic group, the Fon.

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