Myths and Legends

407: West African folklore: Wiser

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Apr 23, 2025
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ANECDOTE

Snarky Talking Baby's Bold Name

  • A baby named Yengena was born who could talk and walk immediately.
  • He challenged the chief's authority by choosing his own name, meaning "wiser than the chief."
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Chief's Absurd Cattle Claim

  • The chief absurdly claimed his male bull gave birth to all cattle in a family’s herd and seized them.
  • Yanganah exposed the chief’s illogical claim, forcing him to return the cattle.
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Assassination Attempt Backfires

  • The chief sent assassins to kill Yanganah disguised as an escort mission.
  • The prince was mistakenly killed instead, increasing the tension and danger for Yanganah.
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