“Although the serious inquiry to expose the facts recorded in this book was interrupted by the Nigerian Civil War in 1967 when the war ended in 1970, I returned safely from “Biafra” to continue my work on this book. I met with great historians in Benin City who assisted me with additional information which are contained in this book. The materials were ready in 1979, so I started in earnest to put this work together. The facts were properly cross-checked and I was convinced of the facts before accepting to record them down. This book is not meant to undermine anybody, a group of people, or any community; rather it is meant to bring to light the true history.”