When a terrible drought dries up the land, Uncle Lion gathers the animals and proposes that they build a dam to save everyone from thirst. Leopard, Hyena, Baboon, Tortoise, Hare, and the other animals work hard under the blazing sun, but clever Jackal refuses to help. Instead, he laughs at their labor and insists that even those who do not work will still drink from the dam.When rain finally fills the dam, the animals rejoice. But Jackal sneaks there before everyone else, drinks greedily, fills his clay pot, and muddies the water so the others cannot enjoy it. Furious, Uncle Lion sends Brother Baboon to guard the dam with a heavy wooden cudgel. Unfortunately, Baboon is no match for Jackal's trickery. Pretending to have a pot full of sweet honey, Jackal tempts Baboon, steals his cudgel, ties him up, and escapes once again. Rotimi Ogunjobi is a Nigerian-born writer, filmmaker, and cultural advocate with a passion for preserving and promoting African heritage through storytelling. He is the founder of The African Cultural Heritage Hub and author of many books. With decades of experience in writing, publishing, and multimedia production, Rotimi has created content for global audiences, blending traditional narratives with modern platforms. His work spans children's media, documentaries, and educational programming, all rooted in the belief that African stories are powerful tools for identity, education, and cultural pride.
