The Asagba of Asaba Wants An Apology from Nigeria. The Asagba of Asaba recently reminded the nation that no sitting president has ever apologised for the Asaba massacre. Many people have criticised him for saying that, but truthfully, his request isn’t far-fetched. The memory of what happened there remains a painful part of our history, and expecting acknowledgment is not out of place. However, this is where we must be careful with sweeping statements. The Asagba’s appeal is rooted in a specific