Inspired by the story of Ja Ja king of Opobo, 19th Century African King. Jaja was a slave within the African slave context of indentured servitude who rose to legendary status as a man of great wealth by trading in palm oil with the British, and royalty when he became the king of Opobo. His rise from a slave boy to a decorated King showed Jaja of Opobo was an exceptional leader and businessman.