The Igbo nation, celebrated for its unyielding spirit, resilience, entrepreneurial drive, and egalitarian ethos, now stands at a critical crossroads in its history and destiny. A piercing question resonates deeply within the hearts of true sons and daughters of Ala Igbo:
Are the Igbos under a curse, or are we the authors of our own challenges?
This is not merely a rhetorical question but a call for honest, tough self-examination — not to indulge in self-blame, but to chart a better course forward. Our past, present, and the future we hope to build require sincere answers.
Rising from the Ashes: A Story of Survival
After the devastation of the Nigeria-Biafra civil war, the Igbo people were left economically shattered, politically marginalized, and socially demeaned. Homes and properties were seized, businesses were wiped out, and entire life savings were confiscated. The infamous £20 policy left many families destitute and livelihoods ruined.
Yet, from those ashes, we rose.
