Nobody can teach me who I am. You can describe parts of me, but who I am – and what I need – is something I have to find out myself.— Chinua AchebeQuote · NigeriaMore like thisNo matter how many times you wash a goat, it will still smell like a goat.also about identityI am an African, not because I was born in Africa but because Africa is born in me.also about identityAn awareness of our past is essential to the establishment of our personality and our identity as Africans.also about identityA man who makes trouble for others is also making trouble for himself.also by Chinua AchebeI've had trouble now and again in Nigeria because I have spoken up about the mistreatment of factions in the country because of difference in religion. These are things we should put behind us.also by Chinua AchebeThe relationship with my people, the Nigerian people, is very good. My relationship with the rulers has always been problematic.also by Chinua AchebeNextOh, the most important thing about myself is that my life has been full of changes. Therefore, when I observe the world, I don't expect to see it just like I was seeing the fellow who lives in the next room.
