MY ROOT, MY IDENTITY
Many of us are satisfied with just being told the name of your hometown in simple words. You are probably not aware of your grandfather's full name, the history/ origin of your hometown, or even its customs. In this part of the world where we live, knowing one's origin cannot be overemphasized. Your history is YOU. It is your identity. It is what makes you an African. This article is a narration of the origin of my Paternal and Maternal, as well as the prevalent culture therein. I am a native of Umuodu-Umuakpoke Village in Ugwulangwu Community, Ohaozara Local Government Area. My maternal home is located at Okposi Okwu in Okposi Community in the same Local Government Area both in Ebonyi state. THE ORIGIN OF THE UGWULANGWU COMMUNITY This community has existed for over 100 years now. It originated from a hunter named Ezeoke-Chima who traveled from a far unknown distance, on a huntin...