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Pallbearers carry the coffin of late author Chinua Achebe at his funeral service, held at St. Philip's Anglican Church in Ogidi, Nigeria, Thursday, May 23, 2013. Writer Chinua Achebe shunned Nigeria’s … More »Pallbearers carry the coffin of late author Chinua Achebe at his funeral service, held at St. Philip's Anglican Church in Ogidi, Nigeria, Thursday, May 23, 2013. Writer Chinua Achebe shunned Nigeria’s corrupt politicians and twice turned down national honors, never fearing to criticizing those he felt ruined a country he once supported breaking away from. On Thursday, however, the lawmakers and the country’s elite came to him. Hundreds attended Achebe’s funeral among the rolling hills of his eastern Nigeria home, a service that saw even President Goodluck Jonathan literally hold up the writer’s books. The gold plaque on his coffin simply called him the “eagle atop the Iroko tree” in his native Igbo language. (AP Photo/Sunday Alamba)
Pallbearers carry the coffin of late author Chinua Achebe at his funeral service, held at St. Philip's Anglican Church in Ogidi, Nigeria, Thursday, May 23, 2013. Writer Chinua Achebe shunned Nigeria’s corrupt politicians and twice turned down national honors, never fearing to criticizing those he felt ruined a country he …
- Men hold programs bearing the image of Chinua Achebe during a funeral service in Ogidi, Nigeria, on Thursday, May 23, 2013. The family of famed writer Chinua Achebe buried the writer Thursday in his hometown of Ogidi. Achebe is widely known for his 1958 classic novel "Things Fall Apart," as well as other works. Dignitaries including Nigerian President Goodluck Jonathan and Ghanaian President John Mahama attended Achebe's funeral Thursday. (AP Photo/Jon Gambrell) AP - 5 hrs ago
Men hold programs bearing the image of Chinua Achebe during a funeral service in Ogidi, Nigeria, on Thursday, May 23, 2013. The family of famed writer Chinua Achebe buried the writer Thursday in his hometown … More »Men hold programs bearing the image of Chinua Achebe during a funeral service in Ogidi, Nigeria, on Thursday, May 23, 2013. The family of famed writer Chinua Achebe buried the writer Thursday in his hometown of Ogidi. Achebe is widely known for his 1958 classic novel "Things Fall Apart," as well as other works. Dignitaries including Nigerian President Goodluck Jonathan and Ghanaian President John Mahama attended Achebe's funeral Thursday. (AP Photo/Jon Gambrell)
Men hold programs bearing the image of Chinua Achebe during a funeral service in Ogidi, Nigeria, on Thursday, May 23, 2013. The family of famed writer Chinua Achebe buried the writer Thursday in his hometown of Ogidi. Achebe is widely known for his 1958 classic novel "Things Fall Apart," as well as other works. Dignitaries …
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Nwotuberu Alexander, play an Igbo traditional flute for late author Chinua Achebe in his family compound in Ogidi, Nigeria, Thursday, May 23, 2013. Writer Chinua Achebe is being remembered in Nigeria as … More »Nwotuberu Alexander, play an Igbo traditional flute for late author Chinua Achebe in his family compound in Ogidi, Nigeria, Thursday, May 23, 2013. Writer Chinua Achebe is being remembered in Nigeria as a fearless writer who bowed to no political pressure, as mourners gather in his hometown for a funeral Thursday. Among attendees was Nigerian President Goodluck Jonathan, who held up copies of Achebe's books during the service at a local Anglican church — including his famous essay "The Trouble With Nigeria" and Ghanaian President John Mahama. (AP Photo/Sunday Alamba)
Nwotuberu Alexander, play an Igbo traditional flute for late author Chinua Achebe in his family compound in Ogidi, Nigeria, Thursday, May 23, 2013. Writer Chinua Achebe is being remembered in Nigeria as a fearless writer who bowed to no political pressure, as mourners gather in his hometown for a funeral Thursday. Among …
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A traditional Igbo chief attends the funeral of late author Chinua Achebe in Ogidi, Nigeria, Thursday, May 23, 2013. Writer Chinua Achebe is being remembered in Nigeria as a fearless writer who bowed to … More »A traditional Igbo chief attends the funeral of late author Chinua Achebe in Ogidi, Nigeria, Thursday, May 23, 2013. Writer Chinua Achebe is being remembered in Nigeria as a fearless writer who bowed to no political pressure, as mourners gather in his hometown for a funeral Thursday. Among attendees was Nigerian President Goodluck Jonathan, who held up copies of Achebe's books during the service at a local Anglican church — including his famous essay "The Trouble With Nigeria" and Ghanaian President John Mahama. (AP Photo/Sunday Alamba)
A traditional Igbo chief attends the funeral of late author Chinua Achebe in Ogidi, Nigeria, Thursday, May 23, 2013. Writer Chinua Achebe is being remembered in Nigeria as a fearless writer who bowed to no political pressure, as mourners gather in his hometown for a funeral Thursday. Among attendees was Nigerian President …
- Pallbearers bring the casket of Chinua Achebe into a funeral service in Ogidi, Nigeria, on Thursday, May 23, 2013. The family of famed writer Chinua Achebe buried the writer Thursday in his hometown of Ogidi. Achebe is widely known for his 1958 classic novel "Things Fall Apart," as well as other works. Dignitaries including Nigerian President Goodluck Jonathan and Ghanaian President John Mahama attended Achebe's funeral Thursday. (AP Photo/Jon Gambrell) AP - 5 hrs ago
Pallbearers bring the casket of Chinua Achebe into a funeral service in Ogidi, Nigeria, on Thursday, May 23, 2013. The family of famed writer Chinua Achebe buried the writer Thursday in his hometown of … More »Pallbearers bring the casket of Chinua Achebe into a funeral service in Ogidi, Nigeria, on Thursday, May 23, 2013. The family of famed writer Chinua Achebe buried the writer Thursday in his hometown of Ogidi. Achebe is widely known for his 1958 classic novel "Things Fall Apart," as well as other works. Dignitaries including Nigerian President Goodluck Jonathan and Ghanaian President John Mahama attended Achebe's funeral Thursday. (AP Photo/Jon Gambrell)
Pallbearers bring the casket of Chinua Achebe into a funeral service in Ogidi, Nigeria, on Thursday, May 23, 2013. The family of famed writer Chinua Achebe buried the writer Thursday in his hometown of Ogidi. Achebe is widely known for his 1958 classic novel "Things Fall Apart," as well as other works. Dignitaries including …
- Christie Achebe, the wife of late author Chinua Achebe, at his funeral service, held at St. Philip's Anglican Church in Ogidi, Nigeria, Thursday, May 23, 2013. Writer Chinua Achebe shunned Nigeria’s corrupt politicians and twice turned down national honors, never fearing to criticizing those he felt ruined a country he once supported breaking away from. On Thursday, however, the lawmakers and the country’s elite came to him. Hundreds attended Achebe’s funeral among the rolling hills of his eastern Nigeria home, a service that saw even President Goodluck Jonathan literally hold up the writer’s books. The gold plaque on his coffin simply called him the “eagle atop the Iroko tree” in his native Igbo language. (AP Photo/Sunday Alamba) AP - 11 hrs ago
Christie Achebe, the wife of late author Chinua Achebe, at his funeral service, held at St. Philip's Anglican Church in Ogidi, Nigeria, Thursday, May 23, 2013. Writer Chinua Achebe shunned Nigeria’s corrupt … More »Christie Achebe, the wife of late author Chinua Achebe, at his funeral service, held at St. Philip's Anglican Church in Ogidi, Nigeria, Thursday, May 23, 2013. Writer Chinua Achebe shunned Nigeria’s corrupt politicians and twice turned down national honors, never fearing to criticizing those he felt ruined a country he once supported breaking away from. On Thursday, however, the lawmakers and the country’s elite came to him. Hundreds attended Achebe’s funeral among the rolling hills of his eastern Nigeria home, a service that saw even President Goodluck Jonathan literally hold up the writer’s books. The gold plaque on his coffin simply called him the “eagle atop the Iroko tree” in his native Igbo language. (AP Photo/Sunday Alamba)
Christie Achebe, the wife of late author Chinua Achebe, at his funeral service, held at St. Philip's Anglican Church in Ogidi, Nigeria, Thursday, May 23, 2013. Writer Chinua Achebe shunned Nigeria’s corrupt politicians and twice turned down national honors, never fearing to criticizing those he felt ruined a country he …
- A crowd gathers around the coffin of writer Chinua Achebe before a funeral service in Ogidi, Nigeria, on Thursday, May 23, 2013. The family of famed writer Chinua Achebe buried the writer Thursday in his hometown of Ogidi. Achebe is widely known for his 1958 classic novel "Things Fall Apart," as well as other works. Dignitaries including Nigerian President Goodluck Jonathan and Ghanaian President John Mahama attended Achebe's funeral Thursday. (AP Photo/Jon Gambrell) AP - 5 hrs ago
A crowd gathers around the coffin of writer Chinua Achebe before a funeral service in Ogidi, Nigeria, on Thursday, May 23, 2013. The family of famed writer Chinua Achebe buried the writer Thursday in his … More »A crowd gathers around the coffin of writer Chinua Achebe before a funeral service in Ogidi, Nigeria, on Thursday, May 23, 2013. The family of famed writer Chinua Achebe buried the writer Thursday in his hometown of Ogidi. Achebe is widely known for his 1958 classic novel "Things Fall Apart," as well as other works. Dignitaries including Nigerian President Goodluck Jonathan and Ghanaian President John Mahama attended Achebe's funeral Thursday. (AP Photo/Jon Gambrell)
A crowd gathers around the coffin of writer Chinua Achebe before a funeral service in Ogidi, Nigeria, on Thursday, May 23, 2013. The family of famed writer Chinua Achebe buried the writer Thursday in his hometown of Ogidi. Achebe is widely known for his 1958 classic novel "Things Fall Apart," as well as other works. Dignitaries …
- Policemen stand guard during the funeral service for author Chinua Achebe at his funeral service, held at St. Philip's Anglican Church in Ogidi, Nigeria, Thursday, May 23, 2013. Writer Chinua Achebe shunned Nigeria’s corrupt politicians and twice turned down national honors, never fearing to criticizing those he felt ruined a country he once supported breaking away from. On Thursday, however, the lawmakers and the country’s elite came to him. Hundreds attended Achebe’s funeral among the rolling hills of his eastern Nigeria home, a service that saw even President Goodluck Jonathan literally hold up the writer’s books. The gold plaque on his coffin simply called him the “eagle atop the Iroko tree” in his native Igbo language. (AP Photo/Sunday Alamba) AP - 11 hrs ago
Policemen stand guard during the funeral service for author Chinua Achebe at his funeral service, held at St. Philip's Anglican Church in Ogidi, Nigeria, Thursday, May 23, 2013. Writer Chinua Achebe shunned … More »Policemen stand guard during the funeral service for author Chinua Achebe at his funeral service, held at St. Philip's Anglican Church in Ogidi, Nigeria, Thursday, May 23, 2013. Writer Chinua Achebe shunned Nigeria’s corrupt politicians and twice turned down national honors, never fearing to criticizing those he felt ruined a country he once supported breaking away from. On Thursday, however, the lawmakers and the country’s elite came to him. Hundreds attended Achebe’s funeral among the rolling hills of his eastern Nigeria home, a service that saw even President Goodluck Jonathan literally hold up the writer’s books. The gold plaque on his coffin simply called him the “eagle atop the Iroko tree” in his native Igbo language. (AP Photo/Sunday Alamba)
Policemen stand guard during the funeral service for author Chinua Achebe at his funeral service, held at St. Philip's Anglican Church in Ogidi, Nigeria, Thursday, May 23, 2013. Writer Chinua Achebe shunned Nigeria’s corrupt politicians and twice turned down national honors, never fearing to criticizing those he felt ruined …
- From left, Deputy speaker of the house of representative Emeka Ihedioha, Nigerian President Goodluck Jonathan, centre, and Ghanaian President John Mahama, right, attend the funeral of author Chinua Achebe at his funeral service, held at St. Philip's Anglican Church in Ogidi, Nigeria, Thursday, May 23, 2013. Writer Chinua Achebe shunned Nigeria’s corrupt politicians and twice turned down national honors, never fearing to criticizing those he felt ruined a country he once supported breaking away from. On Thursday, however, the lawmakers and the country’s elite came to him. Hundreds attended Achebe’s funeral among the rolling hills of his eastern Nigeria home, a service that saw even President Goodluck Jonathan literally hold up the writer’s books. The gold plaque on his coffin simply called him the “eagle atop the Iroko tree” in his native Igbo language. (AP Photo/Sunday Alamba) AP - 11 hrs ago
From left, Deputy speaker of the house of representative Emeka Ihedioha, Nigerian President Goodluck Jonathan, centre, and Ghanaian President John Mahama, right, attend the funeral of author Chinua Achebe … More »From left, Deputy speaker of the house of representative Emeka Ihedioha, Nigerian President Goodluck Jonathan, centre, and Ghanaian President John Mahama, right, attend the funeral of author Chinua Achebe at his funeral service, held at St. Philip's Anglican Church in Ogidi, Nigeria, Thursday, May 23, 2013. Writer Chinua Achebe shunned Nigeria’s corrupt politicians and twice turned down national honors, never fearing to criticizing those he felt ruined a country he once supported breaking away from. On Thursday, however, the lawmakers and the country’s elite came to him. Hundreds attended Achebe’s funeral among the rolling hills of his eastern Nigeria home, a service that saw even President Goodluck Jonathan literally hold up the writer’s books. The gold plaque on his coffin simply called him the “eagle atop the Iroko tree” in his native Igbo language. (AP Photo/Sunday Alamba)
From left, Deputy speaker of the house of representative Emeka Ihedioha, Nigerian President Goodluck Jonathan, centre, and Ghanaian President John Mahama, right, attend the funeral of author Chinua Achebe at his funeral service, held at St. Philip's Anglican Church in Ogidi, Nigeria, Thursday, May 23, 2013. Writer Chinua …
- A hearse carrying the coffin of late author Chinua Achebe at his funeral service, held at St. Philip's Anglican Church in Ogidi, Nigeria, Thursday, May 23, 2013. Writer Chinua Achebe shunned Nigeria’s corrupt politicians and twice turned down national honors, never fearing to criticizing those he felt ruined a country he once supported breaking away from. On Thursday, however, the lawmakers and the country’s elite came to him. Hundreds attended Achebe’s funeral among the rolling hills of his eastern Nigeria home, a service that saw even President Goodluck Jonathan literally hold up the writer’s books. The gold plaque on his coffin simply called him the “eagle atop the Iroko tree” in his native Igbo language. (AP Photo/Sunday Alamba) AP - 11 hrs ago
A hearse carrying the coffin of late author Chinua Achebe at his funeral service, held at St. Philip's Anglican Church in Ogidi, Nigeria, Thursday, May 23, 2013. Writer Chinua Achebe shunned Nigeria’s … More »A hearse carrying the coffin of late author Chinua Achebe at his funeral service, held at St. Philip's Anglican Church in Ogidi, Nigeria, Thursday, May 23, 2013. Writer Chinua Achebe shunned Nigeria’s corrupt politicians and twice turned down national honors, never fearing to criticizing those he felt ruined a country he once supported breaking away from. On Thursday, however, the lawmakers and the country’s elite came to him. Hundreds attended Achebe’s funeral among the rolling hills of his eastern Nigeria home, a service that saw even President Goodluck Jonathan literally hold up the writer’s books. The gold plaque on his coffin simply called him the “eagle atop the Iroko tree” in his native Igbo language. (AP Photo/Sunday Alamba)
A hearse carrying the coffin of late author Chinua Achebe at his funeral service, held at St. Philip's Anglican Church in Ogidi, Nigeria, Thursday, May 23, 2013. Writer Chinua Achebe shunned Nigeria’s corrupt politicians and twice turned down national honors, never fearing to criticizing those he felt ruined a country he …
- Pallbearers carry the coffin of late author Chinua Achebe at his funeral service, held at St. Philip's Anglican Church in Ogidi, Nigeria, Thursday, May 23, 2013. Writer Chinua Achebe shunned Nigeria’s corrupt politicians and twice turned down national honors, never fearing to criticizing those he felt ruined a country he once supported breaking away from. On Thursday, however, the lawmakers and the country’s elite came to him. Hundreds attended Achebe’s funeral among the rolling hills of his eastern Nigeria home, a service that saw even President Goodluck Jonathan literally hold up the writer’s books. The gold plaque on his coffin simply called him the “eagle atop the Iroko tree” in his native Igbo language. (AP Photo/Sunday Alamba) AP - 5 hrs ago
Pallbearers carry the coffin of late author Chinua Achebe at his funeral service, held at St. Philip's Anglican Church in Ogidi, Nigeria, Thursday, May 23, 2013. Writer Chinua Achebe shunned Nigeria’s … More »Pallbearers carry the coffin of late author Chinua Achebe at his funeral service, held at St. Philip's Anglican Church in Ogidi, Nigeria, Thursday, May 23, 2013. Writer Chinua Achebe shunned Nigeria’s corrupt politicians and twice turned down national honors, never fearing to criticizing those he felt ruined a country he once supported breaking away from. On Thursday, however, the lawmakers and the country’s elite came to him. Hundreds attended Achebe’s funeral among the rolling hills of his eastern Nigeria home, a service that saw even President Goodluck Jonathan literally hold up the writer’s books. The gold plaque on his coffin simply called him the “eagle atop the Iroko tree” in his native Igbo language. (AP Photo/Sunday Alamba)
Pallbearers carry the coffin of late author Chinua Achebe at his funeral service, held at St. Philip's Anglican Church in Ogidi, Nigeria, Thursday, May 23, 2013. Writer Chinua Achebe shunned Nigeria’s corrupt politicians and twice turned down national honors, never fearing to criticizing those he felt ruined a country he …
- Traditional Igbo chiefs attend the funeral of late author Chinua Achebe in Ogidi, Nigeria, Thursday, May 23, 2013. Writer Chinua Achebe is being remembered in Nigeria as a fearless writer who bowed to no political pressure, as mourners gather in his hometown for a funeral Thursday. Among attendees was Nigerian President Goodluck Jonathan, who held up copies of Achebe's books during the service at a local Anglican church — including his famous essay "The Trouble With Nigeria" and Ghanaian President John Mahama. (AP Photo/Sunday Alamba) AP - 11 hrs ago
Traditional Igbo chiefs attend the funeral of late author Chinua Achebe in Ogidi, Nigeria, Thursday, May 23, 2013. Writer Chinua Achebe is being remembered in Nigeria as a fearless writer who bowed to … More »Traditional Igbo chiefs attend the funeral of late author Chinua Achebe in Ogidi, Nigeria, Thursday, May 23, 2013. Writer Chinua Achebe is being remembered in Nigeria as a fearless writer who bowed to no political pressure, as mourners gather in his hometown for a funeral Thursday. Among attendees was Nigerian President Goodluck Jonathan, who held up copies of Achebe's books during the service at a local Anglican church — including his famous essay "The Trouble With Nigeria" and Ghanaian President John Mahama. (AP Photo/Sunday Alamba)
Traditional Igbo chiefs attend the funeral of late author Chinua Achebe in Ogidi, Nigeria, Thursday, May 23, 2013. Writer Chinua Achebe is being remembered in Nigeria as a fearless writer who bowed to no political pressure, as mourners gather in his hometown for a funeral Thursday. Among attendees was Nigerian President …
- Family members and friends of writer Chinua Achebe pray around his coffin during his funeral service in Ogidi, Nigeria, on Thursday, May 23, 2013. The family of famed writer Chinua Achebe buried the writer Thursday in his hometown of Ogidi. Achebe is widely known for his 1958 classic novel "Things Fall Apart," as well as other works. Dignitaries including Nigerian President Goodluck Jonathan and Ghanaian President John Mahama attended Achebe's funeral Thursday. (AP Photo/Jon Gambrell) AP - 5 hrs ago
Family members and friends of writer Chinua Achebe pray around his coffin during his funeral service in Ogidi, Nigeria, on Thursday, May 23, 2013. The family of famed writer Chinua Achebe buried the writer … More »Family members and friends of writer Chinua Achebe pray around his coffin during his funeral service in Ogidi, Nigeria, on Thursday, May 23, 2013. The family of famed writer Chinua Achebe buried the writer Thursday in his hometown of Ogidi. Achebe is widely known for his 1958 classic novel "Things Fall Apart," as well as other works. Dignitaries including Nigerian President Goodluck Jonathan and Ghanaian President John Mahama attended Achebe's funeral Thursday. (AP Photo/Jon Gambrell)
Family members and friends of writer Chinua Achebe pray around his coffin during his funeral service in Ogidi, Nigeria, on Thursday, May 23, 2013. The family of famed writer Chinua Achebe buried the writer Thursday in his hometown of Ogidi. Achebe is widely known for his 1958 classic novel "Things Fall Apart," as well as …
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