Mark The Rough Road

History is never truly buried. It lives in memory, identity, struggle and the stories a people refuse to forget.Mark The Rough Road by Chukwunyere M. Okafor is a powerful exploration of the history, culture, resilience and political journey of Ndi Igbo within Nigeria and beyond.Drawing on decades of research, historical reflection and personal experience, the book examines the origins and traditions of the Igbo people, their educational and entrepreneurial systems, the impact of British colonialism, the creation of Nigeria, the rise of Biafra and the devastating Nigerian Civil War.The author also confronts difficult questions surrounding ethnic prejudice, political marginalisation, leadership, national identity and the continuing struggle for recognition and justice. From the tragedy of the 1966 pogroms and the Biafran War to the remarkable achievements of Ndi Igbo across the world, this book presents a passionate account of survival, determination and cultural pride.Yet Mark The Rough Road is not only a reflection on external challenges. It also examines divisions within the Igbo community itself and calls for greater unity, political awareness, cultural preservation and responsibility among future generations.Bold, thought provoking and deeply personal, this is a book for readers interested in Nigerian history, Biafra, African politics, colonialism, Igbo culture, ethnic identity and the enduring consequences of the past.To understand the road ahead, we must first remember the road already travelled.