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"My family comes from the esteemed city of Arochukwu in Abia State, Nigeria. My grandmother, Oduagu Okorioji, was the youngest daughter of the Aro King. Her marriage to Okorie Nnama, the prince of Ohomja, expanded our family's influence across both regions.

My father, Moses Okorie Nueman, the King's eldest son, journeyed extensively before choosing to settle in the United States. Subsequently, our entire family migrated to North Carolina, establishing our new home there.

My family and I were thrilled to come to America, but the cultural differences presented a significant challenge. Our initial perceptions of America didn't match reality, and we had to adjust our expectations. One notable observation was the prevalence of prodigies in our new community.

Coming to America profoundly impacted our family. Although we all arrived together, we missed important family events back in Nigeria. As the firstborn of a royal family, my father had obligations that required frequent trips back home. Unfortunately, school and other commitments prevented us from joining him.

Our family has a strong entrepreneurial spirit. From a young age, we were groomed to own and manage businesses.  As a result, every member of my family now owns and operates at least one business."

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My mom was born in Queens, NY and then moved to Columbia, SC as a child. For college, she moved to Charlotte, NC, and started a family here.

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How national or global events have affected you and/or your family 

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How national or global events have affected you and/or your family 

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The civil rights movement affected my grandmother, living in Queens at the time. She was influenced by Black Panther ideas and writings.

Corruption and war in Nigeria influences our family today, because we have not yet been able to visit Nigeria as a family due to safety reasons.

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Other stories that will help relate who you are and how your family’s identity has been impacted by global or national events 

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Other stories that will help relate who you are and how your family’s identity has been impacted by global or national events 

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Immigration laws from when my dad immigrated made it easier for my Father and his family to move to America. However, if he wanted to move now, it would be much more difficult.

When my grandmother lived in New York, she noticed that housing was segregated. African Americans did not have access to the neighborhoods and housing blocks that whites had.

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What's important about your identity that you want to share 

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What's important about your identity that you want to share 

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I identify as a Nigerian and I also identify as an African American. I think it is hard being both African and African American because both sides have negative stereotypes for the other.