Chinua Achebe refuses Nigerian national honour
For a second time, writer declines to become a Commander of the Federal Republic, saying corruption remains unaddressed
Chinua Achebe has declined the Nigerian government's attempt to name him a Commander of the Federal Republic.
From: Books: Books + News | guardian.co.uk
Monday, 14 November, 2011
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