| Birth Day | November 16, 1930 |
| Birth Place | Ogidi, Nigeria |
| Age | 90 YEARS OLD |
| Died On | Mar 21, 2013 (age 82) |
| Birth Sign | Scorpio |
Chinua Achebe, celebrated as a renowned novelist in Nigeria, has made remarkable contributions to the literary world. As of 2024, his net worth is estimated to be an astounding $17 million. Achebe's influential works, such as "Things Fall Apart" and "Arrow of God," have gained international recognition and have been translated into numerous languages. Through his writing, Achebe offers profound insights into Nigerian culture, history, and the complexities of colonialism. His literary genius has not only earned him critical acclaim but has also provided him with significant financial success, solidifying his status as one of Nigeria's most esteemed authors.
Nigerian Novelist, poet, and professor best known for his iconic novel Things Fall Apart, which became one of the most widely read novels in all of African literature.
He began reading at a young age and his intelligence was noticed in school. He attended the University College, Nigeria's first university.
He accepted a position as a professor at the University of Massachusetts, Amherst in 1972.
He married Christie Okoli in 1961, and they had four children together.
He was notoriously critical of the racial views of Heart of Darkness author Joseph Conrad.
