Christopher Ifekandu Okigbo (August 16, 1932 - 1967) was a Nigerian poet, professor, and librarian, known for his notable contributions as a post-colonial African poet writing in English. He is recognized as one of the most important modernist writers of the 20th century. Okigbo was killed while fighting for the independence of Biafra, which highlights his commitment to his homeland and cultural identity. His literary works continue to be celebrated for their depth and representation of the African experience.
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Meaning of the name - Christopher
bearer of Christ
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Christopher Okigbo belongs to the Silent Generation group.
Place of Birth: Anambra State
Place of Death: Nsukka
Cause of Death: Nigerian Civil War
Educated At: Government College Umuahia | University of Ibadan
Occupation: poet | military personnel | teacher | writer
Employers: University of Nigeria
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Note: Moon position is location and time sensitive.| Planet | Position (Tropical, Western) | Transits on August 16, 2024 | Secondary Progressions for August 16, 2024 |
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| Sun | 23 Leo 5 | 24 Leo 19 | 25 Scorpio 38 |
| Moon | 13 Taurus 42 | 13 Capricorn 2 | 3 Scorpio 41 |
| Mercury | 18 Virgo 40 | 28 Leo 37 | 2 Sagittarius 19 |
| Venus | 7 Libra 21 | 14 Virgo 15 | 2 Sagittarius 8 |
| Mars | 22 Gemini 28 | 18 Gemini 1 | 11 Leo 45 |
| Jupiter | 10 Cancer 53 | 16 Gemini 59 | 20 Cancer 8 |
| Saturn | 6 Capricorn 2 | 17 Pisces 35 | 9 Capricorn 12 |
| Uranus | 15 Aries 5 | 27 Taurus 10 | 11 Aries 51 |
| Neptune | 2 Virgo 56 | 29 Pisces 24 | 5 Virgo 41 |
| Pluto | 20 Cancer 3 | 0 Aquarius 17 | 20 Cancer 44 |
| Rahu | 26 Aries 52 | 8 Aries 45 | 21 Aries 54 |
| Ketu | 26 Libra 52 | 8 Libra 45 | 21 Libra 54 |
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