“I’ve always known myself as half Nigerian, half Jamaican, only to discover I’m 48% Igbo” – BBNaija star Mike Edwards reveals DNA check outcomes

Former Big Brother Naija housemate Mike Edwards has expressed shock after a DNA ancestry check revealed that he has 48% Igbo and 30% Yoruba ancestry.

Sharing the outcomes on Instagram, Mike defined that he had at all times recognized as half Nigerian and half Jamaican as a result of his mom has Yoruba roots by his Nigerian grandmother, whereas his father was born in Jamaica.

However, after taking an AncestryDNA check, he found that his Nigerian ancestry accounted for 78% of his genetic background.

“I’ve ALWAYS known about my mum’s Yoruba heritage, but NEVER imagined my dad’s Jamaican roots could have such a strong connection to Igboland, Nigeria!” he wrote.

Mike mentioned probably the most particular moments was sharing the invention together with his father, who had at all times felt linked to Africa.

He defined that the invention meant extra to him than percentages or ethnic identities, describing it as a chance to reconnect together with his household’s historical past.

Despite the outcomes, Mike maintained that he stays a proud Yoruba man whereas joking that his Igbo ancestors had been ready for his or her introduction.

“NOW ABEG, MY IGBO BROTHERS AND SISTERS… I NEED AN IGBO NAME!! What name are we giving me, and what does it mean? IGBO KWENU!!!” he added.