UGO: A Homecoming Story Ft. Giannis Antetokounmpo 

Thank you so much for tracing back your root Ugo. I’m 56 years old and I have one mixed race son. I have never been to Nigeria since I left 36 years ago. But watching this documentary UGO, I cried and realized I have to go back to Nigeria and bring my Son with me. Thank you so much for reminding all us of where we came from and how great Nigeria is. God bless you richly Ugo Giannis Adetokunbo.

As a Greek American Giannis is cheered on in my family as an incredible player , person and of course we refer to him as the Greek freak. So wonderful to experience his story and showcase the beauty of Nigeria and his roots. I'm so happy for UGO and his mom that they did this together. Thank you for sharing your story. God bless

Woww I had to replay some seconds back. He said "there was something in me, my whole life I couldn't explain and not just in me, even my brothers. In Greece we were able to stand out from everybody else. In US we were able to stand out, but when you come here (Nigeria), you understand why you feel the way you feel, why you move the way you move" Welcome home Legend❤

O turu Ugo nata. Congratulations Ugo Giannis A. 🎉🎉🎉 Greater heights to you and yours. I felt like a proud Nigerian watching this homecoming. I loved the part where the man sold Giannis a copy of his jersey without knowing that the real Giannis was the one trying to buy it from him...

As a Nigerian in Nigeria, this was flawless... And so interesting to watch, there's no place like home. We're a proud bunch, resilient, strong willed, hard working, God fearing and we're beautiful. I'm super proud to be a Nigerian all day, everyday... 😊

I cried, I laughed. This is so touching. I see myself in his mom as I have not visited Nigeria for 20 years now. I just hope my kids will get to see where I am really from like this wonderful family. We will always love you, UGO, the Nigerian freak. ❤

Living abroad and watching this hits different. Got me so emotional especially the scene he wore the Nigerian attire alongside his mum and walked down, bruh! Fire emoji all through. Stay Black and Proud✊🏾

I was born in the US but my dad's a Nigerian, he died when I was 6. I've always wanted to visit Nigeria, watching this documentary has me wanting to visit more. I'm glad you were able to reconnect with your root Ugo.

This is such a beautiful story. So many sweet moments like where he asked his mom if he could start eating❤ and he said thank you mom and his mom was giving accolades and he said mom give me more ❤😊. So beautiful I smiled all through it😊. Thanks for this video

As a Nigerian in the US, I feel so emotional watching this, Ugo has made us proud. There’s no one else like you. Be unapologetically you!

I'm so proud to be a Nigerian.. no wonder I watch him everytime I'm on RU-vid.. The connection is there because we are Nigerians 🇳🇬🇳🇬🇳🇬 I'm so proud to be a Nigerian, so tough, fearless, confident and giving up is never in our vocabulary. Same way I left my Village down to Abuja without Knowing anyone, we were so many in the streets and we Hussle everyday untill God heard our cries. Though, l we are still Husling but i thank God for being better than I was Yesterday.

10:04 I am literally crying as I can relate. When we came home (Nigeria) last year, my dad decided that we celebrate our mum's 50th birthday with her family and friends before returning back. During the party they had that appreciation where one just says something about the celebrant. I didn't want to talk before because I would cry and I wasn't about to cry Infront of everyone. I later decided to speak on how she has made so much sacrifices for me and my siblings to be where we are today and before I could even finish speaking, I began to cry. My parents really tried for my siblings and I. As a Nigerian, one thing I know is Our parents! Nigerian parents are really hardworking and amazing people.:))

I love when people from Nigeria in the diaspora that has made it big remembers home and even gives back..that’s a huge thing to do cause it makes you never forgets your roots.. Long love the king Ugochukwu..

Man, I was never a fan of NBA for 23 years of my life and I watched Giannis play the Hawks in the 2021 playoffs while visiting a friend and noticed how Giannis played and dominated. I instantly became a fan and it brings me so much joy to know where he comes from and the love he has for his people. You're such an inspiration and awesome human. Keep soaring higher like the Eagle you have always been.

Nigerian people are a beautiful people, so much promise, so resilient and tenacious. I'm Kenyan and I got to learn more about the backbone of the true identity of a true Nigerian and I share in the pride of being a fellow African who shares so much of their attributes.. We only need to make better decisions in choosing our leaders so we have have them open doors for more if not all of the kids and youths with so much passion and talent in our own countries and continents so that we can become pioneers of legendary activities and sports and become a continent to be emulated.

I live in Vienna and have three Kids that all bear Igbo first names and not because I am a tribalist but because it is part of who they are and because we Igbos have this say that goes like this: „Onye ma ebe o si, anaghi efu uzo” or he who knows where he is from, never misses road! When you own who you are, nothing can stop you from where you are going because you know who you are. I am a big fan of mixed cultures because, it only makes us richer adding to what we already have. Udo diri UGO!

I’m so proud and happy to be a Nigerian 🇳🇬 what a journey for Giannis Parents they raise a Champion

This brought tears to my eyes. I'm Greek and I love African culture, Nigerian even more. I respect Giannis for always showing gratitude for Greece and the US through his journey, but since seeing this today, he will be Ugo for me. I want to visit Nigeria too and meet all these wonderful people and learn from them. Africa has so much potential. Let's show the world what it really is like, unlike the negative propaganda by the west.

I’ve worked with many Nigerians who spoke Igbo, and Yoruba. They are the nicest people, they will have their guard up at first but once you get to know them they are the nicest, most thoughtful, funniest, and greatest friends you will ever meet.

One thing I noticed about Nigeria men they so much love their mothers you can see from this video how Giannis always talked about his mom that's so sweet

Respect to his mum and dad. Taking that bold step filled with uncertainty and not looking back, she must be really proud❤

Where you go, whoever you become... remember this, you are a Nigerian first. Such a heart warming documentary...the times with the kids were the most touching.

What a great homecoming story !! We love you so much Gianni but from now on you will be Ugo for me. I'm from Albania, born in Athens Greece and currently living in London, UK. I am grateful for all the sacrifices my parents did so I can have a better future and life. Never forget your past and always love and respect your parents, enjoy and cherish every moment with them !

The part i love most was when he asked the mum if he cant take the food.That made me remember the yoruba culture that when you are eating with elders,you have to show respect and wait for them to do things before you do same.The same thing my mum inculcated in us and m doing that with my children.God bless your dad and mum,and make you even greater than what you are now.

No one loves Nigeria more than I do and to see this really put so much joy in my heart. Im sure his dad who is now with the ancestors was watching with pride. This was so beautiful and thank you for showing my great country in such a positive light ❤❤

The best documentary I have ever watched on homecoming.Generation of Nigerians making waves overseas will be inspired to visit the homeland. This is the never give up story of Nigerians. Happy determined,resilient and uncompromising .

As a Nigerian born and raised in the US, this reminds me so much of the first time I went home to Nigeria! Our parents have sacrificed for their children. I am so proud, and my heart is full. Thank you for sharing this.❤

As a Nigerian and Unapologetically Igbo, living in Nigeria... I am so proud of your achievements, Ugo. Nigerians are proud people, hardworking, resilient, focus and overall too Godly, hahahaha. Did I just say that. Yes, we are! Thanks WhatsApp for this insightful documentary

This is so touching as a Nigerian. Watching Ugo over the years being called a Greek and being seen as an American never really brought joy to my heart like seeing him accept he is Nigerian and talking about the Nigerian spirit in him.

I was glued to this documentary and it makes me more proud of my heritage , race and country Nigeria. There is something special that make us tick and who we are. Congratulations to UGO.

How wonderful it is that he took the time to go back to his roots and pay his respects! The culture he was raised in, with Nigerian roots and a deep understanding of Greek culture, is truly enchanting. Both cultures are incredibly diverse and have shaped him into the amazing person he is today. Bravo!

This is your heritage, This is who you are, You are Nigerian, A symbol of unity between the West and East , You are Ugo(An Eagle) we also love you here, As you go back to USA, We wish you more success ,Je Turu Ugo lota, will love to see you play for GSWarriors someday soon.

Love Giannis. As a Nigerian born from nigerian parents but living in the usa, I never went back yet...it was wonderful exploring nigeria through Giannis' eyes. And I connected so well when he talked about his igbo mom and yoruba dad... since i have that too😂. Good stuff Giannis!!!

“Never forget where you come from”. What a great experience for Giannis, good job!!!

I cried 😭😭😭😭😭 Gianis (UGO), THANK YOU!!! Gianis (UGO), THANK YOU!!! Gianis (UGO), THANK YOU!!! Gianis (UGO), THANK YOU!!! Gianis (UGO), THANK YOU!!! Gianis (UGO), THANK YOU!!! As a Nigerian in diaspora yet to have kids, this vidoe has taught me the importance of "root"! I'll raise my kids with clear definition of our unique identity, BEING NIGERIAN 🇳🇬 🇳🇬

From your fellow brother from neighbouring Cameroon, i love you Giannis! Yes, i have been in Europe more than half my life, but like you, i admire my African-ness to the hilt! God bless!

Μπράβο Γιάννη που τιμάς τις ρίζες σου! Greeks are very proud of you for combining the best values from Greece and Nigeria!

Congratulations to Giannis and his family, they are a living proof of what you can accomplish when you work hard!! Thank you!! Love from Greece 🇬🇷🇬🇷

The best part was towards the ending when Giannis put on the native cap and said yeah, the crown is back. And yes, the king is back. Welcome back home, King.

Wow! I love this story so much. I am so happy for Giannis Ugo, and let's not forget his Yoruba name, "Adeshina." Hmm, and you better believe it; he is living proof of that name. For those of you who know, you know what "Shina" means. So happy for his mother Veronica to be able to return to Nigeria after 35 years and come back home blessed. To God be all the glory, may you live long into your old age, Vero, as the matriarch of this blessed family. May your husband's memories live long through you, his children, and grand children-RiP, Charles.

Nigeria is a Great Nation with Great people, we've invested a lot in the world and I am so proud to be a Nigerian. We are a country of Giants, Giants in all field of life. To all those who are in diaspora and have never visited their roots, come see the country of your fathers.

yow i'm Hailtien🇭🇹 living in usa like you , congratulations 🎉for this video this is Amazing never forget who you are❤❤❤❤❤🖤🖤🔥🔥🔥🔥🫶🏾🫶🏾🫶🏾 we are King🔥🔥🔥

I was taken away from Tiv lands as a child and didn't return for 25 years when I was a young man. Very similar story from people calling me by my real name, Terhemen, to people telling stories of how my father and mother used to be before they left. I grew up in Hawaii and ultimately played American football which allowed me to study in California state using scholarship. I decided to get out of that sport as it is very dangerous and ultimately turned away professional contracts. I have been a practicing structural engineer for 22 years in California State and have been building my agriculture business in Benue State for the last 15 years. Heavy respect to this young man and all Nigerians who have a similar story. Once we get the governance piece in place, we will slowly all return home and in doing so, return to grace as the true African giants that we are. Love to all of West Africa as well as the East, South and our Arab brothers to North.

Am very proud to be called a Nigerian ... Am very proud of you Ugo ... Thanks for coming home .. we are Nigerians we are kings ... Naija no sey carry last ..we don't give up

Giannis is just a such a pleasant person... He's adding to the list of people I want to really meet in life...

I love this Since the year I watched RISE I started following you everywhere on social media...your parents are legend ❤...rest in peace to your Dad 😢

Such a beautiful and touching story with a profound message of looking for one's identity through places and people that raise us and make us grow. Very happy for Mama Veronica and Giannis Ugo - thank you for sharing this powerful story of the family, hustle, resilience and for the encouragement to search for one's roots. I am counting my blessings having lived in Greece for years, speaking the language, and now in London most of my amazing church community in Deptford is Nigerian, we have everything here: fish pepper soup (oh yes was I sweaty too eating it the very first time!), jolloff rice, market, anyone can have a beautiful African dress made on the high street too - no wahala😎! Much love from a Slovakian to all my beautiful Greeks and Africans proudly showing the world the best things worth living for are family, community, sharing food, and praying, singing and dancing together. God bless 🙏

I definitely cried when I saw Gianis at Balogun market and the whole exchange with the guy not knowing who he was serving. ❤

Regardless of how grown he is he still asked his mum if he could eat and said thank you …nah that’s a great mum right there … shows he was really well trained

As a bucks fan ...Milwaukee resident...huge giannis fan....this doc was extraordinary!!! And makes me wanna vist Nigeria 🇳🇬

This is so beautiful to watch. Never been more proud to be a Nigerian

Whern she starts singing Seun Rere I broke down, reminds me of my childhood, so rich soooo beautiful.

One of the greatest love letters to Nigeria that I've ever seen. Excellent!

"Finally The Crown has return-Adetokunbọ́" in Gianis' voice. Such a Destiny defining phrase. ❤️🇳🇬

I’m grateful to God for making me a Nigerian.. Those closed to me knows how much i will always pick Nigeria again and again.. There’s something special about being a Nigerian.. We got our challenges (others got their theirs too) Thank you Ugo for coming back home..

Notice how this powerful documentary is seemingly being looked over in the mainstream while conflict and craziness is pushed onto the masses! Thank you Ugo, for inspiring a new way of thought for your people both in America and Nigeria to embrace who they are and conquer the world 🌍!!!

I've followed Giannis from Toronto in 2015 after he did the slam dunk contest against Victor Oladipo and Lavine. I would tell my fellow NBA enthusiasts that he's Nigerian and the last name was just spelt different. First thing that struck me was his humility so i researched him some more. i found out other info eg: Ugo being his nigerian name, having an elder brother back home, being half igbo/yoruba etc. Happy to see him fully representing his mixed ethnicities. 😎

We must tell our own story and not leave it for others to. Thanks Giannis

I am happy that even though I left Nigeria at 5 and came back 30+ years later. I can speak at least one of my dialect. I wish I could speak both. But at least speaking one is an honor.

This documentary made me cry and inspired at the same time. As a Nigerian, I couldn't but reflect on what is possible for us as a country, if we decide to. Thanks Giannis and whatsapp for doing this and reminding us that greatness lies within us.

Shoulder shrug at 26:41 is a must and we love it. Proud Nigerian🇳🇬 Viva Africa🌍

Hardwork, resilience and pride. Love you Giannis

cried the whole time watching this film, what a beautiful masterpiece, one of the best documentary film I've seen in a long time. Congratulations to everyone that worked on this film! Nigeria to the world!

This is beautiful and emotional. I am a Cameroonian but so proud of UGO for going back home ❤. Nigeria is beautiful. No place like home

This brought me joy, I couldn’t stop smiling watching it. Long life to Ugo🙏🏾 & more prosperity to our motherland♥️

This is the best documentary that describes what it means to be NIGERIAN! KUDOS TO THE CREW AND CONGRATS TO GIANIS!

I Love the strength of his parents . I appreciate the fact that they kept him connected to his roots ! Positivity❤❤❤❤❤❤

I didn't except to enjoy this as much as I did. It inspired me, I am Nigerian and we are resilient people!

After the tears and smiles, all I have to say is thank you WhatsApp for this multi-generational piece and too Ugo keep soaring .

Bro imagine selling a jersey to THE man himself and not even know😂😂

"They are going to love us no matter what we do" Nothing beats this. If Nigerians gat your back, nothing else matters.

I cried and cried. I haven't been to Nigeria in 20 years. I miss Nigeria so much😢😢😢

Great to have you home. All Africans in diaspora must follow suite, connect with your roots and contribute your own quota to building motherland, Africa. Respect and love Ugo, my Nigerians brother.

As a Nigerian, this definitely got me emotional but more importantly it tells me there's nothing l cannot become in greatness. Despite the hardship and struggle, we will thrive. This is a good watch. Shout out to the crew and thanks to Ugo Adetokunbo😊

Thus brought a tear to my eyes, as nigerians who are 1st, 2nd generation in th western world. It is easy to feel disconnected from your culture outside of your home. So happy to see my country on screen and i cant wait to go back and get some suya lol

Best homecoming documentary I have seen. Really inspiring and tells the Nigerian story in a very clear manner. We are resilient and always strive for excellence..Thanks for letting the world see better side of Nigeria. We are very proud of you Giannis! Keep shining..

Giannis UGO Antetokounmpo. Igbo. Yoruba. Son of Nigeria. You are legendary.

I can't get enough of this short film , i hope there us a part 2 where he visits igboland too 😍. This is beautiful and lovely to assiociate with your roots. To Nigerians in diaspora planning to visit the motherland no place like home, forget the narrative the western media sells you, Nigeria is a great Nation with Great people. Thank you Giannis more feathers to your hat.✌🏾

This was awesome. African American with large percentage of my dna from Nigeria, I got a chance to visit Lagos, Badagary and Lekki. I tell you the feeling I had felt so familiar but new at the same time I can't explain it. I will go back again.

I said lemme watch like 10s of this clip. I amnwatching it for the 2nd time in 1hr. This is so so wholesome. He really looks like his uncle. Blood can't lie❤. Welcome Ugo

There merchant seeling Gianni's jersey to Granny himself and seeing the great freak trying to low the price 🤣is priceless

υπεροχο βιντεο. τι ωραια κουλτουρα η νηγιριανη! Μπραβο ρε Γιαννη

From one Nigerian to another, I must say dah dis is inspirational and I'm sure your mum would've been extremely happy 😇......sha do and bring ur children to visit us soon, na dem we dey wait 4 now😁.....Naija we rep✌️🇳🇬

συγκινητικο το ντοκιμαντερ! Γιαννη εισαι παραδειγμα προς μιμηση!!

This was such a great watch. Hats off to everyone that was involved in putting together 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽

Congratulations 🍾 Giannis (Ugo) This shows the real spirit of Naija people. It is HARDWORK, striving for the betterment and achievement. His parents left their home and emigrated to Greece 🇬🇷 and went through hard times to give their children a better life. Well done Mama Giannis.

That’s part where he said he was able to put both his moms and dads culture together with the attire without letting anyone of them down touched me 😢…

Am a proud Nigerian....am happy you came to the motherland.....our own superstar NBAplayer

I'm proud to be Nigerian I so much love this documentary. Kudos to Giannis and the crew❤

That guy saying that jersey was 7k 😂😂😂. Omo, Ugo is a real Naija guy for real💯💯💯💯

these bball kids will never forget this experience

I cried non stop throughout this whole doc. I feel the spirit of my ancestors and felt both proud and sad at the same time.

Happy for you to connect with your roots! Μπράβο Γιάννη που σέβεσαι και την χώρα μας! 🇳🇬🤝🏼🇬🇷

I smiled all through. This made my day. Ugo, thank your stars that Nigerian Music Artists didnt see you; you would have been given a World Class Concert.

This is so beautiful to watch, I use to be a bit confused about Giannis but this gave me great insight! Am glad he’s finally home! This is where his heart is! Proudly Nigerian! Had tears in my eyes seeing his excitement and him connecting to his roots! We are really hardworking and proud people!

From when I saw the movie ‘Rise’, I had to look for this family and follow them Their parents are so resilient, so much lesson learnt and I’m super happy you and the rest of the family made it There’s no one like us Proudly African/Nigerian 🇳🇬

This is very nice, it's a reminder of how resilient we are as a people 🇳🇬 things dey sup for the country but we dey always survive, which brings me to say this is why i say "No Gree For Anybody"

As a Nigerian, I shed tears of joy while watching the documentary, its so motivational, how I wish I have a story like that for my generation, thank you very much UGO for bringing the Nigerian out of me.

A Nigerian watching this in Nigeria. This is so beautiful

Super emotional, in a good way. Took me years to figure out but my culture is the reason why I’m here and I’m resilient. Going back home is always a nervous but fun experience