![]() But after Nigeria declares war on Biafra to reclaim its former territory, it steadily becomes apparent that the rebels have bitten off more than they can chew. Odenigbo marries Olanna, and the two eventually have a child whom they simply refer to as “Baby.” Olanna’s sister Kainene falls in love with Richard Churchill, a British writer who is sincerely interested in Nigerian culture and has come to the nation to write a book about its ancient art.Īs Biafra’s secession from Nigeria is announced, the five main characters of the novel are initially extremely optimistic regarding their new nation’s future. ![]() Ugwu becomes a houseboy for the Nsukka University professor Odenigbo and serves him faithfully as the teacher builds a family. ![]()
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