Obi Okonkwo returns to Nigeria after a university education in the UK. His village had saved up to send their first "son" to a foreign land for education. Show more

Now settled in the Nigerian civil service, Obi receives his first attempt at a bribe. It is considered possible that Obi might help with some exam grades. Show more

Obi Okonkwo stands trial accused of accepting a twenty dollar bribe. Chinua Achebe's classic novel portrays the corrupt system of government in Nigeria in the 1960s. Show more

Because of his UK university education, Obi lands a job in the Nigerian civil service. A job in the government comes with privileges and pressure in equal measure. Show more

Obi's mother is ill and he must return to his village. He also has some important news. He wants to announce his engagement to his parents. But it does not go well. Show more