The story follows the life of Nwabuzo, a young man torn between the conflicting values of his traditional Igbo upbringing and the pressures of Western influences that accompany the societal changes in Nigeria.
Nwabuzo’s journey is a representation of the broader cultural and generational conflicts experienced in the country during this period. He faces challenges related to marriage, inheritance, and family expectations, all of which are deeply rooted in Igbo customs but now complicated by the demands of a rapidly modernizing society. Through Nwabuzo’s internal struggles, Nzekwu examines themes of identity, cultural preservation, and the tension between progress and tradition.