After Independence, it is who you know, not what you know that matters, and Odili cannot lick boots. He teaches in a small private school for the autonomy. It does not cross his mind to seek help from Nanga in getting a scholarship for post-graduate work in London. Kadibe made the trip last year and learned much, just being in Europe. Nanga raises the question himself at the end of the reception, subtly suggesting Odili spend the holidays with him and meet the Minister of Overseas Training. In two months, Nanga is going to the U.S. to receive an honorary doctorate, which will push his eminence past Dr. Mongo Sego, M.P. Nwege glares at Odili as he takes down Nanga's address and threatens to tell Nanga about his views. Odili admits Nanga has.....
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