A Wonderful World

By Vincent Evhade

A Wonderful World! You cannot tell the particular broomstick that will kill a fly neither can you know the food that is sweet by merely looking at it. You cannot judge people by their present situation in life as long as they are still breathing. But like many people, this is the fundamental mistake that Mr Giwa Smart, Utaina Ekugbe's teacher, makes in this story. He makes Utaina feel as if he is less than a human being. But in truth, no parent can be proud of Utaina's achievements. Even Utaina is ashamed of himself. But then, fate enters into the situation. In spite of Utaina’s miserable situations and Mr Giwa Smart's evil character, how they can both agree that this indeed is a wonderful world at the end of this story, which is full of shocking twists and adventure, is simply incredible! This story, which is about the transitional life and self-discovery of Utaina as he goes through his own share of challenges in life, also highlights the Okpameri culture and history in an exciting way.

• Language: English
• Publisher: COMMUNE WRITERS INT'L
• Release date: Jan 10, 2023
• ISBN: 9791222046112

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A WONDERFUL WORLD

VINCENT EVHADE

Published by:

Lerato Book Publishers

University of Ibadan Campus (within UI Printery facilities)

P.O. Box 9399 U.I. Post Office, Ibadan Nigeria.

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©  Vincent Evhade

All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording or otherwise, without the prior permission of the publishers.

First published 2022

PREFACE

This book is a wonderful creative work that reminisces on our rustic travails in the course of seeking western education. Besides, the author strives to blend Okpameri culture and history, which to some extent reflects on the narrative at the initial development of the narrative.

The story is focussed on the development and education of a Nigerian child, considering the suffocating environment, highlighting the evil impacts of some hostile teachers who in their ignorant assumption consider some pupils as can-never-do-well in life, as we see in the case of Utaina.

However, Utaina in this story is an emblem of hope and encouragement to any child who thinks he or she can never amount to anything in life because of the present situation; a child who has given up or who considers giving up. In addition, as we see at the end of the story, Utaina demonstrates a rare human character of forgiveness.

This wonderful attribute is what is needed not only in our daily human relationship, but, even though it is sometimes difficult to do, is also what is needed to give human beings a hope of everlasting peaceful relationship. It is the source of everlasting peace of mind and joy of living. This indeed is the highlight of a story that is entertaining and full of intrigue and suspense in human relationship.

Jide Ogunlana

Ibadan

2022

DEDICATION

This wonderful book is dedicated to these notable personalities:                                     

To God Almighty who is always there for me anytime, anywhere and any day. Therefore, I remain eternally grateful to Him. 

To all my wonderful readers out there.   

To all dedicated, committed and hardworking teachers around the world who constantly demonstrate passion for the noble teaching profession. 

ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS

I am indebted to God Almighty for giving me creative ideas. The wisdom and knowledge to write this book is purely from Him. Therefore, I remain eternally grateful to Him. I wish to register my gratitude to the following people for their inputs and support; my beautiful wife Mrs Felicia Evhade, Evangelist Fred Arowolo and Pastor Roland Atere; to my good friends, Dongo Earnest Tunde, Dr Isaac Atere, Oguntoye Samuel, Abiola Sunday, Aizebioje Eugene Augustina, Great David, Akogun Ezekiel, Agada Friday, Mrs Florence Orji . You're all wonderful friends and a source of inspiration to me. I also owe Mr Jide Ogunlana so much appreciation for reading through the manuscripts, making necessary corrections, amendments and suggestions. I humbly promise to further justify your faith in me and work even harder in order to make you all happy and bring comfort and pleasure to you my audience through this wonderful creative medium of information and entertainment.

CONTENTS

PREFACE:

DEDICATION:

ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS

Chapter 1: Welcome to a New World

Chapter 2:  Hard Time Befell Ekugbe's Family

Chapter 3:  Utaina at School

Chapter 4:  The Suspension

Chapter 5:  Uncle Johnson

Chapter 6:  Setting the Pace

Chapter 7:  A Change for Excellence

Chapter 8:  Utaina Conquered His World

Chapter 9: A Wonderful World

Chapter1

WELCOME TO A NEW WORLD

Omonema Ekugbe had just finished her household chores when she started feeling pains around her lower abdomen. She knew it was time for her to deliver the baby she had been carrying in her womb for the past nine months. Meanwhile, she had been advised by the village maternity nurse where she had been registered that she should not engage herself in strenuous work and she should trek regularly as a form of exercise. This, the nurse counselled, would be of great help to her during delivery.

Then the time came and she went into labour. The pain was prolonged.  Before this time however, she had sent a message to her mother-in-law for urgent assistance because she was alone at home. Her husband Mezafi Ekugbe had left very early to the neighbouring village of Lampese for his normal carpentry work. The mother-in-law rushed in and tried to rush her to the hospital. By then, the baby had started coming. She couldn't be rushed to the hospital again. It was late. Omonema Ekugbe's mother-in-law at this time felt the need to hold her firmly when the time came. She encouraged her to push even though she was finding it difficult. At last, the expected baby came with a cry. It was a bouncing baby boy with jelly-coiling hair. Her mother-in-law praised God for a safe birth, Oshokhoze mogbo ooo! She commented, meaning God I thank you!

Omonema Ekugbe experienced terrible pains indeed but it could have been worse if not that she had been taking the nurse's advice and this had helped her greatly.

Without wasting any time, the baby was taken care off. It