Iska by Cyprian Ekwensi

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Iska by Cyprian Ekwensi

Iska follows characters navigating life in a rapidly modernizing Nigeria, where traditional values are constantly challenged by city life, wealth, and social ambition. The novel focuses on individuals trying to find purpose while dealing with poverty, temptation, and shifting moral standards. Characters move between rural roots and urban environments, struggling with identity and survival. A key theme is how modern life reshapes relationships, especially for young people who are drawn to city opportunities but face emotional and moral challenges. The story also reflects Ekwensi’s wider concern with urban transformation, showing how people adapt or fail to adapt to changing social systems.