The Dream Driver

The Dream Driver tells the story of William Obi, a humble, honest and meticulous young man who, through determination and perseverance, studied law. After his call to the Nigerian Bar, the level of unemployment and challenges of starting a life as a new wig made him look like a never-do-well. Every attempt he made to rise above his poverty level nearly proved abortive. Yet he was determined to live his dreams. His honesty, humility, and meticulousness, which his learned colleague, Azundu, perceived as weakness and not suited for the present day’s realities, later became cherished character traits.

His life was surrounded by unsolicited prophecies. According to Prophet Isaac, he was destined to be great, a celebrity in the world. However, he might’ve killed someone or been killed if his mother did not pray adequately for God to avert the ugly fate. That did not pose any problem to William Obi. There was another prophecy directing him to pray against marrying another man’s wife. This one haunted his heart as he lost his first love on his way to his dreams.

Against all odds, his talent as a great poet discovered him. He was uplifted beyond imagination as his war poem he recited at the British Council Building did magic. A British professor, Mr. Kite, worked for his invitation to the British Embassy to process his visa to the U.K. for his master’s degree and vocational training in literature. His poem was also short listed among the three outstanding poems for an annual award.