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February 21, 2025 at 05:09 AM
*LEKKI HEADMASTER CHAPTER 4 SUMMARY*
The chapter begins with Mr. Bepo receiving a late-night call from Mrs. Ignatius, a parent at Stardom Schools. This irritates him, as he feels she has overstepped the boundaries of their cordial relationship. Mrs. Ignatius complains about her family’s ongoing visa issues, which she believes have been complicated by her husband’s suspicions about the paternity of one of their children, Favour, who attends Stardom.
A year earlier, the Ignatius family had planned to relocate to London. Mr. Ignatius, a manager at an oil firm, was initially reluctant but eventually agreed to the move for the sake of his children. However, during the visa processing, a DNA test revealed that Favour was not Mr. Ignatius’s biological child. This discovery shattered the family, leading to mistrust and complications in their plans. Mr. Ignatius’s distrust grew, and he began doubting Mrs. Ignatius’s faithfulness, further straining their relationship.
Mrs. Ignatius shares her frustration with Bepo, insisting that she did not cheat on her husband. However, the embassy denied their visas, leaving the family in turmoil. She wonders whether Favour knows the truth and expresses concern about the family’s future. Bepo listens but is preoccupied with his own upcoming relocation, seeking relief from such dramatic incidents at Stardom.
Meanwhile, Bepo reflects on his experiences at Stardom, noting that running an elite school came with challenges. He learned that parents often have varying temperaments, ranging from respectful to difficult. He hopes to document these experiences in a book someday, believing his time in the UK will give him the space to reflect and write.
The chapter closes with a subplot involving Mrs. Ladele, a devoted Nollywood fan. One night, while watching a romantic movie, she hears her daughter, Bibi, scream in fear. Bibi reveals she has been having nightmares about Mr. Ayesoro, her government teacher at Stardom, who is known for his deep tribal marks. This leads to her reassignment to another house at school, but the fear lingers. Eventually, Mr. Ayesoro is transferred to a different division within Stardom’s organization to address the situation.
This chapter addresses themes of family tension, mistrust, and the impact of unresolved issues on relocation plans. It also highlights the challenges school administrators face in handling sensitive matters involving students and parents