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Episode 1: "A New Beginning"

Date: April 1, 1993

The scene opens in a small but bustling hospital in Benin City, Nigeria. The air is filled with tension and excitement. Omobuwaire Izevbua, a tall, strong man, hurriedly ushers his wife, Uwemwen Ihenyen, into the hospital. She is in labour, gripping his hand tightly, her face twisted in pain.

Uwemwen (in agony): "O papa! O papa!" 😖💕

Omobuwaire gently tries to calm her, but he can barely hide his own nervousness. They reach the delivery room, where a doctor stands waiting. The doctor is Dr. Eghosa, a calm and experienced man with a reassuring smile. He looks up as they enter.

Dr. Eghosa (with a warm smile): "Benin, right?" 🩺🌍

Uwemwen (nodding, panting): "Yes."

Dr. Eghosa: "Okay, let’s do this." 👨‍⚕️✨

The scene transitions to Dr. Eghosa guiding Uwemwen through the full delivery process. After a tense and emotional time, a baby boy is born. The baby cries loudly, and the room fills with emotion. Dr. Eghosa carefully cuts the umbilical cord, wrapping the baby in a soft blanket.

But something feels wrong. Omobuwaire and Uwemwen exchange a puzzled look. The baby they hold isn’t like them—it’s white. 😲👶

Dr. Eghosa (surprised, but trying to remain calm): "Everything is fine, just a... bit unusual. But he’s healthy."

Uwemwen, still shaken, holds the baby close, tears in her eyes.

Uwemwen (softly): "Eghosa, thank you for helping. I want to name my baby Oluwatobi Eghosa Izevbua." 🍼💖

Dr. Eghosa’s eyes fill with tears. He nods, deeply moved by the gesture.

Later, Omobuwaire is standing by the door when Uwemwen enters with the baby. He looks at the child in her arms, his expression shifting from confusion to anger.

Omobuwaire (with disbelief): "Firstly, wasn’t his name supposed to be yours?" 😡

Uwemwen: "His name is Oluwatobi Eghosa Izevbua." 🗣️

Omobuwaire stares at the child again, shaking his head in disbelief.

Omobuwaire (angrily): "We’re not Yoruba! And where in hell is this ‘bobo abino’ coming from?!" 😤

Uwemwen (defensively): "I did nothing wrong, my love." 😔💔

Omobuwaire (furious, yelling): "I bet you cheated with Francis—the fine guy from Yoruba land and Germany! You tried to play me!" 👀❌

Uwemwen’s face drops. She is hurt and exhausted, but she tries to calm the situation.

Omobuwaire storms off and calls his grandfather, a respected elder in their village, for help. The grandfather arrives shortly, looking grave. He insists that they must perform an ancient ritual to determine whether the child belongs to Omobuwaire or not.

Grandfather (serious): "If the child is truly Omobuwaire's, he will survive. If not, he will die." ⚖️🔥

The ritual is set to take place in their village, under the watchful eyes of the community. The tension builds as Omobuwaire, Uwemwen, and the baby are taken to the ancestral grounds.

The episode ends with a cliffhanger—the ritual begins.

End of Episode 1 🎬

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Episode 2: "The Ritual and The Journey"

1993, The Ritual Scene:

The scene opens in a spiritual clearing deep in the village, where Omobuwaire, Uwemwen, and baby Oluwatobi (Tobi) are surrounded by elders and villagers. Tobi, now just a few days old, is in his mother’s arms. The air is thick with anticipation. Omobuwaire stands stiffly beside them, his eyes darting nervously. The grandfather steps forward, his face solemn.

Grandfather (muttering to the spirits): "Elders of the land, we seek your judgment."

A strange spirit suddenly appears, shimmering in the air. It’s both ethereal and unsettling, and its eyes glow as it hovers over the baby.

Spirit (in a low, echoing voice): "Is this your pikin?" 👻

Uwemwen (without hesitation, softly): "Yes, this is my child." 💖👶

The spirit’s glowing eyes shift to Omobuwaire.

Spirit (pointing): "Is this pikin for that man?" 😳

Uwemwen (nervously but firmly): "Yes, he is for Omobuwaire."

The spirit pauses, its gaze lingering on Omobuwaire, and then it nods slowly. With a flick of its ethereal hand, it vanishes, disappearing into the night air.

The villagers exchange glances, the tension dissolving into whispers of relief. The grandfather steps forward, his face still frozen in shock, while Omobuwaire stares at his wife in disbelief.

Grandfather (shocked, whispering to himself): "He’s… white?"

Uwemwen (calmly, with a small, reassuring smile): "My dear, Tobi, you are free." 🎶✨

Uwemwen begins singing softly in Edo. The gentle tune is full of love and hope. Omobuwaire, still in shock, stands frozen, unable to process the situation. Slowly, his posture softens, and a tear escapes his eye. Uwemwen holds Tobi up to him.

Cut to: 1998, Five Years Later – Tobi’s Childhood:

The scene transitions to Tobi as a 5-year-old boy, playing football with other children in the village. His blond hair and fair skin stand out against the darker-skinned children, and he struggles to fit in. His playmates laugh and mock him.

Child (mocking): "Look at the ‘Abino’! He’s white!" 🤡

Another Child (laughing): "Sey, abino!" (meaning albino) 🤭

Tobi (looking down, hurt): "Why do they laugh at me?" 😞

Tobi, trying to ignore the taunts, begins to cry softly as he walks away from the group. Uwemwen notices from a distance and rushes to him.

Uwemwen (gently hugging Tobi): "Don’t listen to them, my dear." 💔

Later, at home, Omobuwaire is speaking with Uwemwen, his tone full of frustration.

Omobuwaire (angrily): "I can’t believe this! My son, my flesh and blood… They won’t stop mocking him!" 😤

Uwemwen (calm but firm): "I’ve had enough too, my love. Tobi deserves to be treated with respect!" ✋

Omobuwaire (determined): "No more. I’ll protect my family. We will go far, no matter what." 💪

Omobuwaire’s resolve hardens. He decides to take matters into his own hands. He leaves the house, going to a local car wash where he starts working, washing cars and doing odd jobs. His pride is bruised, but his family’s future is on the line.

He works tirelessly through the days, washing cars and cleaning toilets, doing whatever it takes to make ends meet. Despite the exhaustion, Omobuwaire never gives up.

Cut to: A Few Months Later – Omobuwaire's New Job:

One day, Omobuwaire comes home looking worn out but with a sense of pride.

Omobuwaire (with determination): "I’ve got a job. It’s with a sick woman, a 32-year-old. I have to take care of her. It’ll take months, but it’s a start." 🏥💼

Tobi (shocked): "Dad, no! It’s going to take months!" 😲

Omobuwaire (firmly): "I have to do this, Tobi. I need to make money to support us." 💪💵

Tobi and Uwemwen exchange looks, but Omobuwaire leaves for his new job. He takes care of the sick woman, tending to her needs, doing everything he can to save money for the future.

Cut to: The Big Decision – Leaving for the UK:

After months of saving, Omobuwaire returns home, looking exhausted but hopeful.

Omobuwaire (with excitement): "I’ve saved enough! We’re leaving. I’ve gotten us passports!" ✈️🌍

Uwemwen (in disbelief): "Wait, we’re really leaving?"

Omobuwaire: "Yes. We’ll go to the UK, start a new life. Tobi deserves more than this." 🇬🇧

They begin preparing for the journey. They buy tickets, say their farewells to family, and prepare to leave Nigeria.

Tobi (looking nervous but excited): "Dad, I can’t believe we’re really going to the UK!" 🛫

Scene: Airport Farewell:

The family arrives at the airport, the weight of their decision hanging in the air. Tobi looks out at the airplane, his heart racing.

Omobuwaire (reassuring): "This is for you, Tobi. For all of us. A new life begins."

They board the plane, and as the aircraft ascends into the sky, Tobi looks out the window, thinking of everything they’re leaving behind. The feeling of embarrassment and uncertainty lingers in his heart, but he knows his family is finally going to find a new beginning.

End of Episode 2 🎬

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Episode 3: "New Beginnings"

Scene 1: Omobuwaire Searching for an Apartment (UK, 1998)

The episode opens with Omobuwaire walking through the streets of the UK, his eyes scanning the signs of apartments for rent. The hustle and bustle of the city are overwhelming at first, but he remains determined to find a home for his family.

Omobuwaire (to himself, muttering): "This is it. We need a fresh start. A place to call home."

He walks into a building with a real estate agent, who shows him a few apartments. Omobuwaire inspects each one carefully, making sure it’s suitable for his family. After looking at several, Omobuwaire finds a cozy, small apartment on the top floor.

Omobuwaire (smiling): "This one. It’s perfect."

The agent nods, and they begin the process of paperwork. Omobuwaire’s face lights up with relief and satisfaction. This is their new home.

Scene 2: Moving Into the Apartment

The scene transitions to the apartment move-in day. Omobuwaire, Uwemwen, and Tobi are unloading boxes from a small moving van. Tobi, excited but tired, carries a small box with his belongings, while Uwemwen takes charge of the kitchen boxes.

Tobi (smiling as he carries his box): "I can't wait to start my new life here, Dad!"

Omobuwaire (laughing, setting a box down): "We’ve got a lot of work ahead, but it’s going to be good. This is our new beginning."

They all work together, unpacking their belongings and setting up the apartment. Tobi is excited about his new space, while Uwemwen focuses on arranging the kitchen and making the home feel welcoming.

As they unpack, Tobi runs to the window, staring out at the new surroundings.

Tobi (excited, pointing): "Dad, look! We’re so high up!"

Omobuwaire looks at his son and smiles.

Omobuwaire: "This is a fresh start for all of us, Tobi. We’ll make it work. Together."

Scene 3: Tobi’s Enrollment in School

The scene shifts to the school enrollment office, where Omobuwaire is speaking with the school secretary. He is looking for the right fit for Tobi, who is eager to start at a new school and meet new friends.

Omobuwaire (with a small smile): "My son, Tobi, he’s new here. He’s a bit different from the other kids, but he’s smart and loves football."

The secretary looks at Tobi, who’s standing beside his father, trying to act confident despite the overwhelming new environment.

Secretary (nodding): "We have a great environment for kids from diverse backgrounds. He’ll fit right in. We have a football team that he could join, too."

Tobi beams at the mention of football. Omobuwaire nods, feeling assured that they’ve made the right decision.

Scene 4: Tobi’s First Day at School

The following day, Tobi is at his new school. He’s excited but nervous, as he walks through the gates of the school. This is a new beginning, and he hopes it will be better than his time in Nigeria.

He’s enrolled in St. Matthew’s School, where many of the students are white or from different backgrounds. This is a world away from the bullying and mockery he faced in Nigeria.

As Tobi walks through the hallways, some students glance at him curiously. A few of them whisper among themselves, but nobody laughs. Tobi feels both awkward and hopeful.

Teacher (leading Tobi to the class): "Class, this is Tobi. He’s new here. Let’s make him feel welcome."

The students nod, and Tobi finds an empty seat near a group of friendly faces. One of the students, a boy named Oliver, smiles at him.

Oliver (kindly): "Hey, welcome! I’m Oliver. You like football?"

Tobi nods enthusiastically.

Tobi: "Yes! I love football." ⚽

Oliver: "Awesome! We play after school. You should join us!"

Tobi smiles, happy to have made his first friend. The class proceeds with introductions, and Tobi feels a little more at ease.

Scene 5: Tobi’s Football Match

Later that afternoon, after school, Tobi is on the football field with his new classmates. The sun is setting, casting a golden glow over the field. Tobi is in his new football kit, and he’s ready for his first match. He’s been excited all day for this moment.

Tobi (focused, to himself): "This is it, Tobi. You’ve got this." 💪

The teams are divided, and Tobi is placed on a team with Oliver, Jake, and Liam, among others. Their opponents are another group of students led by Max, who seems confident but not overly skilled.

The Match:

The match kicks off, and Tobi’s team is immediately on the attack. Tobi, despite being new, shows his skills with quick footwork and sharp passes. He’s not the biggest player, but he has speed and agility.

Commentary from the Sidelines (from Oliver): "Go, Tobi! You’ve got this!" 🗣️⚽

As the match progresses, Tobi shows incredible talent, dribbling past defenders with ease. He sets up Jake for a beautiful pass, who scores a goal. The crowd cheers, and Tobi feels a rush of excitement.

Tobi (grinning as Jake scores): "Nice one, Jake!" 😄

As the match nears its end, Max’s team scores an equalizer, tying the game 1-1. The match enters its final moments.

With only a few seconds remaining, Tobi receives a long pass from Liam. Tobi’s eyes widen in focus as he controls the ball with his chest, making a quick decision to shoot. He kicks the ball with precision, sending it soaring into the top corner of the goal.

The Goal: ⚽🔥

Oliver (shouting): "YES! Tobi scores the winning goal!" 🎉

Tobi’s teammates rush to congratulate him, lifting him in the air. Tobi, surprised and thrilled, is momentarily overwhelmed but happy to finally feel accepted and appreciated for his talents.

Tobi (breathing heavily, laughing): "I did it! I scored!"

Oliver (laughing with Tobi): "You’re amazing, Tobi!"

The game ends with Tobi’s team winning, and as the players shake hands, Tobi feels proud, finally in a place where he belongs.

Scene 6: Back at Home, Omobuwaire Reflects

That evening, Omobuwaire and Uwemwen sit down in their small living room, watching Tobi play with his new football. They are proud of their son’s progress, but Omobuwaire still feels the weight of everything they’ve been through.

Omobuwaire (looking at Tobi with pride): "He’s found his place here, Uwemwen. It’s all worth it."

Uwemwen (smiling): "Yes, it is. Tobi’s strong. He’ll be okay."

End of Episode 3 🎬

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