Obi Okonkwo is a fictional character from the novel No Longer at Ease by Chinua Achebe. He is a young Nigerian man who struggles to balance his traditional Igbo culture with the influences of British colonialism. Obi is educated and works as a civil servant, but he faces challenges in his personal and professional life due to cultural expectations and societal pressures. Throughout the story, Obi's experiences reflect the complexities of post-colonial Nigeria. He grapples with issues such as corruption, identity, and the expectations of his family and community. His journey highlights the conflicts between modernity and tradition in a changing society.