Raised by a controlling father in the village of Keti, the twins navigate a landscape shaped by Nigerian modernity, missionary Christianity, and traditional tribal beliefs.

His journey is marked by personal tragedies and a sense of loss, making him a quint essential Nigerian hero with his own moral integrity amidst adversity.

Through poorly worded letters home, LaMamo's existence takes on a mythic quality for Mamo, representing the untaken path of action over contemplation.

As Mamo navigates the complexities of his existence, haunted by the spirits of the past and the specter of what could have been, Measuring Time emerges as a poignant exploration of the human condition amidst the flux of history and tradition.

Within Keti, the novel explores various spaces, including the village churchyard, where the spirits of the past linger, and the homes and schools where the brothers navigate their lives.