Nigeria,
my fatherland,
I love you.
I cherish you;
though ravaged,
and descrated,
I love you
Nigeria,
land peopled with mighty men
I love you
I love your beauty,
I love your might
both natural and human;
though scavengers
make you writhe in pains,
I rejoice in you.
Nigeria,
land of my birth,
You'll outlast these
evil times, and be strong
Nigeria, I love you,
even in this ragged cloth
that hang on your shoulder;
I love you...
Heartfelt, engaging write, Emeka. The entire continent of Africa, and its many peoples guard many a treasured secret... Well done, Poet.
Peace,
Carolyn
Let's hope that the people along the Niger will hear your clarion call and restore your homeland to its rightful glory. Tribal hatred has no place when we are the tribe of one. A beautiful love song.
Still Living on my Feet is the follow up to Tichaona Chinyelu’s first book, In the Whirlwind, which was rooted in a sense of hard-hitting revolutionary black love. However, in this sophomore effort, Tichaona brings the revolutionary essence from deep
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Peace,
Carolyn
So good men and your lovely family may live in peace.
And enjoy such a richly beautiful land.
Beautifully done!
Eileen
"Love Song (1)" sings with clear VOICE.
An enjoyable and stimulating reading.
Long Healthy Creative Live, Poet.
Andre Emmanuel Bendavi ben-YEHU
Ron
called "Neria" came to my mind reading this.
Have you ever heard the CD?
A beautiful song that moves you deep inside!!
Well written Tribute!!
Will download it to AD and maybe you can listen to it!!
Love Tinka