Written by Segun Odebunmi
Perspectivising Our Independence
My overrated contentions can’t go unexpressed!
I’m still greatly perplexed that Nigeria,the supposed ‘giant of
Africa’ still relies overly on her colonial masters at every decision
point.
More often than not,I stand to question the credence of our
57-year-old INDEPENDENCE.
Sometimes,I’m almost tempted to presume that we got our self-rule on a
platter of gold. These assertions of mine aren’t unconnected with my
muses. A truly independent nation would:
> empower her youths such that they will be useful to themselves and the nation at large.
>not play politics of fire and brimstones during electioneering campaigns and afterwards.
>provide selfless service to her citizenry.
>unify her diverse ethnic differences so as to let true peace reign.
>find strength in her obvious diversities
Is Nigeria truly independent?
BIO:
Segun Odebunmi is a budding bard,a playwright and lover of Literary Critiques. An alumnus of UNILORIN.
Lolaspen: It’s getting hotter and interesting! Next week wednesday is another time with another writer. What’s your view, let’s hear your voice. And don’t forget to tell a friend to tell a friend that something really special is going on here @ lolaspen. Thanks for stopping by. And lest I forget, there is the possibility that some writers would deviate from writing about Nigeria’s Independence to what Independence means to them personally. I decided it shouldn’t be limited to Nigeria’s Independence alone but our Independence as individuals. You don’t want to miss out.
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