As we observe our social distancing, I started seeing old favourite movies. I remember this historic film back in the days. Trust me, this is
Month: Mar 2020
Rain!
Guess what! Heaven’s tummy is rumbling! There’s some comfort from Heaven finally! It’s been hot since weekend, coupled with the Covid-19 issue, life has been
Leadership and Nigeria’s Covid-19 situation
As of March 29, confirmed Covid-19 cases in Nigeria rose to 111 and counting. The sad reality is that African leaders are not doing enough
Remember 2
Remember… My wrinkled lips were once your muse, The moonshine and joyful tears we shared Remember… My shaky hands once held you while we danced
Need for an Afrocentric response to Covid-19
I received this thoughtful anonymous write up and like to share it with everyone. **** Dear Writers, can you help share this to get to
Self Reflection 22: Get Knowledge 2
A lack of knowledge creates fear, seeking knowledge creates courage. NB: To reject something you know nothing about is ignorance.
I hear you whisper
I hear you whisper in the morning, Waking to your tweet and joyful song, Lonely morning, seeds spread to the rising sun, Fields of tropical
Self Reflection 21: Faith 2
Believing is seeing, not the other way round.
I choose Faith over Fear
Just few months ago the world celebrated the new year. People, companies and countries nurtured aspirations and dreams, hoping for a happy year. But the
Self Reflection 20: Dream
If you can dream it, you can do it _Walt Disney
Modern Chaos
Untarred dusty roads, free wind beat Ancient hills hanging in the smog, While heaps of trash greet travelers Airy morning now, cheerful birds sing Smell
Stars Glitter for you
Stars glitter for you When you look up the skies
Diaries of a Village boy: The Leopard spirit 7
Papa said I had to be strong to attend the next Tales by Moonlight night. He also promised I could play and hunt with other
Discrimination: Who’s the enemy now?
I watch the news daily for updates on Covid-19. I’m glad to see heartwarming stories of our success in the fight against the global spread
Self Reflection 19: Get Knowledge
Not to know is bad, not to wish to know is worse. African proverb.
Dream
You came as a Dream to me This Dream has made me beautiful
Just In: Jack Ma’s donation arrives
Medical supplies to fight Coronavirus donated by Chinese billionaire, Jack Ma, arrives Nigeria The shipment, which came in via an Ethiopian Airlines flight, carried 5.4
Creative Baking: Senocreme
Maya Angelou opined that one can’t use up creativity. The more you use, the more you have. Join me to welcome my guest, Seno Ukpe,
Covid-19 Update in Nigeria
The virus is still at large and people move about freely as usual. Some news agencies reveal frightening figures. I can’t confirm these figures yet.
Self Reflection 18: Hope
Smile my friends, Nothing, no problem lasts
Muse: Our idea
I love the idea of you and I Riding to the setting sun I see where the country ends But our love will never die
Self Reflection 17: Companionship
Surround yourself with worthy people. Your network is your net worth.
Mother
Love is a beautiful journey in your eyes, You cook all day to feed our hungry selves And you eat only when we’re satisfied, Our
Self Reflection 16: Look beyond
Look beyond the mirror called self.
Beautiful Spring
Rainfall or shine, flowers and bird calls Squirrels and trees, spring brightens all Dwell in tree houses, sit out in beaches, Live in the beauty
To my First Grays
You make me look old Like the folktales I told I wish away old age But they say gray is sage I feel happy warmth,
Self Reflection 15: Compassion
Consideration for others is the basis of a good life, a good society.
Galaxies
Galaxies shine, Cloudy night they belong Sea breeze play with waves
Update on Covid19
The World Health Organisation (WHO) asked African leaders and health institutions to prepare for the worst. I’m afraid, African leaders are doing little or NOTHING
My Friend, the Free Wind
I like that I soak in the rain, Catching water drops That melt before my eyes I play with Nature’s gifts, Dancing with the wind,
Beauty
Beauty is the ladybird Waking in the midst of dew To enjoy a quiet and lonely walk
Thoughts on Africa and Covid19
I follow recent global events with keen interest. I’m worried and hope that this scourge end soon. I’m aware that the growing pandemic is leading
Update: Covid19 in Africa
This image from CGTN Africa show African countries with confirmed Covid19 cases. Stay safe everyone. #coronakindness
Spring
Green and red leaves may fall When spring sing from tree tops And blue skies are her muse
Folklore: The Straw, the Coal and the Bean from Gutenberg Project
In a village dwelt a poor old woman, who had gathered together a dish of beans and wanted to cook them. So she made a
Self Reflection 14: Courage
Being deeply loved by someone gives you strength, while loving someone deeply gives you courage. –Lao Tzu
Muse: Think of us
Think of a future together, Let it go if you can’t see one
Wait on the Stars
Night is falling, I wait on the stars To tell a tale or two
The Magic in a Smile
A smile is the prettiest thing you can wear. Let me tell you a story of how my experience got me an intern position in
Thoughts: Friends Vs Foes 2
After watching this funny video I concluded that people are not always what they seem. Friends, colleagues and even family members may sabotage someone’s effort
