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Irony: African Leadership and Covid-19

April 9, 2020
Fade

Nothing compares to speeches made by the eyes When fine memories tumble into low faint sighs Now see our glamour fade before the waking morning With the old tree, where we played sitting and grinning Mourning the demise of a union which might not be Or which was but could not be totally seen

April 9, 2020
On Covid-19 Vaccines by West Indamakin

Author’s opinion, editted by oiroegbu.com Today Africa is slapped with Covid-19 vaccine testing because of her over dependence on the West for solutions to every challenge faced by the continent. African leaders deny their countries modern medical infrastructure like hospitals and adequate resources to support professionals to attain desired results and match what health practitioners…

April 9, 2020
Beautiful Day

Is it not a beautiful day? From our places of comfort and seclusion, I trust everyone can get at least a warm and beautiful view of nature, of trees swinging in strong winds, of bird cries across the skies, and sunshine over quiet country or town. I’ll love to share your experiences over a bottle…

April 8, 2020
When Leadership inspires

Leadership is a great responsibility. It’s in no way a small feat because it involves handling other people’s issues. For the public to trust anyone with power and authority such a person must have earned it through evident charisma and selfless character. A leader is open minded, available to lead the way, and be able…

April 7, 2020
By Still Waters

By still waters, happiness is found

April 6, 2020
Self Reflection 26: Be Kind

Be generous with kind words and deeds.

April 5, 2020
The sun may hide

The sun may hide for a while But faith is our fortitude and citadel

April 4, 2020
Update on CoronaVirus in Africa

April 4, 2020
Self Reflection 24: Be Strong, Be Yourself

“To be yourself in a world that is constantly trying to make you something else is the greatest accomplishment”_Ralph Waldo Emerson

April 4, 2020
Nostalgia: Traveling memories

I remember my first attempt at hunting. I was a little boy then and just arrived my hometown for holidays. It was fun and I was glad I went home. As a town boy I had little experience in hunting and general country life. Traveling home was a great way to get in touch with…

April 4, 2020
A kind poem

I sit in my little space To watch the world spin, I watch kindness show How joy and hope is sown I consider the wind And her benevolent ways, How she spreads fertile seeds To lands far and unknown And realise as I strive to find happiness That other people’s joy matter too So when…

April 3, 2020
Smile for me

Smile for me beautiful child Show me your happy face Let me find inner peace Because of your beautiful smile Do not be shy Let those lips part, Let your joy fill me with hope Let me see those little dimples And the lines of your face Smile for me pretty African child Let go…

April 2, 2020
Information on COVID-19 in Local Languages

April 2, 2020
Self-Reflection 23: Generosity

Spare a coat, clothe the naked Spare a spoon, feed the hungry

April 1, 2020
Movie: The Ghost and the Darkness

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 a thriller you will enjoy. Plot from Wikipedia. Trailer: https://youtu.be/8ijWipUdxFc?si=-q-ftG1fTJuavCo0 **** Plot: In 1898, Sir Robert Beaumont, the primary financier of a railroad project in Tsavo, Kenya, is furious because…

March 31, 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 solitary. Now it’s raining heavily outside! I’m seconds away from dancing in it but the lightning is frightening. I smell the wet dust. I’m sure mushrooms will visit tomorrow, haha.…

March 30, 2020
Leadership and Nigeria’s Covid-19 situation

March 30, 2020
Need for an Afrocentric response to Covid-19

March 29, 2020
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.

March 29, 2020
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 wheat sing with the mountain, And with you, beautiful birds; choir made in Heaven.

March 28, 2020
Self Reflection 21: Faith 2

Believing is seeing, not the other way round.

March 28, 2020
I choose Faith over Fear

March 27, 2020
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 of gutted fruits and vegetables, Markets swam with strange faces Human stench overwhelm the breeze At the distance, grasslands burn Hawks descend upon thick smoke As the fire lick the…

March 27, 2020
Stars glitter for you

Stars glitter for you when you look up at the sky.

March 26, 2020
Diary of a Village Boy: The Leopard Spirit 7 (Crocodile at the Stream)

Dada said I had to be strong to attend the next Tales by Moonlight night. He also promised I could play and hunt with other children if I got well fast. So I took my medication and exercise seriously. The moonlight night tales come once in a fortnight, sometimes it may be delayed especially during…

March 25, 2020
Self Reflection 19: Get Knowledge

Not to know is bad, not to wish to know is worse. African proverb.

March 25, 2020
Just In: Jack Ma’s donation arrives

March 24, 2020
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, a friend from Akwa Ibom state and CEO Senocreme. Meeting Seno, some years back in University of Uyo, I didn’t observe she had an enterprising mindset. Smart and taciturn, I…

March 24, 2020
Covid-19 Update in Nigeria

March 24, 2020
Mother

March 22, 2020
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 within and without you

March 21, 2020
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, When I muse over it

March 20, 2020
Update on Covid19

March 19, 2020
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, My free, worthy friend! Rejoicing when our pots fill To embrace mother Nature’s bliss.

March 19, 2020
Thoughts on Africa and Covid19

March 18, 2020
Update: Covid19 in Africa

March 17, 2020
Wait on the Stars

Night is falling, I wait on the stars to tell a tale or two.

March 15, 2020
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, thereby becoming a hindrance to that person’s progress. Keep in mind that we can achieve progress when everyone in our boat is rowing with and not against us. ***

March 14, 2020
Self Reflection 13: Happiness

Fill yourself with joy. Let your inner self radiate true happiness.

March 14, 2020
Stay Safe

News of the spreading virus makes the headline each day. I think everyone can play a role to stop it. I’m impressed and grateful for the effort, resources and time our health and medical workers employ to contain the virus. I think bloggers should help by talking about it and sharing information about the virus…

March 13, 2020
Homeland

I love you homeland

March 13, 2020
Another visit to Ovim’s Hills

March 13, 2020
Self Reflection 12: Patience

The law of sowing and reaping may take time to manifest sometimes, but it will surely come to pass.

March 12, 2020
Cling to Hope

I cling to hope She woke slowly But I must wait

March 11, 2020
Self Reflection 11: Feed your Faith

Feed your faith, starve your doubts.

March 10, 2020
Happy birds

Take flight happy birds See where the world ends Take no note of your stress Just live for another fine day

March 10, 2020
Lullaby: Breezy Night

Breezy nights are fun, Soft air descend, Caressing the happy curtains, Flirting with the candle light And casting a strange shadow From the pool, the frog choir began Preparing for their procession Yet this night is very young So I wait for the coming rain And her wonderful lullabic songs

March 9, 2020
Self Reflection 10: Don’t worry

Worry gives a small thing a bigger shadow. Feed your faith and don’t be anxious!

March 9, 2020
International Women’s Day

I wish everyone a happy International Women’s Day! Remember, education is still the best empowerment.

March 8, 2020

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