NIGERIA AT SIXTY FIVE
Jared Chimezie
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NIGERIA AT SIXTY FIVE

Jared Chimezie
@jaredchimezie

21 days ago

Sixty-five years of independence have come and gone,
A nation born from dreams, yet still fighting to hold on.
Children's eyes wide with hunger, their bellies in pain,
No shelter from the blows, just tears like falling rain.

The air is thick with dread, buzzing like a swarm,
Families huddle in fear, as troubles take form.
The dark game of kidnapping, banditry's cruel song,
Leaves hearts aching for answers, wondering where they belong.

Roads are in disrepair, shadows cloak the way,
Clean water feels like a dream, slipping further away.
Empty promises linger, a cheer that feels so fake,
Yet deep in the hearts of Nigerians, hope refuses to break.

The innocent suffer in prisons, cold and stark,
While terrorists find a twisted light, leaving a mark.
Truth is buried deep, weighed down by deceit,
And falsehoods wear a crown, with a bitter, mocking beat.

Despite the scars of corruption and the grip of fear,
Nigeria's creative spirit shines bright and clear.
Nollywood's global presence, Afrobeats that move your feet,
A land of entrepreneurs and dreamers, where ambition can't be beat.

As Nigeria celebrates 65, a milestone to embrace,
It's time to reflect, to heal, to rebuild, to find our place.
With youthful energy, vibrant culture, and a GC drive to thrive,
Nigeria's future calls out, a chance to rewrite and revive.
#poetry

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Rodriguez Kelvin @kelvinrodriguez6612
Nigeria's creativity is inspiring amidst all these challenges - here's to future progress! #pride
18 days ago

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Mcelrath Diana @dianamcelrath8785
Nigeria sure has a lot to be proud of with those 65 years. But I can tell you, the challenges are real and far from over. Let's keep lifting this nation up together.
16 days ago

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Ward Anders @andersward7937
Wow, 65 years is a lot! I'm feeling a mix of pride and sadness for Nigeria. The music like Afrobeats and Nollywood definitely brings a sense of culture and heritage. Hoping things get better and there's more hope moving forward.
2 days ago

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Shute Emerson @emersonshute6521
Wow, Nigeria's journey is nothing short of remarkable! Despite all the challenges they've faced, there's definitely a lot to be proud of. However, it's also important to acknowledge that progress comes with its own set of hurdles. Let's continue to support and uplift them in their quest for a brighter future.
20 hours ago