If Nigeria Was a Book

If Nigeria was a book, what type of book would it be I wonder Would the story be great, I ponder? Or would it be dull with no thrills like a cloudless night without stars Would it tell of the history of a land so warm with love and peace? And of the stories of our heroes’ past, warriors though not from mars Men who fought for a dream of a greater tomorrow without a plan in sight To build a country vibrant and strong like the great rock of Gibraltar If Nigeria was a book, what type of book will it be I wonder Would the story be true to life and tell of her current struggles, I ponder? A lackluster nation, whose back is bent under the weight of bad governance and insecurity A people with potentials but no real development, without joy, without hope The giant of Africa? But this giant is so lame, so lame it is afraid of its shadow What a waste, a shame and it breaks my heart If Nigeria was a book, what type of book would it be I wonder Would it be written about her future despite the present, I ponder? A super story of success and great accomplishments Of well-made roads, brightened by uninterrupted power at night A prosperous nation built by knowledgeable and skilled citizens The giant awakened finally and moving with strides akin to swaga A community of people as bright as day, brimming with joy like a roaring ocean If Nigeria was a book, I know it would be a blend of many plots I have no doubts the story will have a super ending- A best seller for sure!