More Than Just a Country

We have felt the sting of pain; endured the promises of empty gains. Our patience has passed through the fire; our strength, hope, and desire. The world has laughed at our misery; a show of sheer daylight mockery. Nations turned their backs on us; in tears we rode our lonely horse. Drums of war threatened our peaceful air; tribalism attacked our weaknesses to bare. Some predicted our division with scorn, others doubted the rising of our morning sun. But today, we stand on a united hope; marching through history without thoughts to elope. We have seen the worst on our land; nothing can tear us beyond the last band. We’re more than just a country; we are the honey in Africa’s poetry. In honour we’ll rewrite our lost story, giving hope in place of selfish glory. We are Nigeria; king of Africa! Our culture stands tall without any replica. We shall flourish beyond water and sand, to preserve our home - our beautiful fatherland.