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The Giant of Africa you are;
With lots of forests, vegetation and swamps in the south, dry land in the North – a unique blend
You stand out amongst equals
Some people say you are a corrupt nation but I chose to see your good sides
It takes a lot of tolerance and courage to have over 120 million people from over 250 ethnic groups speaking over 4000 dialects to stay together, as you have, since the civil war that ended in 1970.
You are blessed with human, natural and mineral resources – an asset that many envy.
You are a voice to be reckoned with across the globe – no wonder world leaders keep knocking at your door every now and then.
If you are not unique, then why these visits – you know ‘success has many fathers but failure is an orphan’.
There is something; lots of good potentials about you, that people will get to see in the coming years.
Nigeria, walk tall, shine on, the Giant of Africa you are, the Giant of Africa you will always be.
NIGERIA, I believe in You.
I am proud to be a Nigerian.
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'Yemisi
Hello there! I'm Yemisi, a Nigerian female with a passion for developmental initiatives.
I love writing because it's a way of adding value to other people's lives, i.e. sharing. We all are who we are today just because sometime in our lives we had opportunities to read what someone else had written.
I like advocating for the voiceless, especially the less-privileged ones. I love programs that focus on children, teens, youths and women. I also believe that we all can live lives worthy of emulation (by generations yet unborn) if we contribute positively - by putting in our best in whatever we are involved in.
My first degree is in Economics and I also have a Masters in Humanitarian & Refugee Studies. I'm currently in University of Jyväskylä, Finland studying for a Masters in Development and International Cooperation.
I'm interested in issues relating to children, youth and women empowerment, especially in developing countries like Nigeria.
I have authored 3 books titled - "Child Development: Whose Role", "Let's Help Nigeria", and "Charisma and Character".
I am a facilitator, trainer, business advisor/consultant and a motivational speaker. My goal is to contribute to socio-political and economic development through skills transfer, knowledge sharing, networking and policy advocacy.
Thanks to TIG for giving me a unique platform to share with and meet new friends!
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Nigeria in reality... StillMe EverGreen | Apr 6th, 2004
A land of possibilities...hail NIGERIA!!!
inspiring olawale | Apr 10th, 2004
it is good to have people believe in our nigeria. ride on brother.
Very Nice ISAMOTU, Wasiu Olalekan | Sep 7th, 2004
I seriously appreciate you love for this special and peculiar country Nigeria. Nigeria is the giant of Africa in deed and our leader are working towards of leting it stars continue to shine and God will grante them. I pround to a Nigerian.
good one Afeez Adeyemi Adisa | Feb 10th, 2005
You ve really done well here and am also proud to be a nigerian...
True Kasope | Jul 21st, 2006
Very true...im just as proud
I Just Fell In love With This Poet! Emperor Omorogiuwa Edionseri | Oct 20th, 2007
You are epitomy of a true nigerian. Ha! this is great! I'm flattered, to know people like us are still available out there. May "our heroes past" bless your soul. This is good. Peace and love but forgive me to say, somewhere you're forced to percieve that it' more on the prosaic side. What do you think? Nevertheless, the theme is of best.
What a wonderful Poem Kalu Samuel Anya | Nov 24th, 2008
Yemisi,
Your poem is highly appreciated if only Nigerian Laeders will make it their aim to make Nigeria a better place so that our brothers and siters in Diaspora can be encouraged to invest in Nigeria.
TEMIDAYO OLUWAFEMI GREATS | Mar 4th, 2011
even me too regardless what happen. but he dey me sha!
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