There is No Alternative to Nigeria

My Guy, I have always known that you've got 'plastic patriotism' but what is this all about?

Bros, you are probably aware of what I'm going to tell you now. You see, my kind of job gets me to visit and actually live a few days in all parts of the country. I have noticed that in every State capital, when government workers' salaries are delayed for a few days, every succeeding day is like a Sunday.

What do you mean?

The days pass slowly in solemn contemplation.

You mean everyone prays? That is good, at least to usher in peace and more blessing to our dear land in the midst of terrorist anarchy everywhere in the world.

Far from it. When workers salaries are not paid the economies of these States begin to wind down. But as soon as the workers receive their pay - Bang! the States come alive.

What are you getting at?

None of the States can survive outside the THE HOME - Naija

Are you implying they are parasites?

No. They are symbiotic. Bros, I reckon you can still manage this 'O' level biology. Or perhaps you never went to this type of school. Let me explain. A symbiotic relationship is one that benefits both parties.

So what is the relationship of this biology to what you are saying?

Good. You see all the ethnic nationalities need this place called HOME - Nigeria - not only to survive but to prosper. Apart from that they need it to be 'great'. Take for example the big three: The Yoruba people are not great because they are Yorubas. They are great because they are Nigerians. The day they cease to be Nigerians, they loose the right to those juicy jobs in the banks and other major corporations.

Yes, go on.

The Hausa person is not great because he is Hausa. He is known because he is a Nigerian. The day he stops being a Nigeria, 'chikina'. There is no way he can aspire to the leadership of 140 million strong 'smart people' plus the government appointments that go with it.

Ok, I'm with you.

The Igbo man is not great because he is Igbo. He is recognized because he is a Nigerian. The moment he relinquishes that heritage - he would loose this vast territory to sell his wares.

In effect our interests are better protected within a Nigerian nation. Is that what are saying?

Yes Bros. But you see there is so much ignorance, arrogance, and shear stupidity especially among the ruling class.

What about the ordinary people? How much of this understanding do they have?

They know this too well that they are appealing to people like you to take this message to your colleagues. The average Nigerian just want to continue to 'wack' his garri in peace, unity and progress.

My Guy, this is another food for thought. I thank you very much for this on the eve of our 47th Anniversary.

Bros, Action... and I may cease this opportunity to wish you and other country-men and women a happy independence anniversary.

Lights Out at 9 pm

My Guy, you have been too quite these days. I hope the curfew is not getting a better part of you?

Bros, your wisdom is more than that of King Solomon. Remember the last time you were here, the City could not contain you. You even left hmm. hmm. hmm a progeny.

You were so young then, how did you know this? I have always known that you like Senior jokes but this one is too expensive.

There are no secrets under the sun. Remember, that was the time your very close pal nick named the place 'Port High life'.

My oh my, how time flies. But how are people generally adjusting to the current situation in PH, I mean Port er. er. yes highlight, abi high wire, ....iya high life?

Bros, to cut a long story short: The Women are happy that their men can no longer stay out late; the Men are frustrated and the Children are indifferent.

So it is a good thing after all. We have to bring back good moral standards to out society. All those men running after anything on skimpy skirts, show your 'bom-bom' trousers, etc will now be forced to play with their housemates or wives at home.

Bros, with due respect, you are not any better. We are all aware of your escapades. But to the real issue: Peoples livelihoods are at stake and we are not sure how much longer they can take this. The looming economic catastrophe this indefinite curfew will bring may yet fuel another crises. This City of Port Harcourt depends on every hour of the 24 hours, every day, in every year to live on and in good times prosper.

My Guy, I see your point. But the 'Senior Prefect' has to do his duty and put out the lights at the appropriate time because you and your people are really trouble makers. Now we see you, at other times we don't. Just like willie.. .willie, you know what I mean.

Yes we all have out duties to do but by whatever means the 'Prefects' must come to a decision to get the City working gain. No, not indefinite lights out.

So what do you want me to do. My Guy, I really want to help at least for your sake. I know how you miss those gyration sessions in the Clubs.

Bros, thanks for your understanding. Please try and explain the situation to the 'Principal' to prevail on the 'Senior Prefect' to remove this 'bedtime rule' after all the City is not in a 'State of Emergency' - so were are told.

Thanks, I shall be thinking about it.

Bros, ACT now. ACTION is all that is needed to save an already ugly situation.