The Birth Of Nigeria

White strips of green Leaves on a black plant Were blessed with Freedom years ago The tears of they who are black Formed the rivers of they who are white The sweat of they who are black Nursed the walls of They who are white..... Then: The calm yet heavy wind of change Blew through the land of The green pandas They who were black Wanted to own their sweat The eyes of they who are white Shone with bitterness and Pain But: They who are black had the lion's heart Their arms were blocks of unending strength their brains were sharp chisels that carved a beautiful future... Yes! It was years ago... Decades ago.. Half a century ago.. Yes! It was 56 years ago When the future Of a great nation Was birthed. Happy birthday, Nigeria! A country filled with rich culture and wonderful people. To all my Nigerian Friends here, I say Happy Independence Day and may your nation grow from strength to strength as we foster international peace and unity.