Sometime ago,I met a friend who is an amazing painter.

He paints just anything he sights. he is so good at it, one could pay a fortune for just a piece(Not trying to over hype😁).

I really admire the zeal and effort he puts into it. you could see the happiness in his eyes whenever he’s down with it.
His creativity is just a top notch.
with all of these things I’ve mentioned ,there is a PROBLEM.

I know some of you have already pictured and imagined an attractive room with so many paintings inside and also some displayed outside.

Ever heard about the DEMONDS inside?
Everyone fights a demon inside. it could be fear, shyness, low self esteem, rejection, lies and so many of them.
His was the fear of rejection.
He has everything inside of him that if given a chance, the world would appreciate.
But, is he ready for it?

Is he confident that he is a star already with what he carries?
fear has taken a hold of him.
He fights it everyday thinking it would go away.
He thinks what he does is only amazing to him and maybe his family or a few friends.
So many stories he wants to tell through his paintings but, do these stories matter to the society?
The more he wants to let out, the more the fear of rejection he feels.
Many times, we do the things we love and give it our all but, while at it, we embrace the negative opinions of others.
Do whatever you love and find happiness in..
Go extra miles if you have to.
Do if for you.

Use those hurtful words you hear everyday from people to reshape and build yourself.
There are other DEMONS we fight within ourselves everyday that we shouldn’t run away from .

Find out what DEMON limits and sets you back on some things.
It might not look like a big deal but,there are lots of things we overlook and ignore that really matter.

That lie might look small to you or maybe it’s the way you get too careless with serious issues.

Your anger issues might also look normal to you but, it’s not normal at all. it is something you need to fight.
Your constant procrastination is also a demon you should fight.
I would also love to get as many feedback/comments as possible from my readers😃
I love you guys🥰
Opane_

A land where there ought to be endless opportunities but, all we see is endless brutality.

A land so beautiful but, where do we find the beauty in chaos and pain?

A land where our differences do not matter but, we do not know if it
still does…
A land where pains and sufferings only makes us stronger but, can our strength still carry us along?
A land where the labor of our heroes passed should give us hope to not give up but, everything seems to be in vain..
A land with so much creativity but, does the creative mind still matter in the society?

Our flag signifies peace but,can we freely rest our heads on our pillows without having countless thoughts of waking up safe the next day?

When can we ever work the streets of our beloved land like we own it?

When will we start sharing good opportunities instead of shedding innocent blood?

Our hearts bleeds…
Our spirits and souls are shattered…
Our bodies keep wandering in fear and bruises…

Our land which flows with milk and honey now flows with blood and tears.

Where did we go wrong?

Aren’t we supposed to be protected by the authorities?
Where did we go wrong?
What ever happened to us being our brothers keepers?

Should we allow religion and tribalism come between the peaceful relationships we’ve had in the past?

Should we allow our selfish leaders brainwash us into living in pieces instead of peace with each other?

Should we cut ties with our brothers and sisters of different religions?
Should we give jobs and be good to our tribes alone?
Should our achievements benefit our families alone?
Should we replace humanity with bitterness?
Should we loose our faith and patience?
Should we give up on our dreams?

All we wanted to do was to make things right but, everything turned against us.
Why???

Does it mean our land has no place again?
Does it mean the youths will continue to be treated like outsiders and criminals?
Does it mean that our dear nation has lost her glitters and brightness?
Do we practice what we preach?

Oh Nigeria!!!
Where is your love and kindness?
Where is the laughter you’ve always had?
All we see now is a pool of uncontrollable tears.
We used to know a lot about our country but, we are not sure anymore.
We are not sure of the countless times we’ve hurt each other.

Oh Nigeria!!!
What happened to you???
Your soul yearns for peace.
We are too young to give up too soon.
We need to rise up and keep our differences aside.
Arise, oh young Nigeria!!!
The time is now.
We pray for a new Nigeria.