I believe in Nigeria, a land of abundant natural resources and rich human potential. I believe in the brotherhood of man and the commonality of human destiny in this land of inextinguishable promise.

I think of this glorious land with its dynamism and human dramas, the ingenuity and creativity of its people, the unyielding spirit and persistent optimism. And I believe…

I believe in this indomitable nation which conquered colonial rule and defeated domestic dictatorship to emerge strong into the dawn of its destiny as the leader of the African Renaissance.

I believe that Nigeria will attain its destiny as the largest and most powerful black industrial democracy. Africa will not make it without Nigeria. So we must believe…

I believe in the Nigeria that will define her own path, her way, in pursuit of the development of socially responsible institutions backed by individuals with integrity.

Nigeria craves economic success and social organisation, but above all she craves an architecture of power and socio-economic development which brings real happiness to the greatest number of her people.

I believe the re-birth of Nigeria has already begun. Amidst what can sometimes appear a pervasive despondency, fundamental work is being done by serious minded people to bring into being the New Nigerian Social Order.

I yearn for this New Nigeria. A land of justice and fair play where opportunity abounds for all and effortless achievement is discredited. A land where all persons are accorded equal validity and none accorded unearned ascendancy.

I yearn for the New Nigeria where we have cast off the seeds of suspicion, and destroyed the demon of divisiveness amongst us. I yearn for this New Nigeria which believes in herself and is ready to assume a place of pride among the comity of nations.
I believe in myself
I believe in this new Nigeria.
I believe…, because I am a Nigerian!

My last birthday was celebrated in the classroom as a final year law student of the University of Benin. I left the University in October, 2006 and proceeded to the Nigerian Law School for postgraduate studies. I am currently on the practical aspect of my studies attached to HIgh court 5 of the Edo State High court.
Indeed my first birthday as a university graduate was celebrated in the courtroom. I was woken up this morning by a call from a beloved friend and collegue- Noel Orji by some few minutes past midnight wishing me a happy birthday, several other calls and text message came from friends and well wishers but a particular call came from Abuja with an instruction that I should have fun. that call was from Tamarapreye Tabai another close friend and colleague.
I set out of my house in a glowing apparel that made me the cynosure of all eyes. God so kind my court did not sit and there was a quiet and legal grove in the courtroom. We ate cake made by our group leader and drank to our fill amidst laughs of happiness.
That was not the end! After a meeting, I proceeded to the nearest MR. BIGGS and had lots of fun with my friends Omoye, Pedi, Mimimi, Uyi, Francis, Ebe... after which I went shopping at Phil Hallmark a supermarket in Benin.
I finally arrived home at about 4.pm and began my personal groove. I'm not a good dancer and so I don't dance outdoor, but come see my digging it... this evening at the dance floor with my new blaziers which I picked up on my way back.
Indeed it was fun all the way.
Share in my fun by reading this story:
A Man lived alone in the countryside with only a pet dog for company. One
day, the dog died, and the Man went to the his pastor and said, "Pastor, my
dog is dead. Could there be a service for the poor creature?" The Pastor
replied, "I'm afraid not. We cannot have services for an animal in the
church. But there is a new church down the road, and there's no tellin' what
they believe. Maybe they'll do something for the animal; you can go and find
out". Then the Man answered innocently, "I'll go right away Pastor. But do
you think $50,000 is enough to donate for the burial service?" The Pastor
exclaimed, "Sweet Jesus! Why didn't you tell me the dog was a
Christian……….we definitely have services for all Christians. Take care!!

My First Birthday as a Graduate.
Translated into French by: Precious Ndidi Nwadimuya
My last birthday was celebrated in the classroom as a final year law student of the University of Benin. I left the University in October, 2006 and proceeded to the Nigerian Law School for postgraduate studies. I am currently on the practical aspect of my studies attached to HIgh court 5 of the Edo State High court.
Indeed my first birthday as a university graduate was celebrated in the courtroom. I was woken up this morning by a call from a beloved friend and collegue- Noel Orji by some few minutes past midnight wishing me a happy birthday, several other calls and text message came from friends and well wishers but a particular call came from Abuja with an instruction that I should have fun. that call was from Tamarapreye Tabai another close friend and colleague.
I set out of my house in a glowing apparel that made me the cynosure of all eyes. God so kind my court did not sit and there was a quiet and legal grove in the courtroom. We ate cake made by our group leader and drank to our fill amidst laughs of happiness.
That was not the end! After a meeting, I proceeded to the nearest MR. BIGGS and had lots of fun with my friends Omoye, Pedi, Mimimi, Uyi, Francis, Ebe... after which I went shopping at Phil Hallmark a supermarket in Benin.
I finally arrived home at about 4.pm and began my personal groove. I'm not a good dancer and so I don't dance outdoor, but come see my digging it... this evening at the dance floor with my new blaziers which I picked up on my way back.
Indeed it was fun all the way.
Share in my fun by reading this story:
A Man lived alone in the countryside with only a pet dog for company. One
day, the dog died, and the Man went to the his pastor and said, "Pastor, my
dog is dead. Could there be a service for the poor creature?" The Pastor
replied, "I'm afraid not. We cannot have services for an animal in the
church. But there is a new church down the road, and there's no tellin' what
they believe. Maybe they'll do something for the animal; you can go and find
out". Then the Man answered innocently, "I'll go right away Pastor. But do
you think $50,000 is enough to donate for the burial service?" The Pastor
exclaimed, "Sweet Jesus! Why didn't you tell me the dog was a
Christian……….we definitely have services for all Christians. Take care!!