The Power Of Naija (Dedicated to The Eagles Of Naija)

First it seemed tumultous
But not insurmountable
The pressure was on
Eyes fixated on the goal
The way a Cheetah pursues a Gazzelle

It took time
But the ice melted
Yes, the sneaky ice melted
Despite a sloopy first half

It was a game of passionate intensity
As two lovers on a valentine's night
But this was love turned inwards
Which produced results

Just three days back
I engaged my Comrade in a bet
Faraway in Cotonou
When he doubted the soaring capability of the Eagle

Today, we merry
The Nation is joyous
Africa is agog
Because "Nigeria is a goal"
Maybe i should say "Musa is a goal"

You will be castigated
Burnt and deeply criticized
But never give up
For the broken has a story
Becoming Masters at mending

Just "Negodu"
Suddenly, i heard the breaking news
Musa has become a husband material
A good time to have a letter "M" in your name

To the glory of success
The indomitable spirit o Naija
That transcends the vastness of Africa
Viva forever
Argentina, bring them on!

Babatunde Raimi (Author/Life Coach/Poet)