The Battle of the Ballot Box
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Ongoing, First published Apr 19, 2023
The poem explores the theme of betrayal of voters in a recent election in Nigeria. It describes the chaos and violence that occurred during the election, with thugs and hoodlums intimidating voters and stealing ballot boxes. Despite the promises made by the electoral body, the election was seeing as not free and fair, and the people were left feeling disillusioned and angry.

However, the poem also expresses hope for a better future, where democracy truly belongs to all, and not just the chosen few. It highlights the bravery of those who fight for the right to choose and pave a path to a new dawn of democracy, where the people's voice reigns supreme. Ultimately, the poem is a call to action for the nation to strive for a more just and equitable democracy, where the people's voices are heard and respected.
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