DARKNESS TO THIN LIGHT

"My name is Harvie, and this is my story. I lived with my family in the northern part of Nigeria ,we fought we strugged to survive. My father a soldier but due to some issues he was dismissed he did his best to provide for us, but the economy was harsh. My mother, a resilient businesswoman, adapted to the changing times. She once sold akara (bean cakes), roasted corn, kerosene, and provisions, but as the economy dwindled, she switched to selling alcoholic drinks and cigarettes.

Despite the challenges, my family persevered. However, not everyone was as fortunate. The rich continued to thrive, stockpiling food and resources, making it increasingly difficult for the less privileged to survive. The cost of living was exorbitant, and many people struggled to afford basic necessities.

As the situation worsened, desperation set in. People began to fight for survival, and the country teetered on the brink of chaos. The president did what he could, but it seemed like a drop in the ocean. The needs of the people were too great, and the system was too flawed.

This is the Nigeria I grew up in, a country of stark contrasts, where the haves and have-nots existed in vastly different worlds. Yet, despite the darkness, there were glimpses of hope, of resilience, and of the unbreakable human spirit. This is my story, a testament to the strength and courage of the Nigerian people."