"ALSO HAVE AN IDENTITY TO DISPLAY" BY SULAIMON KHALID

Though I might not have Wole Soyinka's same kind of hair

Nor be Chinua Achebe's writing peer

But I also have an identity to claim

And a face to bring to fame.

My words might not sparkle like Shakespeare's quill

Nor my words, change them, like Angelou's will

But my pen, seeking, will also stand

And I will build a humble palace with my gentle hand.

My style is unique and has its distinct face

In the literature hall, I have my gentle place

My words, I weave into a physical design

And with every line, I ensure that soul reaches depth divine.

My writings tell that I'm born from Africa's soul

And bathe in fusion of tradition, to heal the soul

Not mimicking paths, but creating my special way

And forever, to make my voice and story stay.

© SULAIMON KHALID

- Nigeria

The poet persona encourages his ceaseless and unique writing skills. The bards confesses that he may not be as popular as well-known writers. Yet, when his work is read, Africa and unique themes are discovered.