They call it the Dark Continent

And with pride it smiles

Relishing the fragrance of the compliment

And swimming in the ocean of its own style.



A continent of people with intellect

Dynamic people with strong will power

Whose touch on many life’s reflects

The gratitude of its effect forever.



Where are the developed nations?

Without the dark torch-bearers

Whose skills leave the world in admiration

And give nations the nickname, ’ super powers’.



Oh! Africa, do smile

Cos the power of Africans this poem illustrates

For It is indeed worthwhile

To be labeled the darkness that illuminates.

muideen olawale jimoh

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