A DINGHY FOR NDINGI

A DINGHY FOR NDINGI

(This poem was written in 2011 for one of my students in the Department of Journalism and Mass Communication of the University of Buea)

By Tikum Mbah Azonga

Imaginary doing
And imaginary underlings
That`s what I loathe most
But when it comes to candle light
And the wild roars of the deep blue sea
I surely gird my loins aright
And step into the arena.

Don`t we all love hoeing?
Or do you prefer David`s slings?
And those Achirimbi anemones about which you boast?
If you`re not ready for the fight
Then I`ll write to the Holy See
And request another dinghy by right
If you don`t like it, go to Ndjamena.