TO ALL SOUTH AFRICANS FROM A NIGERIAN BY BABA OJONUGWA JFO South Africans, hear me... Respect Nigerians, a bond of history We stood by you, through thick and thin Against apartheid's chains, our spirits within We opened doors, when the world turned cold Gave shelter to your people, young and old Our brothers and sisters, in the fight for right Together we marched, through the dark of night We shared our resources, our hearts and our homes Supported your struggle, as you roamed From Lagos to Johannesburg, a bond took hold A friendship forged, in the fire of freedom's gold So let us not forget, the ties that bind The love and the laughter, the tears we left behind Respect and kindness, a two-way street South Africans, respect Nigerians, a bond so unique Let's celebrate our differences, and find common ground Build bridges of understanding, and turn hatred down We made you, and you made us, in the struggle for freedom's call South Africans, please respect Nigerians for together we stand tall. BABA OJONUGWA JFO (c)2024