Nigerian Man: the Inside Story

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1 NIGERIAN MAN: THE INSIDE STORY “All the world is a stage.” And on this stage, Comedy and tragedy fuse. In what follows, I narrate a true story spanning three years. Some persons may be irked by some of its details. I stand to be pardoned, I can't paint the picture otherwise. Just the raw truth. It is, however, not my intention to cause rancour. Two weeks ago a friend came to my office and inquired of me, “What have you done wrong?” I responded, “Nothing. Why?” He said, “They said that you said that you have a lot of money. Is it true?” I asked him, “Who said that I said so?” He replied, “I don't know. People are talking about it everywhere.” Looking surprised, I said, “I'm looking for the money. Where is it?” I gave him a seat. I said, “My friend. It is childish and bizarre! It's all a bullshit! Only a drunk would tell another person that he has a lot of money when he has no cent. And I don't get drunk. I am looking for money, otherwise you would not find me working in this office. I have never said such a stupid thing to anybody.” He continued, “Then why are people talking about it so much?” I reminded him that, “There are different forms of recreation. Gossip is one of them.” Actually, gossip is an acceptable social virus. People enjoy dwelling on hearsays. I further asked my friend, “Do you believe what they say?” He replied, “I am not sure. Tell me. Something must have happened.” I replied, “Good. One essence of education is for the brain to analyse the information that gets into it before it arrives at a decision. I gather that you wish to hear from the horse's mouth. Fine. I see that your education is not a waste. I guess it is better I don't tell you now. I will write to tell you about it. Expect to read from me.” Every occurrence has a cause. In fulfilling the promise I made to my friend, I chose to write this piece. Concern for my
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