INTERNATIONAL ISLAMIC POETRY ANTHOLOGY 2015 INVITE

Where are the poets? Something exciting is breaking... :)
 
Poetic Tee, "Here, take a sip" has been approached by an intellectual online Islamic Da'wah group to submit 15 poems to be published in a proposed international anthology - "titled: MELODIES FROM THE MINARET.

It's a clarion call on Muslim poets around the globe to submit creative entries in a forthcoming Poetry collection.

This project is aimed at featuring insightful poems, beautifully written and creatively flavored with Islamic touch and acceptability as the core requirement.

The aim of the anthology is to propagate Islamic precepts through poetry. It is a type of intellectual da'wah (calling to the path of Allah) to remove misconceptions about Islam and eradicate Islamaphobia among humanity.

The anthology will be published in an Ebook Format (PDF) and will be made available on prominent Islamic websites and blogs for easy download.

The ebook will be for free and the merit as well as the copyright of the works remain with the authors."

NOW READ THIS:

Do you wish to participate in this noble project? Then this is an opportunity for you to be published in an international anthology project specially meant to propagate Islam. A chance for you to be read by the rest of the world, both Islamic and secular. A rare offer for you to leave a legacy to be proud of.

You are all hereby invited to write and make poetry submissions using any poetic style of your choice on Islam or any aspect of it.

REQUIREMENTS:

*Theme is Islam ~ Allah, Muhammad, Quran, Tauhid, Salat, Fasting, Ethics, Interactions etc.
*Only original poets' works are acceptable. No plagiarized poems are allowed.
*Styles used ~ Free verse, Sonnet, Haiku, Cinquain, Tanka, Nonet etc should be clearly indicated next to titles with a harsh tag (#).
*Each piece must employ poetic devices to present a very rich and very deep universal Islamic message.
*Usage of sound Islamic words and dictions are highly recommended, accompanied by keys to non-English words used to garnish the entries.
*All entries should be submitted to MinaretMelodies@gmail.com
*Successful entries would be featured for starters here on my Facebook wall, blog
 www.tijjanimuhammadmusa.blogspot.com and www.designworldinternational.com, an online magazine for all to see, read, appreciate and acknowledge.
*10 Best entries based on their eloquence, message value and worth would then be chosen for onward publication.
*Authors new works, existing and previously published poems are eligible.
*Maximum of 3 entries only.
*Entries must be accompanied by Brief Biography of poet
*Entry closes on 31st January, 2015 at 11:59pm

All further inquiries should please be directed to Tijjani Muhammad Musa's mmtijjani@gmail.com.

WHICH WOMAN WOULD YOU RATHER MARRY?

...Written by Tijjani Muhammad Musa
(Inspired by a WhatsApp funny message)

Women are our constant companions. So many different types to choose as life journey mates. Each choice with its advantages and disadvantages. Some say women are nothing, but trouble. Others say they are just a bunch of problems. Still some would say "Women and their wahala."

Well as it is with them, so it is with men. Different men with their different palavas. Not withstanding all this unverifiable opinions, men are still the ones who marry women, father their children and their source of prestige in human society as married women.

One of the major comforts of this life, women form part of our joys and pleasures of living, which for many is never complete without them. And that brings us to the careful choice of a woman to mother your future generations. Which one will it be among the list below?

It's not marrying a last born that's the problem
She's so spoil rotten.*

It's not marrying a first born that's the problem
She often acts stupid.*

It's not marrying a hawker that's the problem
She's such a spendthrift.*

It's not marrying a naïve girl that's the problem
She needs tutoring in almost everything.

It's not marrying a prostitute that's the problem
She can never be trusted.

It's not marrying a virgin that's the problem
She takes a long time to be initiative.

It's not marrying a graduate that's the problem
She's her own oga at the top or boss.*

It's not marrying an illiterate that's the problem
She's arguementative and never convinced.

It's not marrying a city babe that's the problem
She's expensive and costly to maintain.*

It's not marrying a village girl that's the problem
She can be so, so embarrassing.*

It's not marrying a beautiful woman that's the problem
She's never stable and can be so frustrating.*

It's not marrying an ugly girl that's the problem
She's hard to show off to friends.

It's not marrying a girl from a rich family that's the problem
She's so pompous, arrogant and full of herself.*

It's not marrying a girl from poor family that's the problem
She's forever demanding and complaining.*

It's not marrying a light skin babe that's the problem
She's always sick, an Out-Patient.*

It's not marrying a dark skin one that's the problem
She's not for driving around in a posh car.*

(c)2014 Tijjani M. M.
All Rights Reserved

*Translated and additional words by Tijjani M. M. Original in Hausa by THE SUMS SEEKER.

THE OGBUAGU 1 (The Lion-Killer)

BEHOLD! THE LION KILLER OF ABA & AFRICA

MUHAMMAD OKECHUKWU BUHARI!!!

The Enyi of Aba has conferred a chieftaincy title upon ‪#‎Buhari‬.
He is now formally recognized by the Ndigbo community as Muhammadu Okechukwu Buhari, The Ogbuagu 1 (The Lion-Killer) of Aba.

Behold The Chief Himself, Mr. President Sir! (In sha Allaah)

GOODLUCK JONATHAN GOVERNMENT'S REPORT CARD

I want this on my blog just for the records

Abbakar Modi Jabo wrote:

Jonathan, The Best In Nigeria During His Term As President:

1. Petrol from N65 to N97 -in most other
places over N120
2. Kerosene from 50 naira to 120 and above
i.e (unofficial price).
3. Garri from N150 to N260 per measure
4. Sugar/flour/ beans/ all from N180 to N350
per measure
5. Electricity charge from N1,250 to N4000
per month and yet no light
6. Scarcity of money but abundantly available
for groups campaigning for TAN etc
7. Killings from few individuals to whole
communities being wiped out
8. Police/ military roadblocks from 1 per
40km to 2 per 3km
9. Crude oil illegal bunkering from 10,000
barrels to 100,000 barrels stolen per day
10. Industrial strikes by many organisations
11. Sack of few workers to thousands of
workers
12. WASSCE from 40% failure to over 70%
failure
13. Trust, love and unity among citizens from
much to zero
14. Stealing in billions of Naira to billions of
DOLLARS or TRILLIONS of naira
15. Budget implementation from 40% to less
than 20% Per year
16. Roads from potholes to huge craters and
cut-offs
17. Economy from worse to greatest in Africa
on paper, but the masses from poor to
poorest
18. Politicians defect from one party to the
other in an unusual fashion and soldiers also
defect to other countries
19. Transport fares on both air and road
networks have shot the roof
20. Bribe takings from only police to soldiers
inclusive
21. ATM charges from zero to N65 per
transaction
22. New English phrase called 'Tactical
Manoeuvre' when soldiers are deliberately
dispatched with low grade weapons to be
killed by a well armed "Boko Haram"
23. Bribery scandal
24. Police pension scam
25. Oduahgate
26. Bart Nnaji NEPA scandal
27. Allison jet scandal
28. Orisajafor $10 million arms scandal
29. Subsidy scam
30. Immigration death scandal
31. Missing $20 billion
32. Handlin boko haram wit kid glove
33. Election delegate bribe
34. Sheriff/ Ihejirika case, etc.
35. Increase in taxes and austerity
36. 16 is greater than 19 in democracy.

Please VOTE him OUT Come 2015.

WHO'S IMMUNED? ‪#‎Haiku‬

...by Poetic Tee, "Here, take a sip."

Done to the Rasool
Look at his sirah, at him
Peaked, till Judgment Day.

(c)2014 tijjani m. m.
all rights reserved

ARCHITECT OF WORDS ‪#‎Haiku‬

...by Poetic Tee, "Here, take a sip."

Architect of words
We give them work to do, says
Writers to critics.

(c)2014 tijjani m. m.
all rights reserved

TIJJANI'S QUOTE 20

Ignore ignorant minds ignorantly expressing ignorant speech. - Tijjani Muhammad Musa

SOLAR CAR IN KANO?

Solar car in Kano! For real? This I've got to see... :)

 

Cruising along Sabo Bakin Zuwo (State) Road of Tarauni Quarters of the Kano metropolis when he was noticed moving slowly at a steady pace on the fast lane side of the road. This normally would have generated a lot of anger, annoyance and multiple car honks, but instead it attracted the curiosity of other road users, pedestrians and even those standing by the road sides.

A man with gray hair in his late 50s was sitting in a box-like entrapment made out of wood, in the shape of a toy car. One would have dismissed the object moving on 4 motorcycle wheels as a nuisance to fast traffic, but for its uniqueness. Uniqueness in the sense that, though it was looking nothing like a state-of-the-art vehicle of taste, it was moving in total silence through the street, without a single sound.

One is left wondering what could be propelling it quietly on the highway, without the usual noise or exhaust fumes associated automotive engines. Could it be possible that it is not driven by a conventional engine? The answer is a simple, definitive "Yes." It is a vehicle that is moving on solar power! Right here in Nigeria and in the old ancient city of Kano? Unimaginable!

What more is there to say about this amazing technology that is the future pursuit of mankind, a pollution-free, green and carbonless fuel using machine system? Do keep it a date on this page as we feature the innovative story of Isma Solar Tech.

Coming Soon!!!

Source: DesignWorld International "It's All About YOU"

BOTTOMLESS LOVE

...by Poetic Tee, "Here, take a sip"

A love story sold
By love about a love loved
Her lovely name? Lurve.

At first sight she fell
Into a bottomless pit
Falling she still is.

Strange she has been court
By many romeos who couldn't fight
For a love they sought.

Unexpected thrill
Discovered him in a smile
Never to be same, she.

In him she finds peace
Sunflower to bright sun light
Bewitched she trails it.

Love dwells in her heart
It's for him and no one else
Yet, pride rapes her feel.

Poor of means, rich soul
Glitters, lusters, for stars
Choice made, gainless pain.

Happiness she craves
In his company she blooms
One word floors her high.

She craves his touch bad
In that sanity abides
Dungeon, dragons, den.

Her heart hurts severe
Sentenced to dwell in despair
Vampires on fire.

Taken, shaken, pain
"Don't let me die while alive"
Is true love a crime?

A slave she's become
Adorn by lust, full of thrust
Tattered, mangled doll.

Tears overflow dams
Drowning sea, sweet anguish, hell
Frowns, fights, fists, faints, fin.

Why hurt she, so sad
A sweeping swift stitch in time
Could have save nine. Sigh.

(c)2015 Tijjani M. M.
All Right Reserved

CHANGE IS INEVITABLE. ALL WE NEED IS ONE MAN.

Written by Tijjani Muhammad Musa

1999 marked the beginning of the so-called 4th republic, in which Nigeria as an independent nation is trying its hands at being ruled by a democratically elected government. Out of desperation to douse the looming crisis facing the nation then, the military government under General AbdulSalam Abubakar quickly arranged and organized an election, chose another retired military General they were comfortable with and handed power over to him as a civilian president.

It was turbulent from the start as was expected, but considered a learning period, all were requested to exercise patience. And so by the end of the first 4 years, election time came with the entrance of more military persons into the Nigeria's political terrain. Among them was General Muhammad Buhari, a one time Head of State, whose tenure was short-lived via a coup in 1984, again by another military General Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida.

A no nonsense displinarian, Buhari ventured into politics a green-horn. He vied for the highest political seat, the presidency, against an incumbent and having come, bearing grudges from several people his earlier military rule had touched, most of the elites, victims and relatives of his tough government stance did not support him, except the masses who are what really mattered in a democracy.

That election was a testing ground for Buhari, whom many did not want in politics due to his cleanliness. His reputation as an incorruptible personality goes ahead of him. And with the new direction the country was being steered towards institutionalizing corruption, many saw Buhari's principled presence as a threat, a sort of stumbling block.

What dirty playing politicians, who deliberately play it that way to scare reputable, sound minded persons from being in politics foresee is, if the likes of Buhari should be allowed to remain in the game, many more like him will find it comfortable to enter politics and sanitize it, so their (bad political players) days would be over...

Besides, they believed politics is a dirty game and only dirty people should be seen engaging in it. Thus whoever is seen meddling in politics is assumed to be a dirty minded person, no matter his credibility. Yet, it is these same politicians who end up in decision-making positions. One can only wonder what good would come from such minds toward the people they rule over.

But, he wanted in, seeing that it is politicians who decide the fate of any people, not intellectual or sound minded and morally upright persons. So, despite his impeccable reputation, he bravely stayed in, withstood their abuses, embarrassment, bashing, smearing, image tarnishing, slander, lies and treachery, character assassination and much more all in their desperation to flush him out of "their" terrain.

A trained mind and body in resilience, he bore them all and contested in 3 different elections in 2003, 2007 and 2011, against 3 different presidents, Obasanjo, Yar Adua and Jonathan respectively, never retreating, never surrendering to the intimidation of the might and power of the day.

He was not able to become president on each occasion, not because he was not voted by the voters, nor because the candidates he contested against were more credible or better qualified than him, and again not because he has not proven legally in court with proofs and evidences that the elections were full of flaws and discrepancies to be credible, but because of the popular adage "He who pays the piper dictates the tune."

Nigeria's electoral body, though suppose to be independent and even has the word as part of its name, Independent National Electoral Body (INEC), like many government funded outfits, dances to the dictate of any president in power. Thus clearly, the body is incapable of conducting a free and fair election.

Buhari did not fail to win all the 3 other elections (2003, 2007 & 2011) he contested in, but the incumbency power and control he ran against, had denied him victory each time using the judge and jury electoral body under each ruler's absolute control and later the courts, who rather than be bold in ruling fairly based on truth findings, would choose not to "rock the boat" by unseating persons now illegitimately in power.

How possible is it for any president in power to contest for a position he so badly wants to hold on to and has full power to swing in favor of himself, yet refuse to tip the scale to make him the eventual winner, most especially here in Africa?

Obasanjo knows it, Yar Adua (RIP) knew it and Jonathan knows it too, that they never actually won those elections fair and square. In a free and fair election, all three of them (OBJ, SMY and GEJ) combined know it that they are just like the biblical Goliath, who could never ever defeat David (Buhari).

They know it, you know it, I know it and the whole world knows it, that given a neutral playing ground with unbiased umpires conducting an election between Buhari and any of the PDP candidates or even PDP the party itself, Buhari would vanquish them all by the power of the people and the power of God Al-Mighty.

This was typically exemplified in the latest and current freest and fairest election ever conducted in Nigeria's political history, which was organized and executed by All Progressive Congress (APC) during their just concluded presidential nomination primaries in Lagos in November 2014. PDP had even forgotten elections like that still existed, having "perfected" a method of imposing unpopular candidates both upon themselves internally and upon the nation externally.

Here, the man dusted contestants who came with their best in money, track records, gingered support and much more in the likes of former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, Governors Rabiu Kwankwaso and Rochas Okorocha and Sam Nda-Isiah. Not forgetting his earlier defeat of ex-Governor Ibrahim Shekarau and Nuhu Ribadu in 2011, when 12 million Nigerian voters casted their ballots in Buhari's favor without any coercion of federal structure or backing.

Now, the challenge is this. Can Goodluck dare it, if not because of the fact that he is at the helm of the nation's affair. Could Goodluck Jonathan be brave enough to stand against Buhari, were he not the Commander-in-Chief of the Nigerian Armed Force and all the Federal Government apparatus are under his power, control and disposal? He wouldn't have even dream of trying it. And this I believe with utmost conviction.

Why is it permissible in our constitution for someone in power to contest for a post he is holding without first resigning or relinquishing that position, then run for which ever office he or she desires as a neutral candidate like every other contestant? Winning under such circumstance would truly demonstrate a person's popularity among the people.

And if only that was obtainable, one is sure all the Jonathanians and Niger Deltans that are busy shouting fire and brimstone about their worst nightmare and choking fear i.e. Jonathan's exit from power and vacating Aso Rock come May 2015 would not dare say it. Yet kiss the dust of defeat he shall, even under the prevailing circumstances, before the awe inspiring Hercules of a phenomenon that BUHARI is.

Though many are afraid for their tomorrow based on fake prophesies of doom casted by soothsayers about Nigeria in 2015. We can only pray that may their mean and evil forecast return back to whence it came from and in sha Allah (so it shall BE). Nothing but good and positive CHANGE will happen to Nigeria in 2015. We are believers in God, both Christians and Muslims and in God, let the believers put their trust.

It is by God's Infinite Wisdom that He Permitted all others to ascend the throne of power and for Buhari to wait and not ascend that seat as a democratically elected president yet. It is actually in preparation for the uphill task of returning the country back from the brink, from the edge, from the abyss that we are precariosly positioned now. God Almighty Loves consistency in goodness and a man gets only what he strives for. Buhari shall triumph by the Grace of God.

Patiently he has attempted to become an elected president 3 consecutive times. 3 times he has been denied, for a purpose. The "Never give up" is the spirit of all winners, and so when the time is right, non-quitters always win in the end. So, soon Nigeria shall be set free. This nation will rise to prominence, against all odds and join other committee of nations, occupying its rightful position.

CHANGE is inevitable. All we need is one man and as ordained by Allah (God), so it shall unfailingly "BE" by His Living Grace and Power! Ameeen!

(c)2014 Tijjani M. M.
All Rights Reserved

ENSLAVED BY A LOVE ‪#‎Nonet‬

...by Poetic Tee, "Here, take a sip"

Time
Stood still
For she looks
Spotlessly clean
Without a blemish
Even after being gone
For twenty four years+ mo'
A sun rise, coupled with flashes
Yet, she's still enslaved by a love, lost.

(c)2014 tijjani m. m.
all rights reserved

WHICH WOMAN WOULD YOU RATHER MARRY?

...Written by Tijjani Muhammad Musa
(Inspired by a Whatsapp funny message)

Women are our constant companions. So many different types to choose as life journey mates. Each choice with its advantages and disadvantages. Some say women are nothing, but trouble. Others say they are just a bunch of problems. Still some would say "Women and their wahala."

Well as it is with them, so it is with men. Different men with their different palavas. Not withstanding all this unverifiable opinions, men are still the ones who marry women, father their children and their source of prestige in human society as married women.

One of the major comforts of this life, women form part of our joys and pleasures of living, which for many is never complete without them. And that brings us to the careful choice of a woman to mother your future generations. Which one will it be among the list below?

It's not marrying a last born that's the problem
She's so spoil rotten.*

It's not marrying a first born that's the problem
She often acts stupid.*

It's not marrying a hawker that's the problem
She's such a spendthrift.*

It's not marrying a naïve girl that's the problem
She needs tutoring in almost everything.

It's not marrying a prostitute that's the problem
She can never be trusted.

It's not marrying a virgin that's the problem
She takes a long time to be initiative.

It's not marrying a graduate that's the problem
She's her own oga at the top or boss.*

It's not marrying an illiterate that's the problem
She's arguementative and never convinced.

It's not marrying a city babe that's the problem
She's expensive and costly to maintain.*

It's not marrying a village girl that's the problem
She can be so, so embarrassing.*

It's not marrying a beautiful woman that's the problem
She's never stable and can be so frustrating.*

It's not marrying an ugly girl that's the problem
She's hard to show off to friends.

It's not marrying a girl from a rich family that's the problem
She's so pompous, arrogant and full of herself.*

It's not marrying a girl from poor family that's the problem
She's forever demanding and complaining.*

It's not marrying a light skin babe that's the problem
She's always sick, an Out-Patient.*

It's not marrying a dark skin one that's the problem
She's not for driving around in a posh car.*

(c)2014 Tijjani M. M.
All Rights Reserved

*Translated and additional words by Tijjani M. M. Original in Hausa by THE SUMS SEEKER.

GOODBYE FOREVER 2014 (My Facebook Year)

AlhamdulilLaah for a wonderful year 2014.
It's been a great year! Thanks for being a part of it.
May 2015 be much much better, not just for me, but for all of us.

Thank you so much for all your love, friendship, patronage and support.

Sincerely,
Tijjani Muhammad Musa, ania, arpa

 Tijjani's Year

February 28

WHERE DID WE GO WRONG? .... by Poetic Tee "Here, take a sip" We went wrong that very first time someone committed a crime and we let go the suspects prime...

May 12

FAROOQ KNIGHT #Limerick ...by Poetic Tee "Here, take a sip" He arrived at 8:28 on a fine Saturday morning Making my heart...

June 13

SECRETS OF HAPPINESS IN MARRIAGE - http://goo.gl/b2moFK Are you Married or Single? Then this piece is a MUST READ for you. Most especially if you are single,...

August 5

Poem: North To South & Seeds Of Discord POET: Poetic Tee TYPE: Free Verse THEME: Nigerian Unity A clarion call to all Nigerians from the north to south, east to...

September 4

A VC TAKES A SIP OF MY POETIC TEE :) He came out as I was standing in his secretary's office. All eyes then setted on him as he handed over some papers and...

September 9

POETIC TEE WINS AN FB POETRY CONTEST 360 DEGREES ...by Poetic Tee "Here, take a sip" As a plant matures, flowers blossom A bee patches on soft, colorful,...

November 21

(* SPECIAL WEDDING INVITATION *) *** IDRIS HAMZA YANA & HAFSAH ADO AHMAD *** We are pleased to specially invite you to the Wedding Fatiha of my brother, my...

November 30

A 21ST CENTURY MARTYR’S STORY ~ Dedicated To All Innocent Victims Of Friday 28th November 2014 Kano Central Mosque Bomb Blast. …by Poetic Tee “Here, take a sip”...

See you next year!

AMAZING YAM TUBER FIGURINES

Amazing Yam tubers in the shape of a male and a female found in Niger State. How possible is this pls?

INTRODUCING: A SOUND HEART... Walking Into Poetry

A chip off the old block, some of you guys might say…
Let me share with you my son’s first poem, written just last Sunday 28th December, 2014 titled AND THEN I BECAME… Let’s hear what you think.

AND THEN I BECAME

"BE" was all HE said, and then I became
Though, my heart's propensity, I couldn't tame
Who's at fault? The accursed is to blame
At peace in Eden until he came
Deceitfully calling me into a game
Of whom I couldn't put to shame
Never knowing it was my end game
Ended up, I did, full of shame
He vowed, not alone to be set aflame.

QalbSaleem M.T©®

— with Bilkisu Usman Abukakar and 7 others.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

I'd have set the piece in couplets if I was the one, like this:

AND THEN I BECAME

"BE" was all HE said
And then I became.

Though, my heart's propensity
I couldn't tame.

Who's at fault?
The accursed is to blame.

At peace in Eden
Until he came.

Deceitfully calling me
Into a game.

Of whom
I couldn't put to shame.

Never knowing
It was my end game.

Ended up, I did
Full of shame.

He vowed, not alone
To be set aflame.

QalbSaleem M.T©

 

But, I wouldn't want him to change a letter in the piece. To me, it is like snapping a black/white photograpgh without wearing shoes in the 60s. It'd amount to a crime if someone should try to photoshop a pair of shoes on to it.