Birth of a great star

For Alhaji Kazeem Adio

On a splendid day a star
Rose in the sky,
Brightening the day
With his mercy
And generosity.
Like the shore,
He absorbs
Every being.

This stars glows
Every day
May Allah make this star
Continue to brighten
The land,
Lead us
Successfully.

© Abdulwaheed Olaniyi 2019

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