For Mary, Born on Freedom’s Day!
On this day, when the nation sings,
A queen was born, a heart with wings.
Mary Ogbankwa, so bright, so true,
The stars themselves smile down on you.
As Nigeria celebrates her rise,
You, too, stand tall, a light in the skies.
Born with the spirit of a land so free,
You embody strength, grace, and harmony.
With each passing year, you shine even more, A treasure to cherish, a soul to adore.
Like the flag that waves in the African breeze,
Your presence brings comfort, your kindness brings ease.
Today is yours, both bold and bright,
Just like the dawn of freedom’s light.
So here’s to you, Mary, strong and sweet,
A blend of beauty, joy, and heat.
Happy Birthday, may your path be clear,
Filled with love, laughter, and endless cheer.
For on this day, as the nation stands free,
We celebrate you—your life, your legacy.
Cynthia White, Secretrary-Designate, Benin Writers’ Society.
