September 15th, 2025
Featured Poet Contest #6 – First Place
by Nkoyo Nsa
This king in his kingdom
Has rules and obligation,
Charged to serve,
For life, he agrees.
A Lord,
Basking in respect.
A crown for his queen,
Youthful and vibrant.
A father and friend
With shoulders high and strong
To hold firm his duty.
A brother and son
Facing life squarely
Like a giant tree,
You draw water from within
While grooming your offspring.
To make a home,
To build a legacy,
To nurture love,
To live a life.
This king is weighed
Oh his responsibilities,
Life can be tough on him
Yet, he wakes, he moves
You are a hero,
This king deserves accolades
Celebrate a man.
Ever heard silence speak?
They come in every face
In the face of your staff
Or the beggars who need you
Yes, it is that loud
Forced to stay quiet
To the rich voices of slavery
Through materials they cannot afford
Have you ever made another feel worthless
Yes that is you, the villain.
You are here for a purpose
To help heal or support
Never to hurt more
A little kindness can do
Join hands to sing along
Victory as we conquer the hate
Sparing this world a candy
A little smile is enough
Be a hero, would you?
Not just the stories / tales in the evening
Your journey starts, do something good
A little love can do
Let your light shine through
Hear the laughter, unreal but genuine
Imagine it, then live it
Your little care can heal
A world to see more lovers than haters
To correct rather than judge the prodigal
Accepting to the arms of faith in loving rebuke
Rather than be miserable with hatred and despair.
About the Poet
Nkoyo Nsa resides in Odukpani, Cross River, Nigeria.
Read the poet's biography and Wax Poetry and Art publications
on Nkoyo Nsa's Artist Page.
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