The Eclipse At Chibok

They crept in howling darkness, With guns, machetes and bombs, Bringing down our walls, Our gate, the center could not hold. They whispered in thundering tones, Spraying their bullets at will, First on our mai guard, and then, on the little dog that barked. Fears rained on our roofs, We were awakened from a beautiful dream To behold a nightmare; A husking reality. We hugged ourselves, In tears and prayers, Waiting for the shadows to drench us, Waiting for death to engulf us. Come out!!! they shouted Be on a single queue Una wan go school ba? Their voice roaring like thunder. Echoes of dust splattered. Chaos of terror fell from our skin. As we marched into the truck, Freedom was stripped from our breast. Paths grew darker, Our mind fell from our hearts We were laid on a slate To become a skeletal fling of an endless war. We were girls yesterday We are now slaves with no will Mere toys for men's pleasure. Someone please help, someone help please.