The Akwa Ibom Patriot Poem by Arnee Akpan

Mbok let me tell you about my home
23rd sept.87'
My motherland was born
Her name is Akwa Ibom
'Akwa Ibom' represents satisfaction
'Akwa Ibom' not just a land of promise but fullfilment
An epitome of buoyancy
We're cursed with peace, happiness and love.
Uyai isong emana mmi
Akwa Ibom ayaya tutu
A statue of unity and pride
Annang mma! , Ibibio isongho! , Eked idediong oo
Phrases of awakening
Juxtaposition of people
Mma! Iyah!
I accept the call...
'Akwa Ibom' an assembly of a family
Sentences can't emphasize your greatness
Akwa Ibom my homland
Shall I compare thee to an olive tree?
Mme daka nda ye usobo mmi ke isin....
I represent a land of culture and heritage
Even in diaspora, I crave for you
Like a lover who can't control his heart on who to love,
I love 'Akwa Ibom'