The Voice of Your Village

In “The Voice of Your Village”, Sandra Hitarh offers a profound reflection on nationhood through the lens of an onlooker. The collection enforces the notion that patriotism can remedy societal issues. The book serves as a clarion call to action indigenes of that community, the Villagers.

Centered around the character Babafusa, each poem weaves into a continuous narrative that readers can relate to various situations, allowing Babafusa to become a symbol of broader struggles and triumphs. The collection grapples with themes of nationalism, patriotism, and the trials faced by indigenous people, while also delving into personal experiences such as depression and spiritual introspection.

Rooted in the Nigerian context but universally applicable to any developing society, ‘The Voice of Your Village’ challenges readers to be patriotic and learn from past experiences. Babafusa’s journey through the verses is both a personal and collective exploration of identity, belonging and the quest for a better society.