I was privileged to meet with her Honourable Maria Ude Nwachi (Afikpo Chic) in her resident the week before last to present an Art Work of herself. I didn't expect what I encountered, a warm welcome like I was someone special. Before I got there I was perspired already by the hotness of the sun. I didn't know how her cook knew I needed a cooler and something to fill my tank. Then I was served a chilled drink and a plate of fried rice with fat chicken piece...
While I waited, I took some selfies,the male guard looked as if he'll tear me apart if I dared to take one more selfie with my phone. That was unprofessional though. But who will dare enter such a mansion without thoughts of taking selfies, well that's not possible...
Finally it got to me, quietly settled, observant and most of all marveled at Her simplicity, kind gesture, amiable nature and the free spirit. Some golden arms chair were brought outside under a tree shades with it boughs flourishing leafs in dark green light. There and then I presented my Artwork, She love it, and we took lots of photos together holding side by side on the frame and then together with the kids, Including Okochi besides me. It was fun filled. I was treated like I would if visited my Auntie...
Thereafter, she asked me what she could do for me. I can still remember each of her words; "I will help you if you come to me for help even without the Artwork." So, the discussion went well. She assured me of something and asked for my account details and that I should be expectant before the month ending. She gave me a transport fare back home that is enough to take me to Lagos and back when I just live within Afikpo. Then yester-morning I received an alert from Her. Your guess is as good as mine.
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