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    Tribe & Prejudice
    Tribe & Prejudice
    Tribe & Prejudice
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    Tribe & Prejudice

    By FrancaMbaba

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    A story about the Kingdom of Omegan, where multiple tribes coexist. The citizens at first appear to be at peace with one another, irrespective of their tribal affiliations, as none of them ever imagined that their diverse backgrounds was anything to worry about. But behind closed doors, there are people who engage in in­human and discriminatory practices.

    LanguageEnglish
    PublisherFrancaMbaba
    Release dateApr 24, 2017
    ISBN9781370451067
    Tribe & Prejudice
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    FrancaMbaba

    Franca Mbaba is a hardworking mother of 5 who strives to take care of her family while putting her imagination down into writng. She loves Jesus, her family and storytelling. She is currently a resident of Houston Texas.

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      Tribe & Prejudice - FrancaMbaba

      ACKNOWLEDGMENTS

      My special thanks to Christian, Joel, Jane, Christabel, and Andrew who called forth this gift in me by their words of support, encouragements and for all the sacrifices they made to facilitate the production of this book. I love you guys.

      I also want to thank Pastor Dayo and Grace Aina, Jerry and Funmi Menson, Mrs. Korede, Mr. Henry, Mrs. Shade and Dimeji Okunsanya, my Pastors Bayo and Toun Fadugba.

      I would like to thank my brothers and sisters, Benji, Edima, Felicia, the prayer team group, DCH, and everyone else who helped to make the writing and publishing of this book a great success. May God bless you all in all that you do.

      Special thanks to GFay Designs for the author photograph.

      Tribe and Prejudice

      By Franca Mbaba

      Copyright 2017 Franca Mbaba

      Smashwords Edition

      ALL RIGHTS RESERVED.

      This is a work of fiction. All characters, names, locations and incidents either are the product of the author's imagination or are used fictitiously. Any similarities to individual dead or alive, events or geography are purely coincidental and not intended by author.

      The reproduction or use of this work in any form or by any electronic, mechanical, or other means now known or hereafter invented, including photocopying, recording, and in any information storage and retrieval system is forbidden without the written permission of the Author, except brief extracts for the purpose of review.

      Book design by Joel Mbaba

      Facebook.com/FrancaMbaba

      Table of Contents

      Acknowledgments

      Title

      Chapter 1

      Chapter 2

      Chapter 3

      Chapter 4

      Chapter 5

      Chapter 6

      Chapter 7

      Chapter 8

      Chapter 9

      Chapter 10

      Chapter 11

      Chapter 12

      Chapter 13

      Connect with Franca Mbaba

      CHAPTER 1

      The atmosphere is heavy. The moods of those gathered are sad and sombre. Many wonder, is this a time for sober reflection? Perhaps, or maybe not. The newly elected president of The Campus Fellowship (TCF) of the University of Omegan, Mr. Paul Boco stands up to give his keynote address. The occasion is the annual send forth party organized by TCF for its graduating members. It was Saturday June 26. At exactly 4:00 p.m. Paul Boco begins his speech as follows:

      "The Dean of Studies, Professor George Bosco; The outgoing President of TCF Mr. Kenneth Khan.

      All newly elected officers and outgoing officers; all members, friends, family members, well-wishers and everyone present, thank you for making out time to attend this ceremony in spite of your busy schedules. I feel honored and humbled to give this keynote address on this unique occasion. We are gathered here today because a group of people have made us proud.

      We are gathered here today to celebrate success, and as we all know, success attracts many friends. It is not everyone that takes their water-pot to the stream that returns with their water-pots filled; for water-pots are made of clay, the roads to streams are slippery, the terrains are rough, and the paths are undulating. This explains variant human experiences in the marketplace of life.

      For some, you did slip and fall but your water-pots were preserved. You persevered and came back with your water-pots filled. For some, the rough terrain seemed insurmountable; but you exercised the qualities of patience and endurance, until you made it home with your water-pots intact. For others, the journey seemed like eternity. Nevertheless you mustered inner strengths, worked hard to overcome the discouragements and you made it home.

      "That is why today we are unswayed to stand with you to celebrate you; as you imprint your feet in the sands of time of this great campus. That is the reason today we stand tall and feel proud to say to you all congratulations and thank you for showing us a good path to follow."

      (The audience claps as Paul Boko continues);

      "Thank you for your perseverance which has become our inspiration. Thank you for your patience and endurance, which is from henceforth our motivation. Thank you for your strength of character, courage and hard work, which will become our guiding principle."

      (Audience continues to clap);

      "I hereby call for a toast to celebrate our heroes." (Everyone is given a wine glass; the glasses are filled with apple cider and everyone stands up with glasses in their hands).

      "Toast to a future clad with news-makers and celebrities.

      Toast to destinies pregnant with favor and honor.

      TOAST to paths lit with gems of more successes and greater accomplishments."

      (The crowd shouts and cheers, there is clinking of glasses and drinking).

      "Once more, congratulations and thank you. Long live the campus fellowship of the University of Omegan.

      Long live the University of Omegan and long live the great Omegan Kingdom."

      (More clapping and drinking, Mr. Boco returns to his seat).

      The atmosphere is now charged and music is played. The people start to gather in small groups to talk. Some are exchanging phone numbers and addresses. The atmosphere at the beginning of the ceremony was tensed for different reasons. The members of TCF knew there will be friends that they may never see again.

      There are some they may not see for several years. Nevertheless, there are friends that they will continue to be in touch with. They know that they will miss their friends and the fellowship; so the celebration is with mixed feelings. Kenneth Khan is sitting with his fiancée Edith, who is currently a senior. While Kenneth is waiting for his time to give his vote of thanks, he is in deep thoughts. He wants to get married soon but he does not have the financial capabilities to take care of a wife.

      There is a law in place by the government that every first-time university graduate less than 30 years of age is mandated to participate in a community service program. It is a program in which they are sent to various towns and cities to work, and they are paid stipends which only covers feeding and transportation. The government provides accommodation. This service lasts for about one year. At the end of their service, the participants each receives a certificate of completion and they return to their homes to look for employment.

      This certificate of service is part of their resume, in which they must present at every place they seek employment. Failure to present this certificate means that the person has not completed the voluntary service to the kingdom, and therefore is not eligible for employment.

      For graduates over 30 years and older, participation in the program is optional. If they choose not to serve, they will apply for and receive a certificate of exemption. Kenneth wishes within himself that he is 30, so that he could apply for exemption. This will help him enter the workforce immediately. However, he is only 25.

      It is now time for the Dean of Studies Professor George Bosco, to speak. He was invited by TCF as a guest speaker to give advice to students on the topic titled: Tips on survival in the workplace. He tells them that everyone has a calling, and callings are different.

      "Do not try to be someone else, be yourself at all times. Believe in yourself and you will be able to believe in others. Do not be envious or intimidated by the excellent performances of some of your colleagues. Instead, appreciate and encourage them. Working hard is not an option, make it a lifestyle because hard work yields success."

      (The audience begins to clap and cheer).

      He congratulates the graduates and returns to his seat. Every graduate is then given a gift of a world clock and a certificate of appreciation for membership in the fellowship. It is time for Kenneth to give his speech.

      He thanks the Dean and the incoming executive members for their support, and the sterling leadership qualities they have exhibited since taking over the mantle of leadership. He encourages them to continue

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