By Abubakar D. Sani. Esq.
Friday, December 25th, 2020 Is there anything special about it – Beyond, that is, the obvious? That it is Christmas, of course! Everyone knows that – so, what’s new? Well, that particular day of the week: Friday, that is - With which it coincides this year Just happens to be A holy day, for moslems as well And so, for adherents Of both Islam and Christianity – It is a fortuitous Joint celebration Quite unlike any In recent memory For Britons – particularly their Government (In the context of the European Union) The previous day – December, 24th Was the best Christmas present! For that day marked the real Brexit The formal signing of a trade deal – To which it had irrevocably committed Backed by an overwhelming majority in Parliament For the rest of the world, however, (And, indeed, within the same EU/UK) There was little (else) to cheer As the Coronavirus continues its rampage New variants – and, indeed, a Second Wave Were reported by the authorities Wasting lives and ravaging businesses It was a cruel twist of fate Because it coincided with The roll-out of at least Three different vaccines By Pfizer, Moderna and, another, called Sputnik All of which were touted As the long-awaited panaceas To this disease like no other As for that – well, only time will tell Unfortunately, this remains The prognosis for much of the ills Which plague humanity To this very day – Notwithstanding the reverence With which Christians and moslems, alike Regard it – a day for penitence And, much else, besides So, if you are looking for One take-away, then (If you like, a wish for Santa Claus) Or anything else From this most auspicious of days It must be for the Good Lord To bring healing and renewed faith To every one of us In whichever corner Of His earth We call home This must be our real goal
