Sometimes I fear to shut my eyes,
Or rest for the night.
For the demons and spirits hunt me.
Calmly, Slowly, and Shocking.

Sometimes I could feel them,
Throwing a festival in my head and mind.
With loud voices and lit dance moves,
They bring anxiety and Confusion to my heart.

I know one day I'd stand up to them
And wipe them off my body and soul.
But till then,
I fear to shut my eyes

                                                              - Victoria Egba