“When you choose your life, ignore people, when you make it in life, remember some friends, when you sing a song, praise your source, when predicaments arises, stand your ground.”

Michael Bassey Johnson is a Nigerian poet and playwright. His work often explores themes of identity, colonialism, and cultural resilience, blending sharp social commentary with lyrical precision. Known for his distinctive voice in African literature, he remains a significant figure in postcolonial writing.