Emmanuel Ojenike
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The Wedding That Almost Wasn't
It was supposed to be the happiest day of their lives. Eloho and Tega were finally getting married after years of dating. The preparations had been meticulous, with every little detail carefully planned out. Eloho had found the perfect white lace dress, while Tega was set to wear a sleek, tailored suit. Their families had come together, and the small Warri church was filled with the joyful chatter of their loved ones, eagerly awaiting the couple's arrival.
By Emmanuel Ojenikeabout a year ago in Fiction
The Greedy Pastor
It was a Sunday morning, the kind that was filled with the promise of peace and tranquility. As an usher in the local church, John's role was to ensure the smooth running of the service. He was standing at the back of the church, awaiting the arrival of the pastor when he noticed a stranger. The man was dressed in a simple, almost worn-out suit, and his eyes seemed to hold a weight that belied his appearance.
By Emmanuel Ojenikeabout a year ago in Fiction
The Winds of Fate
Chizaram woke with a start, her heart racing. She had just had the most vivid dream - she had been gifted the power to control the wind. In the dream, she stood atop a tall hill overlooking the lush green fields and winding rivers of her village. Raising her arms, she felt a surge of energy flow through her, and with a sweeping motion, she conjured a mighty gust that bent the tall grass and swayed the branches of the trees. Chizaram let out a joyous laugh as she reveled in the thrill of her newfound abilities.
By Emmanuel Ojenikeabout a year ago in Fiction
The Gang's Demand
It was a sweltering afternoon in the small town of Orhuwhorun, Delta State. The air hung thick and heavy, the sun beating down mercilessly on the dusty streets. Inside the crowded halls of Orhuwhorun Secondary School, the students were hunched over their desks, scribbling away in silence as their history teacher, Mr. Akpovwovwo, paced up and down the rows.
By Emmanuel Ojenikeabout a year ago in Fiction
The Fake Report Card
It was a cool harmattan day in 1995 when I made the fateful decision . I was a 13-year-old student in JSS3 (Junior Secondary School 3), struggling to keep up with the demands of my classes. English had never been my strong suit, and that term I was falling behind in Mr. Adebayo's English Literature course.
By Emmanuel Ojenikeabout a year ago in Fiction
The Burden of Innocence
The hot, humid air of Warri pressed down on Oghenebrume like a suffocating blanket as she paced back and forth in her small, dimly lit apartment. The events of the previous night played over and over in her mind, a relentless torment that refused to subside.
By Emmanuel Ojenikeabout a year ago in Fiction
Fate's Gentle Touch
The bustling city streets were alive with the constant hum of traffic and the chatter of passersby, but Ogheneovie hardly noticed. Her gaze was fixed straight ahead, her eyes downcast as she navigated the crowded sidewalk, lost in her own thoughts.
By Emmanuel Ojenikeabout a year ago in Fiction
An Unexpected Inheritance
Amina huddled on the tattered sofa, her worn cotton dress offering little protection against the damp chill that permeated her tiny, one-room apartment. With only a few coins left in her pocket, the prospects of putting a hot meal on the table tonight seemed bleak.
By Emmanuel Ojenikeabout a year ago in Fiction
The Underwater Escape
Water was pouring in rapidly through the damaged hatch, filling the cramped interior of the submarine with a deafening roar. Lieutenant Commander Sarah Briggs gripped the edge of the control panel, her knuckles turning white as she fought to maintain her balance against the rushing torrent.
By Emmanuel Ojenikeabout a year ago in Fiction
Escape from the Deserted Highway
The sun beat down mercilessly on the cracked and weathered asphalt of the deserted highway. Not a single car or truck passed by as Sarah trudged along the shoulder, her feet burning with each step. She had been walking for hours, the vast expanse of empty road stretching out before her with no sign of life.
By Emmanuel Ojenikeabout a year ago in Fiction
