REST IN POWER, OUR STRONG TOWER
Allow me to kick-start by setting this scene;
For his legacy must forever remain clean;
The time in history was during 1992 – 94/5, as a people united in spirit we were very delighted;
We had just obtained independence and the atmosphere was tense with fear yet; we were excited;
A normal day in the locality of Wanaheda post-Independence was disrupted, we stood in awe for hours;
As we witnessed a convoy of speeding vehicles with blaring sirens making their way to a house across ours;
Coming to a screeching halt, men and women with arms across their chests jump out in bursts;
Their sunglasses so dark, with no eye contact with straight faces as they scan their environment first;
REST IN POWER, OUR STRONG TOWER
The opening of the limousine door saw the emergence of our new neighbour as his face lights up;
Waving to the mostly youth gathered to witness his arrival, as my sister and I approach she gets picked up;
In the presence of the Founding President and Father of the Namibian Nation, we were blessed with his energies;
His words of wisdom and every encounter during the tenure as our neighbour, shaped our ideologies;
I felt privileged to be sharing geo space with this legend that I am told about in our history classes;
Especially since at the time we met, I was in an age bracket that could absorb life’s precious lessons;
His impartations during my teenage years will be regarded as inspirational fuel to bolster;
Our joint efforts to ensure through hard work, social justice and defeat this poverty monster;
REST IN POWER, OUR STRONG TOWER
A true strategist and leader of immense insight, foresight with a clear vision mindset composed;
An ingenious gentleman oozing with self-discipline and through his bravery the enemy was deposed;
Mentally so strong that no shape or form of threats or intimidation could muzzle his courage and mission;
As we embodied his mindset, words and works in our daily lives the principles shared turned into manifestation;
A loyal, dedicated, determined and klevr tactician gifted with immense intellect;
His movements and plans those closest to the enemy in his circle could not even detect
The Founding President and Father of the Namibian Nation is a man worthy of emulation;
Let us take the que from his selfless life, so that we take our people to a different elevation;
REST IN POWER, OUR STRONG TOWER
It is under your leadership that the development trajectory of our nation gained prosperity;
You made it known at every gathering that the liberation war started before your time for clarity;
Recognizing the Namibian heroes in the form of Samuehl Maharero, Hendrik Witbooi and Tobias Hainyeko as a part of our history;
This you do, so that all those that water our freedom with their blood are recognized and not kept as a mystery.
You took the baton over from great leaders before your arrival on the political scene, to push the independence agenda;
Despite resistance from powers stronger than your resources, you never wavered and showed that you’re no coward;
Your natural diplomacy and interpersonal skills, made you connect with people from all walks of life;
Now as you enter the gates of heaven, may the angels of God embrace your soul with a high five;
REST IN POWER, OUR STRONG TOWER
As a nation we were blessed by your birth and will forever remain indebted to your legacy;
As a people united for a common purpose for the good of all, we will fiercely defeat the enemy;
Founding President and Father of the Namibian Nation, we Thank you for your selfless sacrifices;
It was through your encouragement and deployment that together we defeated the colonial vices;
Your contributions to our fight for liberation will never be erased from our history and knowledge;
We recognize that your name and efforts have set the bar high for revolutionary and social reform passage;
In salutations to your impact on our society and the world at large, we stand under the shadows of your greatness;
As a Namibian nation, united in diversity with different backgrounds because of you; we show no meekness;
REST IN POWER, OUR STRONG TOWER
Founding president and Father of the Namibian Nation, Thank you for guiding us to the light;
We know the days when it was dark and heavy, though difficult that it was worth the fight;
Now your soul should rest in power, as you have fulfilled your mission on earth;
My prayer is that, many more little Sam Nujoma’s be given birth;
We will take it from here and further the agenda of our emancipation, Your Excellency;
As we preserve your works in our lives through cementing eternally your legacy.
REST IN POWER, OUR STRONG TOWER
