The Drop Something Narrative
I and my friend was at Yan Kura market, Kano State some days back because I wanted to purchase an item. The trip was an unscheduled one which was why I didn't leave home early enough to beat the time. I bumped into the market and thought it wise to quickly get in. It was past six and while I approached, I noticed that one part of the gate was closed and two security men stood by the gate. By implication, it means that the closing time for the market was 6pm. I get close and try to get in but I'm stopped by the security man who tells me that the market was closed for the day. As impatient as I was, I told him that I'll be fast moreover, I just need one item. He was going to let me go in only if I give him money to buy pyor worta . Hmmmmm. Pleading wasn't going to make him change his mind, afterall even the hawkers that went in while we talked "dropped something". I had twenty naira on me so I reluctantly give it to him. I was angry in my spirit that I was...