Aso Villa, Abuja
For a few seconds the world had seemed to almost be completely at peace, but the wildfire that is conflict had already began to spread throughout the world. The conflict in the middle east was over, but many had arisen recently. Daifallah Mir quietly mumbled to himself as he read a local newspaper. “Civil war in Mexico. Massacres in Kuwait. War in the Americas? The world does not sleep easy with so much death. It is almost troubling.” When Mir had finally looked up, he noticed that Hussain had entered quietly, and patiently waited for his attention.
“I am sorry to disturb you sir, but I believe that a more pressing matter is at hand.” He handed him a copy of a message received from the USA. “Our friends in the west seem to be undergoing issues.”
Mir began to read the message, his face struggling to express the feelings of both anger and disappointment. “It seems that you are right. They are under risk of a coup, but what is that you wish for me to do about it?” He already knew the answer, but he refused to accept the truth of the matter.
“It is time for them to undergo a change of leadership. Under proper Nigerian rule.” Hussain paused for a second to let Mir process the point he is trying to make. “Personally, I feel that it may be best that we end the chaos in Africa. The deaths of kings, the military coups, the almost daily massacres in the streets. Finally bring the people under the grip of democracy. Give them two choices, freedom or death.” His face turned into an almost twisted grin.
Mir though, was not so sure on the idea. It seemed wrong, almost entirely unprovoked. “Hussain you’re mad if you truly think that would do anything other than bring more death to t-”
“As the American’s used to say ‘You have to break a few eggs to make an omelet’, yes?” Hussain quickly interrupted. “Either way though, we will invade the USA, dismantle their government, establish a pro-Nigerian government, and eventually in let’s say about four years? Does that sound reasonable, have said pro-Nigerian government peacefully integrate into our country. We will even let people ‘vote’ on whether they wish to join.”
“Is this a coup Hussain? Have you not seen what that has done to our beautiful country? Nearly tearing it apart after a few short years.”
“Not a coup, think of it more like…” He paused for a few short seconds. “You are a figurehead, and the military, meaning me, is truly in charge of how things get done.”
“You risk civil war!” Mir shouted.
“No, because I already have the military by my side. If I truly wanted to I could have overthrown the government long ago, but I laid in wait, and now is the time to strike.” He handed him a small stack of papers. “It is your official declaration of war. I was sincerely hoping not to hold a gun to your head in order to help bring your dreams of a peaceful Africa true.” Hussain finally left with a gleeful smile, as two armed guards walked into the office.
“Sir we are here to escort you safely to the plaza you are scheduled to speak at in a few short hours. The press have already been made aware, and will be there.”
Hamidi Plaza, Abuja
“Address to the people and the world”
Mir stood in front of the large podium, sweat slowly dripping down his face. Ready to give a speech, one destined to change the fate of Nigeria. One he had worked so long, and hard to bring into the light, finally fall into the dark once more. “I, Daifallah Mir, first president of the Republic of Nigeria, hereby announce an official state of war with the United States of Africa.” He paused slightly, giving a sense of dramatic effect. “Many of you may question the legitimacy of this war, other’s knowing that it couldn’t have come any sooner. Their government, one we have helped maintain for so long. In order to keep its democratic status has fallen under potential military coup. This is a problem for us, the people, who have spent massive amounts of money and resources spreading education and other necessary resources to their people. Not only that, but we have invested weaponry, weaponry now being used against us. So, as of two hours ago, around 50,000 Nigerian troops have entered USA territory to support the already 40,000 Pro-Nigerian troops currently fighting in the country, with the ultimate goal of establishing a new, more stable government. I hope the fighting will come to an end shortly. That is all.”