If this Giant Must Walk: A Manifesto for a New Nigeria
The footsteps of magic
1. The footsteps of magic
In a quiet town called Serenity Falls, Lilly loved ballet more than anything. But her parents
wanted her to focus only on school, not dance. They argued a lot about it. One day, tired of the
fights, Aisha heard a rumor about a special castle hidden in a thick jungle. People said a princess
there was an amazing ballet dancer. Ignoring her parents' wishes, Lilly decided to find this castle.
2. She went into the wild jungle, surrounded by tall trees and strange sounds. The jungle seemed
like a maze, but she kept going, following the whispers of the leaves and the sounds of birds
Finally, she found the castle. It was old
and covered in green moss. When she
went inside, she saw a beautiful
ballroom glowing with a magical light.
In the middle of the room, a graceful
princess danced like she was part of a
fairy tale. The princess saw Lilly and
invited her closer. Without speaking,
they understood each other. The
princess promised to teach Lilly ballet,
guiding her to become an incredible
dancer. So, in the magical castle, Lilly
began a special journey. With the princess's help, she learned the secrets of ballet, making her
dreams come true in ways she never imagined. (This story can also be animated with video
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3. After days of exploration, Lilly stumbled upon the castle. Inside, she found a room filled with
dazzling ballet shoes. As she touched a pair, they transformed into exquisite shoes that seemed to
shimmer with magic. Excitement and curiosity filled Lilly as she put them on. Suddenly, the
room lit up, and enchanting music filled the air. A
mystical force guided her movements, turning her
ordinary dance into a mesmerizing display. To her
astonishment, the legendary princess materialized
before her.
Princess: "Welcome, Lilly. The magical shoes have
chosen you. Your dance has awakened the spirit of
this castle."
Lilly: "Who are you? What is this place?"
Princess: "I am the guardian of this castle, and you
are its new dancer. The magic in those shoes will
guide you in preserving the ancient art of ballet."
Lilly, overwhelmed but thrilled, began learning from the princess. Their days were filled with
laughter, stories, and graceful movements. Lilly’s passion for ballet blossomed under the
princess's guidance. One day, as Lilly perfected a challenging routine, the princess spoke with a
gentle smile.
4. Princess: "You have the heart of a true dancer, Lilly. Your journey doesn't end here. Share the
magic of ballet with the world."
With newfound wisdom and skill, Lilly returned to her town, where her worried parents awaited.
Lilly: "I found a castle in the jungle, and it changed everything. Dance is my passion, and I want
to share its magic."
Her parents, moved by Lilly’s story, realized the significance of her dreams.
Father: "We may not have understood before, but we support you now."
5. Encouraged, Lilly performed a breathtaking ballet in the town square. As the crowd watched in
awe, Lilly 's dance not only captivated hearts but also inspired others to follow their dreams.
Lilly: "Dance has the power to transform lives and create magic. I found my castle, and now, I
invite you all to witness the enchantment of ballet."
The town, once skeptical, now embraced Lilly’s passion, realizing that pursuing one's dreams
could bring joy and enchantment to everyone's lives.
