Egunje

by Lawale Yusuf, 2005

"Hello, this is sergent jaguda, Area F."
"Yes sir?"
"A black mercedez car stolen a while ago.
Number, AB 419 YZ.
I repeat, AB 419 YZ.
It headed for your covered area.
Do you read me?"
"Yes sir!"
"Out!"
Oncoming car black. Four breathes apparent.
Two fidgeting. One freezing. Other alert.
Left foot kissed pedal to a halt.
Four black uniform flaired. Arms raised.
The wheel stretched a piece. Four corners beamed 20 tolling smile.
Black leader laughed. Pocket wet. Black car passed.
Mercedez logo flashed silver tooth at them.
Leader alarmed. Raised arm. Others unattentive. Busy with other business.