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Wednesday 6 April 2011

Not My Business - Rewritten

Unsettled, African civilians plead desperately for help in the small town outside Banjul, as it becomes clear lives are being forced into peril by unruly extremists.


The third attack took place inside the supposed sanctuary of innocent civilian, Danladi Ubjar’s home. Neighbours shrieked, shocked at the seemingly endless cries of pain and strife, desperate for the image of his limp, lifeless body being dragged away to vacate their scarred memories. Danladi Ubjar hasn’t been spotted since this accident, and his family are expecting the worse, as of yet, no happy endings to these abductions have been reached.

But some civilians are taking on a different view: apathy. 35 year old, Yaku Hilm was overheard saying, “What business of mine so long they don't take the yam from my savouring mouth?” This ‘each for their own’ attitude is echoed throughout society and has resulted in a loss of community, if there ever was one. Ironically, these filthy terrors to humanity must have eyes everywhere, as Hilm himself was captured yesterday evening or maybe complacency should not be advised as it does not seem to protect anyone. He was taken, exclaiming to neighbours for assistance; no action was taken to save the man.

As these horrendous attacks relentlessly occur, people are left afraid and fragile, as it seems nowhere is safe, especially in the comfort of your own home. The President of South Africa is working alongside the Government, determined to overcome these disastrous happenings. He has publically proclaimed, “Taking lives comes at a very high cost, and these sick men will pay that fine!” We all hope you're right, Mr. President!

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