It was 1:30pm when I arrived school. I had something to do in the general office which required my birth certificate,Waec and Neco result,Jamb result,testimonial and other relevant documents(all original copies).
I decided to base somewhere,a sit-out actually when I realized how the sun has taken it's tow.An average man maybe in his twenties decided to join me.His dress code was funny though,a pair of shorts with a suit and tie.For most of the time he spoke,he emphasized on the poor state of the country,his mannerism was fascinating and his choice of words were bogus.He frequently repeated words like "vivacious"," lacklustre "," nincompoop" and other words I wasn't sure of what the meanings were.
He sounded genuine though so I entrusted my files into his hands while I went to buy something to eat just opposite.On getting to the shop,I greeted the Madam and requested for what I wanted,then a conversation ensued.The woman said "My friend,do you know that man?"... I said " No".She continued "Will you like to know who he is?"...I replied " Yes,Sure,why not?"...She continued "That is Prof,he retired some years ago,caught up with a mental illness and has been insane since then.Mind you he specializes in CHEWING PAPERS"
I was gulping down my mineral smoothly when I heard "Chewing papers",I spat it out.I affirmed " Chewing Papers?? "....She responded " Yes,Any kind of paper".At this point,my mind wasn't at rest.I thanked her and left."Could my certificates be this PAPERS"...I thought.
From strolling,to jogging,to running and by the time I reached there,The Prof had already started chewing my testimonial😭,using my birth certificate to make aeroplane😧😨 and was about handling the others when I rushed and grabbed it from him.I couldn't believe my eyes,I was shocked to my marrow.I couldn't believe this happened😵😵
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