Boniface Ossai

Echoes of the Pariah State Boniface Ossai

President Ambo Hussein isn't just any leader; he's a Junta, a military dictator whose obsession with Power overwhelms him. He ruled his country--the Republic of Kitan with an iron fist for the past twenty five years of him being in power. Attempting to pull a political stunt, President Ambo Hussein, announced a transition to democracy in his Silver Jubilee speech, a move which precipitated other political players including the president's staunch critics to indicate interest for the presidential seat. Ambo Hussein, in his attempt to maintain his power grip conjured up the Code Z task force, specifically created for eliminating politicians who were a threat to his presidential seat. The resulting bloodbath provoked reactions from the International Community and the Arab League. Aasim, the second son of President Ambo Hussein, was sent to Europe to study military intelligence and strategy. Unfortunately, Europe changed his view of governance which was in sharp contrast to his dad's perception of leadership. Sending his Uncle into exile was a kick in the teeth, coupled with killing Sadeq, his step-son and pointing a gun at his own son Aasim, was enough to bring about a ghastly face-off and implosion within his family. Politicians, military coup and the international community could not shake president Ambo's strong hold. Ismaila a native of Kitan was actively following the atrocities of his President with grief. Deciding to leave Tunisia, he brought with him the Arab Spring to challenge his president's rulership, using every resource at his disposal. This Junta's tale by Boniface Ossai exposes the intrigues, the terror, the realities and the obsessions surrounding dictatorial regimes in the Middle East.