Question on: JAMB Literature - 2024
Osundare's "The Leader and the Led" is
A
dramatic
B
satiric
C
narrative
D
elegaic
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Correct Option: B
"The Leader and the Led" by Niyi Osundare is a satirical poem. It critiques the leaders and the people they lead in post-colonial Africa, with a specific focus on Nigeria. Osundare uses animal comparisons to paint a striking picture of African leaders' shortcomings, highlighting their prioritization of personal gain. The poem's purpose is to satirize these figures in order to bring about change.
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