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Slang words used widely in Nigeria. Pages in category "Nigerian slang" The following 9 pages are in this category, out of 9 total.
Japa (/ j ɑː k p ə /) is a Yoruba language word used as a Nigerian slang term that has gained widespread usage among Nigerian youths. [1] [2] The term is used to describe the act of escaping, fleeing, or disappearing quickly from a situation, often in a hasty and urgent manner.
Sapa (/ s ɑː k p ə /) is a Nigerian slang term that has gained prominence in recent years, particularly among young Nigerians. It is used to describe a state of financial incapacity or extreme poverty, often resulting from excessive spending and poor financial management. [1]
In the realm of pop culture, new phrases and slang are constantly being introduced to growing audiences, but the origins of these words are often overlooked, hiding the rich history and connection ...
Toyin Afolayan Listen ⓘ (born September 24,1959) popularly known as Lola Idije is a Nigerian film actress. [1] She gained recognition after starring as Madam Adisa in a 1995 film titled Deadly Affair. [2] Toyin Afolayan is known as the initiator of popular internet slangs Soro Soke werey [3] and Pele My Dear.
The word aproko also shows the diversity and creativity of Nigerian Pidgin, which is a language that blends elements from different languages and cultures. [5] However, the word aproko also has some negative connotations, such as being intrusive, disrespectful, or dishonest.
There are over 520 native languages spoken in Nigeria. [1] [2] [3] The official language is English, [4] [5] which was the language of Colonial Nigeria.The English-based creole Nigerian Pidgin – first used by British and African slavers to facilitate the Atlantic slave trade in the late 17th century [6] – is the most widely spoken lingua franca and spoken by over 60 million people.
No Gree for Anybody is a Nigerian slang term which gained widespread currency in 2024 particularly among young Nigerians. [1] [2] [3] Etymology.