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Ehen! is a Nigerian slang exclamation that holds diverse meanings based on its context within a conversation. [1] [2] It serves as a unique linguistics expression that reflects the rich cultural and linguistic diversity of Nigeria. The term is commonly used in informal conversations and has become an integral part of Nigerian spoken language. [3]
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.
Nigerian English, also known as Nigerian Standard English, is a variety of English spoken in Nigeria. [1] Based on British and American English, the dialect contains various loanwords and collocations from the native languages of Nigeria, due to the need to express concepts specific to the cultures of ethnic groups in the nation (e.g. senior wife).
Sometimes described pejoratively, I.J.G.B.s are often regarded by other Nigerians as being indicative of the widening of Nigeria's diaspora and its wealth in the past thirty years. [6] Prominent examples, like Eku Edewor and DJ Cuppy , typify the subclass as a whole.
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.
The term "gist" has permeated Nigerian popular culture and is often seen in various forms of media, including television, radio, and online platforms. There are online platforms dedicated to sharing the "latest gist" or gossip from Nigeria. For example, the Naija Gist section of the online publication Naija News. [5]
Nigerian Pidgin, also known simply as Pidgin or Broken (Broken English) or as Naijá in scholarship, is an English-based creole language spoken as a lingua franca across Nigeria. The language is sometimes referred to as Pijin or Vernacular .