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Nigeria: Street Slangs You Must Know When You Are In Lagos by sabiarea: 3:43pm On Sep 21, 2018 |
[img]https://3.bp..com/-SnTdR87PYSE/Wkln2eR14BI/AAAAAAAAAA4/zNwNl2pTPkgOSHMDXDOtGoPD75nr4qaxACPcBGAYYCw/s1600/IMG-20171216-WA0054.jpg[/img] Lagos is the heartbeat of Nigeria-economically, socially and otherwise. From the comical to the puzzling and the most shocking, it all happens in this city of over 15 million people. It is a fascinating place to be. Due to the complexities that makes Lagos unique, people have evolved different ways to communicate, interact and pass along messages which can only be understood by people who are familiar with these slangs. As a first time visitor in Lagos, you need to keep these slangs at your finger-tips as they may come handy at any time. 5 street parlance you must know if you are resident in the centre of excellence. Johnny Just Come (JJC) Also known as JJC, it is an argot used to describe someone who is naive because they are visiting an unfamiliar terrain for the first time. Find out more:https://www.sabiarea.com.ng/2018/09/nigeria-street-slangs-you-must-know.html SOURCE:https://www.sabiarea.com.ng/ |
Re: Nigeria: Street Slangs You Must Know When You Are In Lagos by WetinConsignMe: 3:45pm On Sep 21, 2018 |
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Re: Nigeria: Street Slangs You Must Know When You Are In Lagos by coolcharm(m): 4:18pm On Sep 21, 2018 |
Let me help the LA click LA bend crew Make una no stress una self Lagos is the heartbeat of Nigeria-economically, socially and otherwise. From the comical to the puzzling and the most shocking, it all happens in this city of over 15 million people. It is a fascinating place to be. Due to the complexities that makes Lagos unique, people have evolved different ways to communicate, interact and pass along messages which can only be understood by people who are familiar with these slangs. As a first time visitor in Lagos, you need to keep these slangs at your finger-tips as they may come handy at any time. 5 street parlance you must know if you are resident in the centre of excellence. Johnny Just Come (JJC) Also known as JJC, it is an argot used to describe someone who is naive because they are visiting an unfamiliar terrain for the first time. If people find this to be your status, they may want to take advantage of you. So, do not act like a JJC especially when you are inside a public bus or transacting business. Akube (2nd-Hand Cloth) Amongst traders of Igbo extraction, Akube refers to goods or products that have little quality or have been previously used. Interestingly, many people have come to associate themselves with Akube products as its affordability attracts higher purchase. Shine Your Eyes Shine your eyes simply admonish you to be very vigilant. This is because Lagos is a crowded city and nearly everyone is in a hurry. You should be vigilant and conscious. By the you do not need to worry too much because Lagos is safe but ensure that you shine your eyes always. On You Own Oyo is a state in South-west Nigeria. However, when ear catches that word, they are not referring to Oyo State rather it simply means you are On Your Own. For example, if you want to borrow money from a friend, he uses the acronym Oyo, it means it is not possible. It is often used to express negation. Owambe Even though Owambe is a Yoruba slang, it is now a universal expression for partying. So, when next you hear Owambe, get your traditional wear ready, you are going for a christening, birthday or wedding and ensure that you enjoy yourself. 4 Likes |
Re: Nigeria: Street Slangs You Must Know When You Are In Lagos by MoonWater: 4:21pm On Sep 21, 2018 |
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Re: Nigeria: Street Slangs You Must Know When You Are In Lagos by tobidipity(m): 6:59pm On Sep 21, 2018 |
MoonWater: Oti ya were 1 Like 1 Share |
Re: Nigeria: Street Slangs You Must Know When You Are In Lagos by kushercain: 7:42pm On Sep 21, 2018 |
When talking about money Fiber -10 Shandy-20 White/sky-50 Figo -500 10 fiber/2 white - 100 7 Likes
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Re: Nigeria: Street Slangs You Must Know When You Are In Lagos by Olachase(m): 7:43pm On Sep 21, 2018 |
omo iya MI - my padi Àja 4 - run for ur life gbese - don't dull mashun - think fast ninu àye - anything can happen 2 Likes |
Re: Nigeria: Street Slangs You Must Know When You Are In Lagos by Lionbite(m): 9:09pm On Sep 21, 2018 |
Japaa.... Pick race Omo olope/omo ologo.... G.Boy 1 Like |
Re: Nigeria: Street Slangs You Must Know When You Are In Lagos by lanaVello1(m): 9:20pm On Sep 21, 2018 |
The real slangs are in the comments....mumu op ![]() 8 Likes |
Re: Nigeria: Street Slangs You Must Know When You Are In Lagos by MisterBash(m): 9:51pm On Sep 21, 2018 |
Omo ase:: person wey never wise. 1 Like |
Re: Nigeria: Street Slangs You Must Know When You Are In Lagos by waxyung(m): 9:52pm On Sep 21, 2018 |
The comments are the one that convey the main message. OP. Go and learn. It's like you've never been to Lagos before. Maybe you are writing from UK ![]() ![]() ![]() 2 Likes |
Re: Nigeria: Street Slangs You Must Know When You Are In Lagos by dedons: 10:29pm On Sep 21, 2018 |
MAGA!!! |
Re: Nigeria: Street Slangs You Must Know When You Are In Lagos by peakgal(f): 10:31pm On Sep 21, 2018 |
it is a must?rubbish. |
Re: Nigeria: Street Slangs You Must Know When You Are In Lagos by KingLennon(m): 10:42pm On Sep 21, 2018 |
peakgal:Funke! See English chai.... |
Re: Nigeria: Street Slangs You Must Know When You Are In Lagos by BonkoINC: 10:57pm On Sep 21, 2018 |
Sakamanje... Suramania 2 Likes |
Re: Nigeria: Street Slangs You Must Know When You Are In Lagos by Oluwasaeon(m): 11:00pm On Sep 21, 2018 |
KingLennon:Lol |
Re: Nigeria: Street Slangs You Must Know When You Are In Lagos by Oluwasaeon(m): 11:01pm On Sep 21, 2018 |
peakgal:Take it easy, Aunty |
Re: Nigeria: Street Slangs You Must Know When You Are In Lagos by mayorski22(m): 11:35pm On Sep 21, 2018 |
ijoba |
Re: Nigeria: Street Slangs You Must Know When You Are In Lagos by KingPapaya: 12:40am On Sep 22, 2018 |
Olosho/Okpo -- Prostitute |
Re: Nigeria: Street Slangs You Must Know When You Are In Lagos by Wiseandtrue(f): 12:58am On Sep 22, 2018 |
Ma wo òju Uche! Literally means no look Uche(Igbo name) face( no look face) Nothing mega (nothing will happen) Jé ko mó (make him know) Chai! Sense will not kill me upon say I be ajèbutter ![]() ![]() 1 Like |
Re: Nigeria: Street Slangs You Must Know When You Are In Lagos by ODUBEZE: 1:07am On Sep 22, 2018 |
Baba go slow President Buhari Lifeless Shithole See me see nairaland moderators ooooooo so dullardi... is now replaced with president buhari ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() 1 Like |
Re: Nigeria: Street Slangs You Must Know When You Are In Lagos by OboOlora(f): 8:56am On Sep 22, 2018 |
Ojor-Police Oja-Weed or any opioid drug Chai, I miss Nigeria |
Re: Nigeria: Street Slangs You Must Know When You Are In Lagos by Lakeshizu(m): 9:51am On Sep 22, 2018 |
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Re: Nigeria: Street Slangs You Must Know When You Are In Lagos by sowawibu: 11:44am On Sep 22, 2018 |
their father |
Re: Nigeria: Street Slangs You Must Know When You Are In Lagos by Khd95(m): 12:18pm On Sep 22, 2018 |
Gbera- be fast Jaapa- a slang used either amongst boys to refers to situations they had to bail out,for example...the babe came with seven of her friends to the restaurant, omo mo jaapa ni o Kpo kpo-law enforcement agents (police) Wazo(via)-#50 Sakamanje- deceits Level man- herbalist Game boy- yahoo boy Oja-weed,baba oja-weed distributor Oja ti burst- under the influence of weed ![]() Slow- codeine Etc etc ![]() 1 Like 1 Share |
Re: Nigeria: Street Slangs You Must Know When You Are In Lagos by Nobody: 2:14am On Sep 23, 2018 |
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