Pronunciation: (Muh-Muh) Meaning: A foolish person, an idiot or a simpleton Origin: It is possible to argue the word’s origin between Ghana and Nigeria. However, it might have originated in Nigerian streets. Both nations, as well as a few other West African nations like Cameroon, make good use of this word Sentence: Look at this...Read More

Pronunciation: (Nah-Woah) Meaning: An exclamation! Often an equivalent of “Gosh! ,Wow! or Can you imagine?” in the English language Origin: This word originated from the streets of Lagos in Nigeria and sometimes spoken as “Na-Wa o!” Sentence:Na-Wa! Peter! What are you doing?Read More

Pronunciation: (Nai-Ja) Meaning: Nigeria, Nigerian Origin: The word originated from the streets of Nigeria and it’s a popular alternative to the name Nigeria. Sentence: I come from Naija.Read More

Pronunciation: (Ọ-De) Meaning: A fool, a retard Origin: This word originated from the streets of Lagos. The word is actually borrowed from the Yoruba language, predominately spoken in the Southwestern parts of Nigeria. Sentence: Look at this Ode. Similar word(s) – Mumu , Maga , JudeRead More

Pronunciation: (Eh-Fi-Ko) Meaning: A nerd, a bookworm or someone who loves to read and study Origin: This word originated from the schools in Lagos, Nigeria. Initially made popular by students teasing each other and has found its way to the mainstream public. Sentence: The Efiko was made the head student by the teacher.Read More

Pronunciation: (Ọ-Ga) Meaning: a boss, a master or a patron Origin: This word originated from the Igbo land which is located in the South Eastern region of Nigeria, and has become popular on the streets of Nigeria and Ghana. Sentence: My Oga don comot.Read More

Pronunciation: (Ogb-E) Meaning: Neighborhood, street or community Origin: This word originated from the southeastern streets of Nigeria, mainly the Igbo speaking parts. Sentence: My car is parked at OgbeRead More

Pronunciation: (Ọ-Gbe-Ni) Meaning: My friend, friend or mister Origin: This term, which comes from the Yoruba language, which is mostly spoken in southwest Nigeria, has gained so much popularity that it is frequently heard on the streets of that region. Sentence: Ọgbeni! Where are you going to?Read More

Pronunciation: (O-Gbo-Lo) Meaning: Is a slow or sluggish in movement person or thing, often used as an abuse Origin: This word originated from the southern Nigeria and is popularly used by the youths in the country. Sentence: That boy is Ọgbolo!Read More

Pronunciation: (Ogbon-G-E) Meaning: Original or authentic Origin: This is a word originating from the streets of Nigeria and have become commonly used in communication amongst ordinary Nigerians. Sentence: The soap is Ogbonge! It is better than other soaps.Read More