Naija Slang 🔊
If someone says “wahala dey,” it means this is happening.
What is trouble/problem?
“Calm down, calm down, girl, this your body e dey give me something” is a hit by this Nigerian star.
Who is Rema?
This is the Yoruba word for big celebration parties.
What is Owambe?
This popular Nigerian rice dish is often cooked with tomatoes, peppers, and spices.
What is Jollof rice?
This comedy series stars Funke Akindele as a bubbly schoolgirl trying to navigate life.
What is Jenifa’s Diary?
"Shey you dey whine me?"
What is "Are you joking with me?"
“I no go fit take your insult o / Omo my mind dey my money” is a line from this Burna Boy song.
What is Ye?
The shiny lace fabric worn at owambes.
What is Aso Ebi?
This spicy Nigerian soup is made with palm nuts and is often served with fufu.
What is Banga soup?
These two characters, known for their hilarious antics, became Nollywood legends and childhood favorites.
Who are Aki and Pawpaw?
“Abeg” is used when you’re doing this.
What is begging/pleading?
She sang “Rush” and became a Gen Z baddie anthem queen.
Who is Ayra Starr?
At any party, this item must be sprayed on dancers.
What is money/cash (spraying money)?
A Nigerian breakfast staple made from fermented corn and beans, fried until crispy.
What is Moi Moi or Akara?
This reality TV show is Nigeria’s biggest, featuring housemates competing for a grand prize.
What is Big Brother Naija (BBN)?
“Sapa” is the enemy of enjoyment and stands for this.
What is “being broke or in financial struggle”?
“Me I no dey cap / Me I no dey form” — a braggadocious lyric from this Asake jam.
"What is Mr.Money"
This phrase is used when someone says something wild or chaotic and you’re shocked.
What is “E choke!” or “Omo!”
This fermented yam dish is popular among the Igbo people and is eaten during festivals.
"What is pounded yam?"
This popular reality TV series showcases the glamorous lives of wealthy women in Lagos, featuring drama, fashion, and luxury.
The Real Housewives of Lagos?
“You go collect” is a warning meaning this
What is "You're about to get in serious trouble / beaten/punished"?
"Who be that girl wey dey shake her ikebe for back? Me I want her " is a line from this viral Rema hit.
What is "Ozeba"?
At a Yoruba wedding, this part is where the groom must lie down and beg.
What is “traditional engagement / prostration”?
This hearty Nigerian soup is made with melon seeds and commonly eaten with pounded yam
What is Egusi soup?
This Netflix Nigerian series, starring Sharon Ooja and Ini Dima-Okojie, follows the lives of four women navigating friendship and secrets in Lagos.
What is Blood Sisters?