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Nigeria Slang
Queen’s English is cool, but have you heard Nigerian slang? The Oxford dictionary can’t even hold the Nigerian slang. It lightens the mood and helps Nigerians cope with economic hardship. Nigerian slang is a language every Nigerian can relate to, no matter their tribe, culture or religion; it unites Nigerians together. Slangs is street credibility; you need to be street smart to survive in a country like Nigeria. Here are some Nigerian slangs and their meaning, so you know when and how to use them correctly.
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Connect With Hon. Msonter S. Ijoho
My name is Hon. Msonter Samuel Ijoho. I lead Grynbell Global Ventures, a forward-thinking/futuristic business development consultancy firm, and LevelRage Agrobiz, an agribusiness specialists outfit focused on transforming agricultural enterprises across Nigeria and Africa.
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People Will Use You For As Long As You Let Them
Friendship should never be one-sided. It should be a dynamic exchange of support, care, and understanding. By fostering balanced friendships, where both parties contribute equally and respect each other’s needs, you create relationships that are fulfilling, supportive, and lasting. Embrace the essence of reciprocity and mutual respect.
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More About Otukpo Rice Mill in Otukpo, Benue State
The Otukpo Rice Mill is one of the most popular places in Otukpo town. Significant economic activities take place there (from rice paddy processing to milling and local rice production). The rice brought to the rice mill is grown in Otukpo and other parts of the Idoma land in Benue State.
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A Little Lesson I learnt From Wrapping Moi-Moi
Beans are usually not my favourite food in fact I don’t eat ordinary beans porridge or beans mixed with rice unless it is moi-moi or beans with plenty of fried plantains. Ever since I moved to school from home, I have never tried or even attempt cooking anything that has to do with beans, my coursemates can attest to that. […]
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Why Lawyers Are Social Engineers
You may have probably not known this, but lawyers are not just lawyers, they are also “social engineers”. And an engineer is “a person whose job is to repair or control machines, engines, or electrical equipment.”[1]. Thus, lawyers are also meant to fix and help in controlling the social environments and communities using the law and this function has bestowed […]
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NUBESS President Attends 19 Northern States National Presidents Conference
… Charges State Governments to pay Bursary to Students. The National President, National Union of Benue State Students (NUBESS), Comr. Ajir Victor, GCBS 21st – 25th February, attended the conference of 19 Northern States National Presidents. The forum comprises Kano, kebbi, Kastina, sokoto, Kaduna, Jigawa, Benue, Adamawa, Niger, Borno, Bauchi, Kogi, Kwara, Nasarawa, Taraba, Yobe, Plateau, Gombe and Zamfara States. […]
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The Big Interview With Margaret Bertie Of Mags Delight
I am Benue caught up with Margaret Bertie of Mags Delight for her birthday, to get a deeper look into her incredible wholesale business. We discussed fashion, why Mags Delight is considered one of the best shops to buy electrical goods, and her honest opinion on the difficulties of running a business in Nigeria whilst living in the UK. Q. […]
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MUTUK President, Dr Kohol Iornem, Will Improve The Quality Of Lives In Benue State
The President of Mdzough U Tiv United Kingdom (MUTUK), Dr Kohol Shadrach Iornem, paid a visit to his home in Benue State, Nigeria, and had several interactions within a very short space of time. “No Place Like Home” was a BBC situation comedy series. It was created by Jon Watkins, and has become a popular saying used whenever one feels […]
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Meddy Olotu On Music, Culture, And Giving Back To Otukpo
In this unstructured conversation with I am Benue, Idoma multi-award-winning artiste, Meddy Olotu, opened up on how his music career started and his inspirations. He talks about the power of his voice and music, why he chooses to address issues affecting our society in his music, and why many other musicians don’t. Thank you for taking out time to be […]
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