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Nigerian Culture Words

Discover words connected to Nigerian celebrations, traditions, food, identity and community life.

16 words

AkaraDeep-fried bean cakes, commonly eaten for breakfastNigerian English

AmalaA smooth swallow made from yam, cassava or plantain flourYoruba / Nigerian English

AsoebiCoordinated fabric/outfit worn by a group at Nigerian celebrationsNigerian Pidgin

BangaPalm-fruit soup popular in southern NigeriaNigerian English

Chin chinA crunchy, bite-sized fried Nigerian snackNigerian English

EbaA Nigerian swallow made by stirring garri into hot waterNigerian English

EgusiMelon seeds, or the rich Nigerian soup prepared with themNigerian English

Iya BejiA woman who has twins — used to greet or refer to such mothersNigerian Pidgin

JollofRice cooked in a seasoned tomato and pepper sauceWest African English

Moi moiA savoury steamed bean puddingNigerian English

OwambeA lavish Nigerian party or celebrationNigerian Pidgin

OyinboA white person or, in some contexts, someone associated with foreign waysYoruba / Nigerian English

Palm wineA traditional drink made from the sap of palm treesNigerian English

Puff puffSoft, round pieces of sweet fried doughNigerian English

SuyaSpiced meat grilled on skewers, commonly sold in the eveningHausa / Nigerian English

ZoboA Nigerian hibiscus drink, usually served chilledNigerian English