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Language is alive and constantly evolving. But in Nigeria, we've taken it a step further: we've given English a complete makeover. From childhood to adulthood, Nigerians have invented, twisted, and repurposed English words into something uniquely our own. Some of these words make sense in context; others? Well, let’s just say we turned them upside down — for no reason at all. In this post, we’re going to explore some of the most hilarious and widely accepted words Nigerians have redefined . Whether you're Nigerian or simply fascinated by language, this list will leave you laughing, nodding in agreement, or just plain confused. 1. Jangleover Correct Word: Swing Nigerian Remix: Jangleover "Mummy, I want to climb the jangleover !" Ask any Nigerian who grew up around playgrounds, and they’ll tell you the word jangleover was their go-to name for swings. No one knows where it came from, but it stuck. Try saying "swing" to a Nigerian child and you might get b...

NaijaNomad is back — older, sharper, and done explaining himself. 📌 Intro – Let’s Keep It a Buck It’s been a minute. And no, I don’t owe anybody an apology for the silence — but I do owe myself this post. Not just to mark a return, but to remind myself (and maybe you too) that disappearing doesn’t mean defeated. If you missed me? I appreciate you. If you didn’t? Well… read this post twice. Life has a way of humbling us all eventually. 💥 What Really Happened? Let’s skip the motivational fluff — I’ve been going through it. No Instagram quotes. No performative sadness. Just real-life emotional warfare. I’m talking: Battles in the mind Quiet depression moments Nights that didn’t end Mornings that didn’t bring peace Smiles that felt heavy And a lot of pretending I was fine when I wasn’t. Real talk: I was tired, bro. Mentally. Spiritually. Emotionally. But I kept showing up for people while neglecting myself. Until I just… couldn’t anymore. 🧠 The Sil...

Eyyy! My people, how una dey? It's your favorite blog partner back in the house, ready to spill some delicious tea and maybe, just maybe, blow your mind a little bit. Today, we're diving headfirst into a juicy, tangy, and slightly spooky conspiracy theory that’s been floating around the culinary cyberspace: Does pineapple also eat us, just as we devour them? Chai! You hear that? That's the sound of collective gasps, the rustle of eyebrows raised, and maybe a few "abeg, no be so!"s being muttered. But before you dismiss this as pure wash (that’s Nigerian for nonsense, for my non-Naija folks), grab a chilled glass of pineapple juice, or better yet, a fresh slice, and settle in. Because today, we’re not just talking food; we’re talking about a microscopic battle happening right inside your mouth, a silent war of enzymes, and a scientific truth that’s surprisingly… juicy. This ain't no dull science class, nah! This is pure cruise, Naija style, with a healthy dos...

INTRODUCTION: 25 — THE AGE THAT HITS DIFFERENT There's something scary, confusing and slightly magical about being twenty-five. Somehow, you stop being a "youth-youth" but still don't quite become a "real adult"; there's that in-betweenish feeling. That space is comfortable in Naija. Sense, money, vision, and soft skin with a clear mind; that's real-kay. But, real life doesn't really look like that, especially when NEPA, Nigeria, and societal pressure dey honey your uppercut from all angles. At twenty-five, I looked back and shot: "Why didn't anyone tell me this?" It's time to get on it, though. So here I am, telling it now. Let's jump right into it. 1. No One Has It Figured Out — They Just Pretend Better Even those people who look as if they have it all well? They figure things out on a daily basis. Most adults wing it. Some are just better at packaging. Some rich have depression as their gifts. Some broke lives give hope. ...

  Issue #7 — "From My Heart to Yours" Subject line: We Hit 1K! And It’s All Thanks To You ❤️ Date: [Auto-fill today's date or use MailerLite/Flodesk auto-date] From: Tiiny (Naija Nomard) ✨ 1,000 Views and a Whole Lot of Love Hey Nomads 💌 Today, I just want to pause the travel tips, the blog strategies, and the endless hustle for a minute… and just say thank you. This past week, Naija Nomard hit 1,000 views —and honestly? I’m still wrapping my head around it. Like… from a random idea and vibes to an actual blog with REAL readers? Wahala for who no believe in small beginnings o! I didn’t expect this. Not this early. And not with this much love. 😭 🥹 Why This Moment Means Everything I started this blog with faith in one pocket and fear in the other. Would anyone care? Would people read? Would it just end up being another forgotten site on the internet? But somehow… you came. You read. You shared. You believed. That 1K number? It’s not just views. It’s: ...

This one go touch you because you definitely dey do at least 3 of them. INTRO Look, no be to lie — we Nigerians dey try. We hustle, we multitask, we “no dey fall sick” (until we crash), and we move like health is optional. In fact, if something no knock you down completely, you go just dey manage am like Nokia 3310. But there’s a list of things we do every single day that are slowly wrecking our bodies — and we don’t even realize it. No drama. Just facts. Because these health habits no dey make noise — until your body starts to whisper: “hope you know say I dey tire?” So let’s talk. Not judgment. Not shame. Just truth. 1. Using Cotton Buds to Clean Your Ears “If you no feel that scratchy sweet pain, you no clean am well.” It’s almost cultural. Cotton buds after bath — twist left, twist right. That white tip must change colour or “you never clean anything.” But that scratchy satisfaction? Na trap. What’s really happening: You’re not removing wax — you’re pushing it deeper ...