Word Of The Day

Shishi

Meaning

Nothing, Zero, Nada... Used almostly when bragging about not paying for a service or something.

It can also be used as an insult for saying someone is broke.

Example

eg 1. I no get shishi for my phone but MTN allow me make call.

eg 2. Emeka no get shishi for pocket.

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Meaning

1. Recent arrival from abroad (especially UK or USA) into Nigeria
2. Nigerian nickname for an African American

Example

You see that new akata wia she waka with yesterday.

Synonyms: ["Foreigner"]

Origin: Lagos

By Godswill Bernard October 24, 2017