Reference
A glossary of Nigerian terms
Words that appear across these pages, explained plainly. Traditional titles, kinship terms, foods, fabrics and customs.
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- Adire
- Adire is a traditional Yoruba fabric dyed using resist-dyeing techniques, such as tying or stitching, to create patterns before dipping it in indigo dye.Found on pages about Yoruba textiles and south-western Nigerian culture.AdireAso Oke and Nigerian traditional attireNike Davies-Okundaye
- Afro-Asiatic
- Afro-Asiatic is a large language family that includes Hausa, one of Nigeria's major languages, as well as languages spoken across North Africa and parts of the Middle East.A reader may meet this term when reading about the linguistic classification of Hausa.Hausa
- Afrobeats
- A contemporary popular music genre originating in Nigeria that blends West African rhythms with hip-hop, dancehall and R&B influences.Afrobeats emerged in the 2000s-2010s and has since become a globally successful genre, distinct from Fela Kuti's earlier Afrobeat.Nigerian music from highlife to AfrobeatsFela KutiNigerian Pidgin
- Agbada
- A wide-sleeved flowing robe worn by men, typically over a shirt and trousers, common across Nigeria for formal occasions.The agbada is closely associated with Yoruba and Hausa formal menswear and is often made from aso oke or other rich fabrics.Aso Oke and Nigerian traditional attireÀdìrẹ and Nigerian Textile Craft
- Age Grade
- An age grade is a group of people from the same community who were born around the same time and grow up together, often taking on shared duties such as community projects.Referred to on pages about traditional community organisation, especially in south-eastern Nigeria.Age grade systemsYakurrOjude Oba
- Akara
- Deep-fried bean cakes made from ground black-eyed peas, a popular Nigerian breakfast or snack food.Akara is widely sold as street food and is often eaten with pap (akamu) or bread.AkaraAnnang
- Akwete
- Akwete is a handwoven cloth originally produced in the town of Akwete in Abia State, known for its bold patterns and traditionally woven by Igbo women.Found on pages about Igbo textiles and Abia State.Akwete Cloth WeavingÀdìrẹ and Nigerian Textile CraftAso Oke and Nigerian traditional attire
- Alaafin
- The title of the traditional ruler of the Yoruba town of Oyo, historically the head of the Oyo Empire.The Alaafin of Oyo was historically regarded as the most powerful Yoruba monarch, presiding over a vast empire before its 19th-century collapse.Oyo EmpireOyoSango Festival
- Amanyanabo
- Amanyanabo is the title given to a traditional ruler among the Ijaw and Kalabari peoples of the Niger Delta. It literally refers to the owner or head of the land and people.Found on pages covering traditional rulers of Rivers and Bayelsa States.Chieftaincy TitlesIjawKalabari
- Ankara
- Ankara is a brightly coloured, wax-printed cotton fabric widely worn across Nigeria for everyday clothing and special occasions.Mentioned on pages about Nigerian fashion and dress across the country.
- Aso Ebi
- Matching fabric or outfits worn by family, friends or association members at Nigerian celebrations such as weddings and funerals.The practice, most prominent among the Yoruba, signals unity and solidarity with the celebrant and has spread across Nigerian ethnic groups.Aso Oke and Nigerian traditional attireFunerals and Second BurialsTraditional marriage in Nigeria
- Aso Oke
- A handwoven textile made by the Yoruba, traditionally used for formal attire such as agbada and gele.Aso oke is produced by specialist weavers, historically centred in towns such as Iseyin and Oyo, and remains prized for ceremonial dress.Aso Oke WeavingAso Oke and Nigerian traditional attire
- Attah
- The title of the traditional ruler of the Igala people, the Attah of Igala, based in Idah, Kogi State.The Attah Igala presides over the Igala Kingdom, one of the oldest traditional institutions in the Niger-Benue confluence area.IgalaIgala KingdomChieftaincy Titles
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- Babariga
- A large flowing gown worn by men in Northern Nigeria, similar in style to the agbada.The term is commonly used among the Hausa and other northern groups for formal or ceremonial male attire.Aso Oke and Nigerian traditional attire
- Bitterleaf
- Bitterleaf is a leafy vegetable with a naturally bitter taste that is washed to reduce bitterness before being used in Nigerian soups such as bitterleaf soup.Mentioned on pages about Nigerian vegetables and traditional dishes.Bitterleaf SoupEgusi SoupOgbono Soup
- Bride Price
- A traditional payment or gifts given by a groom's family to the bride's family as part of customary marriage rites in Nigeria.Practices and expectations around bride price vary widely by ethnic group and are often combined with statutory or religious marriage.Bride price and its meaningTraditional marriage in NigeriaIgbo
- Buba
- A loose-fitting blouse or top worn by both men and women in traditional Yoruba dress, often paired with other garments.A man's buba is typically worn with sokoto (trousers), while a woman's buba is paired with an iro (wrapper).Aso Oke and Nigerian traditional attire
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- Chieftaincy
- Chieftaincy is a system of traditional leadership in which a person holds a recognised title and role within a community, often passed down through family lines or conferred by a ruler.A reader may meet this term when reading about traditional rulers or honorary titles across Nigeria.Chieftaincy TitlesTraditional rulers and their authority todayBenin Kingdom
- Clan
- A clan is a group of related families or lineages who share a common ancestor or identity, and who may live in neighbouring communities.Seen on pages about ethnic groups and community organisation across Nigeria.IdomaIjawIsoko
- Compound
- A compound is a cluster of houses, often shared by an extended family, usually enclosed within a common boundary or wall.Found on pages about housing and family life in Nigerian towns and villages.The Extended Family and ObligationEgungunFela Kuti
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- Danfo
- A danfo is a yellow minibus commonly used for public transport in Lagos and other Nigerian cities, often crowded and known for its distinctive design.Mentioned on pages about transport in Lagos and other urban areas.
- Divination
- Divination is a practice used to seek guidance or understanding about hidden matters, often carried out by a trained specialist using set methods such as reading patterns, objects or signs.A reader may meet this term when reading about Ifa or other traditional consultation practices.Ifá and Yorùbá divinationMumuyeYoruba
- Durbar
- A ceremonial procession and equestrian display held in Northern Nigeria, featuring emirs, horsemen and traditional regalia, usually during Islamic festivals.Durbars are held in cities such as Kano, Katsina and Bida to mark occasions like Eid, showcasing traditional pageantry linked to the emirate system.DurbarSallah among the Hausa and FulaniArgungu Fishing Festival
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- Egungun (Masquerade)
- A Yoruba masquerade tradition in which costumed performers represent ancestral spirits during festivals and ceremonies.Egungun festivals are held annually in various Yoruba towns and are believed to allow communities to honour and communicate with departed ancestors.Egungun
- Egusi
- Ground melon seeds used to make a thick, popular Nigerian soup, often cooked with vegetables, meat and fish.Egusi soup is eaten across Nigeria, typically served with a swallow such as pounded yam or fufu.Egusi SoupMiyan TausheAmala Lafun
- Ekpe
- A traditional men's secret society and masquerade found among the Efik, Ejagham and related peoples of south-eastern Nigeria and Cross River.Ekpe historically functioned as a judicial and social regulatory institution and used the Nsibidi script for its symbolism.EkpeEfikCalabar City-States
- Elder
- An elder is an older, respected member of a family or community whose age and experience give them a recognised voice in decisions and dispute settling.Appears on pages about community leadership and traditional decision-making.Greetings and respect customsAnnangBerom
- Emir
- A traditional Muslim ruler in Northern Nigeria, typically heading an emirate within the Hausa-Fulani traditional system.Emirates such as Kano, Sokoto and Katsina trace their emirs' authority to the 19th-century Sokoto Caliphate founded by Usman dan Fodio.Ilorin EmirateKano EmirateKatsina Emirate
- Emirate
- An emirate is a traditional territory led by an emir, a hereditary Muslim ruler, found mainly across northern Nigeria.A reader may meet this term when reading about traditional rulers in states such as Kano or Sokoto.Ilorin EmirateKano EmirateKatsina Emirate
- Etsu
- The title of the traditional ruler of the Nupe people, such as the Etsu Nupe of Bida.The Etsu Nupe is the paramount traditional ruler of the Nupe Kingdom, based in Bida, Niger State.NupeNupe KingdomChieftaincy Titles
- Extended Family
- An extended family is a household or network that includes close relatives beyond parents and children, such as grandparents, aunts, uncles and cousins, who often support one another.Used on pages describing family and social life across Nigerian communities.The Extended Family and ObligationFunerals and Second BurialsFulani
- Eze
- The general Igbo word for a king or traditional ruler, used as a title before a person's name or as part of a stool name.Many Igbo communities use 'Eze' as a prefix, such as Eze Nri or Eze Aro, reflecting local traditional governance structures.Nri KingdomAro Confederacy
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- Gele
- An elaborately tied Yoruba head wrap worn by women, especially for special occasions and celebrations.Gele styles vary widely and skilled tiers are often hired for weddings and other major events.Aso Oke and Nigerian traditional attireÀdìrẹ and Nigerian Textile Craft
- Geopolitical Zone
- A geopolitical zone is one of six groupings of Nigerian states used for political and administrative purposes: North Central, North East, North West, South East, South South and South West.A reader may meet this term when comparing states or regions across Nigeria.North WestAbia
- George Wrapper
- A George wrapper is a richly decorated, often shimmering fabric traditionally worn by women in south-eastern and southern Nigeria, especially among the Igbo and Niger Delta peoples.Referred to on pages about traditional dress in south-eastern and southern Nigeria.
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- Harmattan
- A dry, dusty wind that blows from the Sahara Desert across West Africa, typically from November to March, bringing cooler, hazy conditions.Harmattan season affects visibility, health and agriculture across Nigeria and is a distinct feature of the country's dry season.AdamawaBauchiBorno
- Highlife
- A music genre blending West African rhythms with jazz and swing influences, popular in Nigeria and Ghana from the mid-20th century.Highlife was especially prominent among the Igbo in the 1950s-60s and influenced later Nigerian popular music genres.Nigerian music from highlife to AfrobeatsFela KutiSunday Adeniyi Adegeye
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- Ifa
- Ifa is a Yoruba system of divination in which a trained priest, called a babalawo, interprets patterns cast with palm nuts or a chain to give guidance drawn from a large body of remembered verses.A reader may come across Ifa when reading about Yoruba spirituality or traditional decision-making.OlojoNew Yam FestivalYoruba Wood Carving
- Igwe
- A title used by traditional rulers in many Igbo communities, especially in Enugu and Anambra states.The word literally means 'sky' or 'heaven' in Igbo, reflecting the elevated status accorded to the titleholder.New Yam FestivalTraditional rulers and their authority today
- Indigene
- A person officially recognised as native to a particular Nigerian state or local government area, as distinct from a settler.Indigene status affects access to certain rights such as scholarships, appointments and political representation, and remains a contested issue in Nigerian governance.BeromEfikGombe
- Iro
- A wrapper worn by Yoruba women, typically tied around the waist and paired with a buba.Together with the buba, gele and iborun (shawl), the iro forms a traditional Yoruba women's outfit.Aso Oke and Nigerian traditional attire
- Iru
- A fermented locust bean condiment used to flavour soups and stews, especially among the Yoruba; known as ogiri in some Igbo areas.Iru and ogiri add a distinctive pungent flavour and are staples in traditional Nigerian cooking.Ewedu SoupAyamase RiceEfo Riro
- Isiagu
- Isiagu is a patterned shirt or top, traditionally decorated with a lion's head design, worn by Igbo men especially by titled men or on formal occasions.Seen on pages about Igbo traditional dress in south-eastern Nigeria.Aso Oke and Nigerian traditional attire
- Iyaloja
- The traditional female head of a market among the Yoruba, responsible for overseeing traders and resolving market disputes.The Iyaloja holds a recognised leadership role within Yoruba market and trading communities, often working alongside traditional rulers.
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- Kaftan
- A long, loose-fitting robe worn by men, popular across Nigeria, particularly in the north, for both casual and formal wear.Kaftans are worn with matching caps and trousers and have become popular nationwide beyond their northern origins.Aso Oke and Nigerian traditional attire
- Keke
- Keke, short for keke napep, is a three-wheeled motorised vehicle used as a form of public transport in many Nigerian towns and cities.Seen on pages about local transport across Nigerian towns and cities.
- Kingdom
- A kingdom, in the Nigerian traditional context, is a territory historically ruled by a monarch such as an oba or an eze, often with its own customs, titles and history predating colonial rule.A reader may meet this term when reading about historical or present-day traditional rulership.Warri KingdomNupe KingdomIgala Kingdom
- Kola Nut
- The seed of the kola tree, chewed as a mild stimulant and used ceremonially in hospitality and traditional rites across Nigeria.Presenting and sharing kola nut is a significant gesture of welcome and respect among many Nigerian ethnic groups, especially the Igbo.The Igbo kola nut ritualBride price and its meaningIgbo
- Kwagh-hir
- Kwagh-hir is a Tiv performance tradition that combines puppetry, masquerade, music and storytelling to entertain audiences and pass on cultural knowledge.A reader may meet this term when reading about Tiv culture or Nigerian performance traditions.Kwagh-hirTiv Cloth Weaving
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- Lamido
- A Fulani title for a traditional ruler, roughly equivalent to an emir, used in parts of Northern Nigeria such as Adamawa.The Lamido of Adamawa is one of the most prominent Fulani traditional rulers, with historical ties to the Sokoto Caliphate.Adamawa
- Language Family
- A language family is a group of languages that share a common ancestral origin and therefore have related vocabulary and grammar, even if they are no longer mutually understandable.A reader may meet this term when reading about how Nigerian languages such as Yoruba, Hausa and Igbo relate to one another.AdaraHausaIdoma
- LGA (Local Government Area)
- The third tier of government in Nigeria, below federal and state levels, responsible for grassroots administration.Nigeria has 774 LGAs, each with its own council and chairman, forming the basic administrative unit referenced throughout Nigerian civic life.
- Lineage
- A lineage is a group of people who trace their descent from a common ancestor, often used to explain family ties, inheritance and belonging within a community.Used on pages discussing family structure and traditional titles.TivFulaniThe Extended Family and Obligation
- Locust Bean
- Locust bean, also known as iru or dawadawa, is a fermented seasoning made from the seeds of the locust bean tree, used to add flavour to soups and stews.Appears on pages about traditional Nigerian seasonings and cooking.Ekuru AgoyinEwa RiroEfo Riro
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- Market Day
- A market day is a set day, often following a traditional cycle, on which a local market is busiest and traders and buyers gather to trade goods.Found on pages about local markets and community life across Nigeria.Naming ceremonies and the meaning of namesColonial RuleOjude Oba
- Masquerade
- A masquerade is a costumed and masked performer who appears at festivals and ceremonies across Nigeria, often believed to represent an ancestral or spirit presence. Masquerades combine costume, dance, music and sometimes secrecy about the performer's identity.A reader may meet this term when reading about the Egungun tradition or other local masking traditions.Masquerade traditionsMmanwuEgungun
- Middle Belt
- The Middle Belt is a broad, informally defined region of central Nigeria known for its many ethnic groups and its position between the mainly Muslim north and mainly Christian south.A reader may meet this term when reading about states such as Plateau, Benue or Nasarawa.Joseph TarkaTivNorth Central
- Mmanwu
- Mmanwu is the Igbo word for a masquerade, a costumed and masked performer who appears at festivals and ceremonies and is traditionally understood to embody an ancestral spirit.A reader may meet Mmanwu when reading about Igbo festivals or masking traditions.MmanwuMasquerade traditions
- Molue
- A molue is a large, older-style commercial bus once common in Lagos for public transport, generally bigger than a danfo minibus.Referred to on pages about the history of transport in Lagos.
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- Niger Delta
- The Niger Delta is the region in southern Nigeria where the River Niger meets the Atlantic Ocean through many channels and creeks; it is known for oil production and its wetland environment.A reader may meet this term when reading about states such as Rivers, Bayelsa or Delta.Niger Delta and Coastal FisheriesBayelsaIsaac Adaka Boro
- Niger-Congo
- Niger-Congo is a large language family that includes most languages spoken in southern Nigeria, such as Yoruba and Igbo, as well as many other languages across sub-Saharan Africa.A reader may meet this term when reading about the linguistic classification of Nigerian languages.Nigerian PidginẸ̀dóEfịk
- Nigerian Pidgin
- Nigerian Pidgin is a widely spoken English-based language used across Nigeria as a common means of communication between people of different ethnic and linguistic backgrounds.A reader may meet this term when reading about everyday communication or popular culture in Nigeria.Nigerian PidginLagosIdoma
- Nilo-Saharan
- Nilo-Saharan is a language family that includes Kanuri, spoken mainly in north-eastern Nigeria, along with a range of languages found across parts of eastern and central Africa.A reader may meet this term when reading about the linguistic classification of Kanuri.Kanuri
- Nok
- An ancient culture and archaeological site in central Nigeria, known for producing some of the earliest terracotta sculptures in Africa.The Nok culture flourished roughly between 1500 BC and 500 AD and is regarded as a foundational civilisation in Nigerian and West African history.Nok TerracottaKadunaPre-Colonial Nigeria
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- Oba
- A traditional Yoruba king or paramount ruler of a town or kingdom.Obas head the traditional institutions of Yoruba towns such as Lagos, Benin (historically also styled Oba) and Ife; the title carries significant cultural and ceremonial authority today.IgueOjude ObaEdo
- Obi
- A traditional ruler or king among the Igbo people, particularly in towns such as Onitsha.The title is most closely associated with the Obi of Onitsha, one of the most prominent Igbo traditional stools.OfalaChieftaincy TitlesTraditional rulers and their authority today
- Obong
- Obong is a title used for traditional rulers among the Efik and other groups in Akwa Ibom and Cross River States, such as the Obong of Calabar.Seen on pages about traditional leadership in Akwa Ibom and Cross River States.Calabar City-StatesEfikTraditional rulers and their authority today
- Ofada Rice
- A short, indigenous variety of rice grown in south-western Nigeria, especially around Ofada in Ogun State.Ofada rice is typically served with a spicy pepper sauce known as ofada stew, made with assorted meats and locust beans.Ofada RiceAyamase Rice
- Ogbono
- Ogbono are ground wild mango seeds used to make a thick, slightly slimy soup that is popular in many parts of Nigeria.Mentioned on pages about Nigerian food, particularly dishes from the south.Ogbono SoupEbaOkro Soup
- Ogun
- Ogun is the Yoruba orisha (spirit or deity) associated with iron, tools and war, and is traditionally honoured by blacksmiths, hunters and others who work with metal.A reader may meet Ogun when reading about Yoruba traditional religion or craft guilds.Ogun FestivalOgunOlojo
- Oloye
- A Yoruba chieftaincy title conferred as an honour, distinct from ruling monarchs, often for community service or achievement.Oloye titles are awarded by traditional rulers or communities and are widely used by prominent Yoruba individuals in public life.
- Olu
- Olu is the title of the traditional ruler of the Itsekiri people, based in Warri in Delta State. The Olu is a respected custodian of Itsekiri culture and history.Encountered on pages about traditional rulers of the Niger Delta and Delta State.Warri KingdomItsekiriChieftaincy Titles
- Ọọ̀ni
- The title of the traditional ruler of Ife, regarded as the spiritual head of the Yoruba people.Ife is considered the cradle of Yoruba civilisation, giving the Ooni a unique spiritual status among Yoruba traditional rulers.Chieftaincy TitlesYoruba
- Oríkì
- A form of Yoruba oral poetry consisting of praise chants or attributive names that celebrate a person's lineage, character or achievements.Oriki are recited at ceremonies and important occasions and are considered an important repository of Yoruba oral history.Talking Drums and Drum LanguageYorùbá
- Orisha
- An orisha is a spirit or deity honoured in Yoruba traditional religion, each one associated with particular forces of nature or aspects of life, such as thunder or rivers.A reader may meet this term alongside Sango or Ogun, who are both individual orishas.Eyo Festival
- Owambe
- Owambe is a lively, often large-scale Nigerian party or celebration, such as a wedding or birthday, known for its music, food and colourful outfits.Seen on pages about Nigerian social events and celebrations.Ayamase RiceOfada Rice
- Ozo Title
- A prestigious traditional title system among the Igbo, conferred on accomplished men after a series of rites and payments.Holding the Ozo title grants elevated social status and a recognised voice in community affairs in many Igbo communities.Igbo-Ukwu Bronze Work
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- Palm Oil
- Palm oil is a reddish-orange oil pressed from the fruit of the oil palm tree and is a common cooking ingredient in many Nigerian dishes, especially in the south.Referred to on pages about Nigerian cooking and agriculture in the southern regions.Palm OilPalm Oil RiceNative Jollof Rice
- Palm Wine
- A traditional alcoholic beverage made from the sap of palm trees, consumed fresh across many parts of Nigeria.Palm wine holds ceremonial importance, particularly in traditional marriage rites and communal gatherings in southern Nigeria.Palm WineNkwobiTraditional marriage in Nigeria
- Pepper Soup
- Pepper soup is a light, spicy broth made with meat or fish and a blend of local spices, often served as a warming dish or during celebrations.Referred to on pages about Nigerian food and social gatherings.Goat Meat Pepper SoupCatfish Pepper SoupPepper Soup
- Pounded Yam
- Pounded yam is a smooth, stretchy food made by boiling and pounding yam tubers, traditionally eaten as a swallow with soup.Seen on pages about Nigerian staple foods, especially in the south and west.Pounded YamAfia EfereNsala Soup
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- Sahel
- The Sahel is a semi-arid belt of land that stretches across Africa south of the Sahara Desert, including Nigeria's far northern areas, marked by low rainfall and dry grassland or scrubland.A reader may meet this term when reading about the climate or geography of far-northern Nigerian states.YobeJigawaKanuri
- Sango
- Sango is the Yoruba orisha (spirit or deity) associated with thunder and lightning, remembered as a powerful former ruler of the Oyo kingdom who was later honoured as a deity.A reader may meet Sango when reading about Yoruba traditional religion or the history of the Oyo kingdom.Sango FestivalBen Enwonwu
- Sarki
- The Hausa word for king or ruler, used as a title or as part of compound titles across Northern Nigeria.'Sarki' forms the root of many Hausa traditional titles, such as Sarkin Kano, referring to the ruler of Kano before the emirate system.Hausa
- Savannah
- Savannah is a landscape of open grassland scattered with scrubs or trees, found across much of northern and central Nigeria, in contrast with the denser forests of the south.A reader may meet this term when reading about the vegetation or climate of Nigerian states.CottonGombeGroundnut
- Second Burial
- A second burial is a later ceremony held, sometimes months or years after someone's death and initial burial, to formally and fully mark their passing according to tradition.A reader may meet this term when reading about funeral customs in various Nigerian communities.Funerals and Second Burials
- Senatorial District
- A senatorial district is a subdivision of a Nigerian state used to elect a member to the Senate, with each state divided into three such districts.A reader may meet this term when reading about how a state's Senate representatives are elected.
- Shehu
- A traditional Islamic and royal title used in Northern Nigeria, notably by the Shehu of Borno.The title is historically tied to the Kanem-Bornu Empire and the religious leadership associated with Islamic scholarship.KanuriKanem-Bornu EmpireBorno
- Soup and Stew
- In Nigerian cooking, soup usually refers to a thick, often vegetable-based dish eaten with a solid starch called swallow, while stew is a tomato-based sauce eaten with rice or other grains.Explained on pages about Nigerian food and regional cuisines.AmalaIjawAmala Lafun
- Sultan
- The Sultan is the most senior traditional Islamic ruler in Nigeria, based in Sokoto, and is regarded as a spiritual leader for many Muslims in the north.Mentioned on pages about traditional and religious leadership in northern Nigeria, especially Sokoto State.SokotoSokoto CaliphateArgungu Fishing Festival
- Suya
- Skewered, spiced grilled meat, typically beef, popular as street food across Nigeria.Suya originates from Hausa culinary tradition and is coated in a peanut-based spice mix called yaji.SuyaKilishi
- Swallow
- A Nigerian term for soft, dough-like foods such as pounded yam, eba, fufu or amala, eaten by hand with soup.Swallow dishes are a staple across Nigeria's regions, with the specific type varying by locality and available staple crop.Oat SwallowPlantain SwallowWheat Swallow
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- Talking Drum
- A traditional hourglass-shaped drum, known as gangan or dundun among the Yoruba, capable of mimicking the tonal patterns of spoken language.The talking drum has historically been used for communication and storytelling, and remains prominent in traditional and popular Nigerian music.Talking Drums and Drum LanguageNigerian music from highlife to AfrobeatsSunday Adeniyi Adegeye
- Tone Marks
- Tone marks are small symbols placed above or below letters in written Nigerian languages, such as Yoruba or Igbo, to show the pitch used when pronouncing a syllable, since pitch can change a word's meaning.A reader may meet tone marks when reading names or words written in Yoruba or Igbo.UrhoboYorùbáNupe
- Tor Tiv
- The title of the paramount traditional ruler of the Tiv people, based in Benue State.The Tor Tiv institution was created in the 20th century to unify Tiv traditional leadership under a single paramount ruler.TivIdomaChieftaincy Titles
- Town Union
- A town union is an association formed by people from the same hometown, often living elsewhere, to support development projects and welfare back home.Mentioned on pages about community organisation and hometown associations.Age grade systemsOwanEtsako
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- Ugu
- Ugu is the Igbo name for fluted pumpkin leaves, a leafy green vegetable widely used in Nigerian soups.Found on pages about Nigerian vegetables and cooking, particularly in the south-east.Beans PorridgeEdikang IkongOfe Owerri