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7 Things Every Nigerian Has Experienced

Ah, the Nigerian childhood experience – it’s a rollercoaster of errands, rice, and life lessons! ??

 

    1. Errands Galore: You know you’re Nigerian when you’re the family’s official errand runner. Dodging traffic to fetch groceries? Check! 

    2. Cane Chronicles: Brace yourself for the cane, the OG disciplinary tool. Bad behavior, missed homework, or a noisy moment – the cane’s got you! 

    3. Jollof Joy: Jollof rice, the king of Nigerian cuisine! It’s not just for special occasions; it’s your dinner BFF! ?

    4. Sunday Sermons: Whether you’re team church or mosque, Sundays are sacred. It’s where you learn faith and try not to snooze during the sermon. ?

    5. Games Galore: Suya, ten-ten, and epic hide-and-seek battles with friends. Nigerian games are pure childhood nostalgia! ?

    6. Elders’ Tales: Gather ’round for stories from the wise elders. They drop wisdom, history, and some epic moral lessons. ?

    7.Lights Out, Party On: Power outages are like surprise parties – they happen when you least expect it! Time to master candlelit adventures. ?️

Growing up Nigerian isn’t just about these 7 things, but they sure make it memorable! ?

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Written by Ekene Aka

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