Nigerian
Americanadjective
noun
adjective
noun
Example Sentences
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I’m very, very interested in that story, and so we got to research what it’s like being the child of Nigerian immigrants.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 2, 2026
The Nigerian police say additional security measures have been put in place around foreign missions, key infrastructure and other sensitive locations.
From BBC • Jun. 1, 2026
After leaving Southampton in September, the Nigerian left-winger joined Czech second tier side Ceske Budejovice.
From BBC • May 26, 2026
U.S. officials said no American or Nigerian troops were injured in the latest operation, which took place on Sunday.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 18, 2026
And there was Suzanne, with her Nigerian birth certificate and her collection of beloved aunties in Jamaica.
From "Becoming" by Michelle Obama
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