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Nigerian

American  
[nahy-jeer-ee-uhn] / naɪˈdʒɪər i ən /

adjective

  1. of or relating to Nigeria or its inhabitants.

noun

  1. a native or inhabitant of Nigeria.

Example Sentences

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In the episode of “One54” cited in the lawsuit, one of the podcast’s Nigerian hosts, Akbar Gbajabiamila, prompts the comedian with “I heard you had a problem with the ‘Lion King,’ why?”

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 27, 2026

However, she lost her best African music gong to fellow Nigerian singer Wizkid.

From BBC • Mar. 26, 2026

The drones are capable of strikes but are only being used for reconnaissance, said Nigerian Major General Samaila Uba.

From Barron's • Mar. 21, 2026

Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer has met Nigerian President Bola Ahmed Tinubu at Downing Street, as the two countries agreed a record-breaking steel deal.

From BBC • Mar. 19, 2026

“You do traditional Nigerian drumming as your talent?”

From "Beauty Queens" by Libba Bray

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