Lagos can be a very mercurial place, and one
has to be very careful with what he or she
says or does, because you cannot always be
sure of the outcome of your actions and
reactions.

In Lagos, you will be shocked as to how very
little can turn into so much, even certain
jokes have led to the most tragic ends.
Words they say can be very powerful and in
most cases mean more than what was
intended to be said, that is very true with
respect to Lagos, so one must watch his or
her words as they converse and interact on
Eko’s busy streets.
Here are five words that cannot be used just
anyway in Lagos, infact, the words should be
avoided as much as possible, because the
mention of these words can eventually lead to
some big trouble.

1. OLE!
No its not a name, or a title for an album,
neither is it a shout of approval, triumph or
encouragement; it is actually a derogatory
Yoruba term which means “Thief”. So when
you go screaming Ole! Ole! then you can be
sure that you’ll cause a lot of panic.
Jungle justice is still practiced in Lagos,
though the government is taking severe
measures to curb the menace.
So don’t be surprised if at your chant, some
people are sent scampering away seeking
safe harbor, while some others dauntlessly
race towards you in a bid to apprehend your
supposed assailant. You might want to quickly
flee from the scene, as jungle justice is not a
strange practice, even in Nigeria’s most
civilised city.

2. Igbo
It sounds slightly different, but is spelt like
the name of an ethnic group in the
southeastern part of Nigeria, but don’t be
fooled, ‘igbo’ means ‘marijuana’. You must be
very careful with the usage of this word, else
you might serve time in jail.
The use of Indian hemp or Igbo as it is
christened is illegal in Lagos, and the police,
NAFDAC and other agencies would be ready
to take you in for questioning, once the word
falls off your lips.

3. Ashewo
This word really gets on the nerves of ladies,
some girls would kill when this term is
directed to them. This is because, ‘Ashewo’
means ‘prostitute’. As slighting as this word
is, many Lagiosian mostly people of the mass
class, still use ‘Ashewo’ anyhow they wish;
and you will be shocked as to the magnitude
of rifts and chaos this simple word can bring.
Prostitutes in Lagos are nicknamed ‘Ashewo’

4. Police
Popularly called olopa or askari in Lagos, the
term police comes with various notions and
thoughts. For many though, it stirs trouble,
and that is not necessarily because you are a
law offender.
Nigerian police officers
Known for certain vices, the police in Lagos
has a reputation that needs to be put in the
right perspective. With bribery topping the list
of vices, the word police in Eko, has become
synonymous with the corrupt practice. Such
that the mention of police becomes obnoxious
to many Lagosians.

5. Agbero
Agbero refers to the hooligans and touts that
fill the bus parks and bus-stops in Lagos.
Though their exploits are often over blown,
still the word agbero should cause one to
rethink.
Very erratic in nature, the Lagos touts have a
peculiar way of operating. From plaguing bus
drivers and conductors to snatching bags and
stealing jewelries, the word ‘agbero’ definitely
doesn’t mean well, little wonder people feel
very uncomfortable when the term is
mentioned.
In Lagos, the words highlighted above can
really cause a scene and if not handled
appropriately may escalate in serious fracas.
Are there some other words or terms used in
Lagos, that are capable of stirring rifts? Do
let us know by leaving your comments in the
section availed.
I dare say it is very essential that regardless
of the fact that you are a resident or visitor in
Lagos, you need to mind your language in
your daily interactions. For visitors, endeavour
to get the true meaning of terms you are
learning before that word puts you in grave
danger.

source: https://www.naij.com/544459-taboo-top-5-words-may-get-trouble-lagos-photos.html

Cc: lalasticlala

What about 'Ole' or 'Oloshi'

what about, Boko! Boko!!

Omo Onile nko? Land owners

This days angry mob don de try de friendly to even thief's.... so I blv the word Wey fear people pass now na ....see that rapist !! na there u go see all women and small small girls de pack 1 corner... while the papas dem swing into action...

Maybe you should change that Ashewo to Olosho

emmanuelajayi:
What about 'Ole' or 'Oloshi'

Are you sure you read the post? Don't lie..

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Mentioning 'eiye' or 'aiye' canget you into a big mess

Issorait o
Lalasticlala

NO MANS LAND - This catchy phrase is probably the most annoying thing a lagosian will never like to hear from anybody. Just go to oshodi and tell any real lagosian that ;

hey broda mi, Lagos is a "no mans land" and watch how your four teeth will be removed instantaneous instanta...

Hmmmm op, all those osho-frees in festac actually loved to be called _ashawos/ashez that I know of.

PDP - OK an average lagosian will rain curses on you if you mention PDP around him, it might possibly land you in trouble too.....

BOKO-ARE-RAMS - This word dey scatter boys for area at the mention of it. Like this word is the only word that separates any lagosian from his sanity for about 2mins.

Kayode, they say dem boko-boys don enter town

Kayode - ahhhhhh ahhhhh ahhhhh, I don die..

Master slave relationship.

Bomb

No one plays with that word anywhere in Nigeria o