Adebunmi Adeniran, a Nigerian linguist based in the
United Kingdom has invented a multilingual
keyboard which supports and enables writing in at
least 12 Nigerian languages correctly as well as the
use of correct signs and tones to give instant
meaning to the reader.
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The multilingual keyboard known as "Nailangs" is
aimed at ensuring that Nigerian local languages are
learned with ease so as to prevent the languages
from going into extinction, said Adebunmi.
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How it works
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Unlike Konyin's multilingual computer keyboard
which was only available for desktop, Nailangs
keyboard is available for download on all platforms
such as Google Playstore, the iOS store and
Windows (Desktop) for easy access with attached
fee of N2,397.04, $9.99, N4000 respectively.
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After the download is complete, users can type in
the three official Nigerian languages, Hausa, Igbo
and Yoruba, alongside other recognised languages
which include Efik, Idoma, Hausa/Fulani, Tiv among
others, Adebunmi said.
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Nailangs seeks to provide a solution for addressing
many who complain that their names are often
mutilated as a result of the inadequacy of the
already existing computer keyboards.
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Beyond the Keyboard
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Adebunmi expressed dissatisfaction at the rate
which, in recent times, Nigerians use their dialect
as a secondary language instead of their primary
language. However, she praised the Urhobo people
for their passion to speak and write their dialect
hence, the Urhobo language made the list of the 12
languages on the Nailangs keyboard despite not
being a part of the more recognised languages.
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Adebunmi has established a website that teaches
Yoruba language as well as a partnership with some
Yoruba afterschool clubs that can teach children
the Yoruba language once they return from school,
particularly in Lagos.
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She hopes this invention will go a long way in re-
instituting the pride associated with languages in
Nigeria and subsequently become the national
keyboard for Nigeria in the nearest future.

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