There are many versions of the word dad. List coming up.

Contrary to what some Nigerians posit, daddy (as opposed to papa or father) is not an indication of elite status.

Its simply an informal version of father.

Daddy might have gotten into modern Nigerian lexicon as a newer word after colonization, however, I'm of the opinion many Yoruba or Nigerian words we use today, were unknown centuries before. Change is a constant thing.

What percentage of Nigerians call their father daddy and what percentage do not?

When/if your dad is late, does that mean he never existed? And your link to him has ended? Do you substitute your late dad with another, as an adult?

How many ways are you supposed to call your father? Is there versatility or only one or two?

If some Nigerians are offended by you referring to your father as dad/daddy (believing you are lording it over them and showing off your elite status), should you break off all links with him or call him something else?