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efiko
What does efiko mean?
A nickname for someone known for being academically brilliant — often used half-teasingly to describe the class 'nerd' who always has the answers.
"Ask the efiko, he never misses a class and always tops the exams."
Origin
Yoruba slang term specifically used in school/youth culture for an academically brilliant person.
Frequently asked questions
What does Efiko mean?
It describes a brilliant, studious person — the 'top of the class' type, often used half-jokingly.
Is Efiko an insult?
Not really — it's mostly good-natured, though it can carry a light 'nerd' connotation.
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