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sisi eko
What does sisi eko mean?
Combines 'sisi' (young lady) with 'Eko,' the Yoruba name for Lagos; used to describe a fashionable, city-savvy young woman from Lagos.
"She's proper sisi Eko — always dripped in the latest fashion."
Origin
Compound of Yoruba 'sisi' (young lady) and 'Eko' (the Yoruba name for the city of Lagos, referencing its iconic yellow-and-black danfo buses and city identity).
Frequently asked questions
What does Sisi Eko mean?
It means a fine, fashionable Lagos girl — combining 'sisi' (young lady) with 'Eko,' the Yoruba name for Lagos.
Why is Lagos called Eko?
Eko is the traditional Yoruba name for Lagos, predating the Portuguese-derived name 'Lagos.'
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