If you’ve scrolled through Nigerian social media this year, you already know: Naija no dey carry last.
From hilarious skits to viral slang, Nigerians continue to dominate timelines with creativity, humour, and straight-up vibe.
Social media in Nigeria isn’t just entertainment – it’s culture, commentary, and community rolled into one.
So, what’s been trending on the Nigerian internet this year? Let’s ride through the skits, memes, and moments that had everyone double-tapping, sharing, and laughing out loud.
Skit Makers Are the New Celebrities
Skit comedy has gone from quick laughs to serious business, and Nigerian skit makers are not even joking. These days, we see skit trends in different niches. However, this year’s most prominent trends revolved around over-the-top alter egos, relatable Lagos life chaos and parodies of daily Nigerian struggle.
These creators aren’t just making jokes. They’re using comedy to spotlight real-life issues; fans can’t get enough.
Memes That Broke the Internet
Nigerians don’t just use memes. We create legends. We were treated to so many of them this year and enjoyed them while they lasted. Some of the ones I remember off the top of my head are:
- “No Evidence, You Go Explain Tire” – for dodging accountability with humour.
- “Wetin Be This?” face – featuring exaggerated disbelief and low-budget zoom-ins.
- Portable’s Unfiltered Outbursts – every dramatic phrase of his became instant meme material.
- BBNaija Expressions – from shocked housemates to eye-rolling reactions, Big Brother gave us premium content.
In Nigeria, any moment, from politics to a serious religious sermon can turn into a meme. And once it enters WhatsApp groups? It’s history.
Slang That Took Over the Streets
Nigerian social media is nothing without slang, and this year, the language makers didn’t disappoint:
- “Sapa dey” – The national anthem of financial struggle.
- “Wahala for who no get…” – Insert anything from babe to fuel.
- “E choke!” – When something hits hard (positively or negatively).
- “No be juju be that?” – When life just doesn’t make sense.
- “Otilo!” – It’s gone! Whether it’s money or someone’s dignity.
Slang spreads like wildfire, giving Nigerians a shared way to laugh through life’s biggest dramas.
If this year has proven anything, it’s that Nigerian social media isn’t just about catching a cruise—it’s a movement. It’s how we process life, make light of stress, and find joy in the middle of it all.
So, whether you’re reposting a Sabinus skit, replying with a Portable meme, or grooving to the latest TikTok sound, just know you’re part of something bigger.
