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Naija No Dey Carry Last 

The Pidgin phrase Naija no dey carry last, roughly meaning “Nigerians strive to finish first”, has become an unofficial national motto (as well as the title of a book satirising the country).
Someone:Other countries are better
Nigerian person: never naija no dey carry last.
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A beautiful, crazy, energetic, funny, random person who gets really hyper after eating candy or drinking pop. when you first meet a Nyaira she will be shy and when/ if you become good friends, you'll never regret it, Nyaira will always be there for you <3
Person 1: Look at that girl, she is gorgeous.
Person 2: Yeah! she's probably a Nyaira!
Nyaira by Naae June 26, 2012
Naija is another name for Nigeria, the patroitic name for Nigerians to show thier strength and smartness.

Naija can be a noun, and an adjective as well. As a noun, it is a name of a place, and as an adjective, it qualifies a noun.
Naija People
A place called Naija
naija by Damilare Onajole December 18, 2005
A beautiful being, truly adorable and unmatchable in her sense of humor. Her smile outshines the sun and brings complete joy to those around her. She will always find a way to make your day greater, unless you're her enemy, she will haunt you for life. In conclusion, Nyairah is cute×∞ and her laugh is adorable. :)
Person:"Help! I'm looking for the most beautiful angel here!"

Other Person:"Oh you mean Nyairah? She's over there eating hot cheetos!"
Nyairah by Pisces Pie March 3, 2019
Another name for Nigeria (country on the coast of West Africa).
Also abbreviated as 9ja.
I am from Naija.
Artists such as D'banj are from Naija.
I have lived in Naija most of my life.
Naija by TWNS October 22, 2008