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Bonus: How Did Nigeria Get Its Name?
Bonus: How Did Nigeria Get Its Name?
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Length:
9 minutes
Released:
Apr 9, 2022
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Podcast episode
Description
You might guess that Nigeria and Niger derive their names from the Latin word for “black,” especially since both countries were formerly colonized by Europeans. Guess again. John explains.Bonus segments are normally for paying subscribers only, but we’re making this week’s free for all! To support my work, please consider becoming paying subscriber. This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit lexiconvalley.substack.com/subscribe
Released:
Apr 9, 2022
Format:
Podcast episode
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