A Nigerian man is gaining online attention. He has urged the Oxford Dictionary to include Naval officer Lt. Yerima’s name. This follows Yerima’s ongoing social media trend. The trend started after a widely shared interaction with FCT Minister Nyesom Wike. Their exchange quickly went viral.
Plea to Oxford: Incorporate ‘Yerima’
Bamijoko Kayode Oto, a young man, used Facebook to make his suggestion. He proposed adding the officer’s name to the Oxford Dictionary. He noted Yerima’s current significant presence in Nigeria. “YERIMA has been Nigeria’s most mentioned name recently,” he wrote. “The Oxford Dictionary should consider adding it.”
Understanding ‘Yerima’: Proposed Meanings and Use
Oto’s post went beyond a simple request. He provided specific meanings and grammatical structures. He defined “Yerima” as an adjective for “dignity, integrity, defense.” The verb form is “yerima.” Its past tense is “yerimied.” The present continuous is “yeriming.” The present perfect form is also “yerimied.”
Illustrative Applications of the Term
To clarify, Oto offered sample sentences. These showed how the word could be used daily. “I yerimied my uncle from entering our farmland.” “God yerimied me; that car could have hit me.” “The goalkeeper yerimied the ball very effectively.” “Access Bank just yerimied my account.” He further clarified its meaning: “Yerima means to save, oppose, or defend.”
Public Response and Commentary
The post quickly captured the public’s interest. Many social media users joined the discussion. They actively participated in the comment section.
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