The Prince of Wales captivated
Nigerians with his mastery of pidgin English during his interactions with the
dignitaries and ordinary people. He's better known for speaking the Queen’s
English, but the Prince of Wales on Wednesday turned to pidgin during his visit
to Lagos. “How you dey? (How are you?)” he asked assembled dignitaries,
including former heads of state, presidential candidates, leading politicians, and
stars from the world of fashion, music and the arts. “I find it hard to believe
that nearly 30 years have passed since I first came to this city,” he added in
a speech at the British Deputy High Commissioner’s residence. “As they
say, ‘God don butta my bread’ (God has blessed me),” he said, praising the city
for its dynamism and energy. “If life dey show you pepper, make pepper soup,”
he said, which roughly translates to “life is what you make it”.
Goodbye Prince of Wales! We love
you!
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