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Definition of oga in English:

oga

noun

West African

  • In Nigeria and surrounding areas: a chief, employer, or superior; (frequently as a form of address) sir, master.

Pronunciation

oga

/əʊˈɡɑː/ /ˈɒɡə/

Origin

Early 20th century; earliest use found in Journal of the Royal Anthropological Institute. From Yoruba ọ̀gá chief, master.