The popular slang, “No gree for anybody,” has been strongly disapproved of by the Nigeria Police Force.
The Police said the slogan, which has become a catch-phrase for many people and youths since the dawn of the New Year, can be a potential crisis trigger.
While many people think the slang refers to holding firm to one’s convictions and resisting the pull of other people’s opinions, the Police, through its spokesperson, Olumuyiwa Adejobi, threatened to clamp down on anyone caught using the slang.
Adejobi disclosed at a Press conference that the Police had received information indicating the slogan would spark a revolution in the nation.
He said, “Let me say that the new slogan for 2023, 2024 for our young ones is ‘No go gree for anybody.’
“We have been informed from our intelligence that this slogan is coming from a revolutionary sector that may likely cause problem across the country.
“‘No go gree for anybody’ is being seen as just a normal talk, but in security business, in the security community, we have seen it as a very dangerous slogan that can trigger crisis.”
The slang has been featured in a number of memes and postings that have been making the rounds on social media.
One meme shows a tricycle getting passed by a big car, signifying that the right of way is not respected.
In addition, the slang has already been imprinted on clothing and other objects and has its own logo.
