There’s a way sayings from the streets hit you when you hear them. It might be because of their humour. Or maybe it’s because they’re often relatable. However you look at it, they work.

If you’re looking for Nigerian street quotes that will keep you on your grind, these are for you.

I get am before no be property

This quote speaks to living in past glory. You need to keep hustling to stay balling.

Person wey dey find money no dey off data

It’s the internet age now, baby. 9-5’er or entrepreneur, you need an internet connection to do your job or promote business.

Na determination okada dey take overtake trailer

You’ll go past your biggest obstacles if you just go for them.

School bell wey sound like noise for assembly go sound like music for closing

What’s rough now will be smooth later.

Your Indomie quick done no mean say who dey cook beans lazy

Don’t underestimate anyone who isn’t balling right now. Your journeys aren’t the same.

No be who pay school fees dey first graduate

Another reminder that it’s not about who makes it faster, it’s who makes it later in life.

Follow who know road but hold your T-fare

Walk with problem solvers, but always have your own solutions with you.

No struggle, no success

We reject a hard life. But diamonds don’t shine without pressure.

Anywhere belle face na front

For those who believe that any way is a way, this is your mantra.

Price of bread no dey fear breadwinner

If you’re rich, nothing will be too expensive for you to get.