I.J.G.B. Explained

I.J.G.B.
Pronunciation:	Eye-Jay-Gee-Bee
Meaning:	A member of the upper classes that has just returned to the country from abroad.
Origin:	Nigerian slang
Used By:	Nigerian youth and popular culture
Synonyms:	J.J.C. (archaic)

I.J.G.B. is a Nigerian slang term for a member of the upper classes that has just returned to the country after an extended period abroad. Its literal meaning is I just got back.^{[1] [2] [3] [4]}

Usage

Sometimes described pejoratively, I.J.G.B.s are often regarded by other Nigerians as being indicative of the widening of Nigeria's diaspora and its wealth in the past thirty years.^[5] Prominent examples, like Eku Edewor and DJ Cuppy, typify the subclass as a whole.

Popular stereotypes from within the country about the speech, mentality, romantic methodology and relative affluence of Nigerian aristocrats and members of the bourgeoisie in general are all informed by how I.J.G.B.s - often their sons and daughters - are thought to behave.^{[6] [7]}

See also

• Bon chic bon genre
• Preppy
• Sloane Ranger

Notes and References

1. Web site: The IJGB Guide to Lagos. everythingnaart.org.. December 6, 2023.
2. Web site: Are you an "I just got back"?. December 6, 2023.
3. Web site: I just got back: The IJGB season has officially started. pulse.ng. December 6, 2023.
4. Web site: 10 types of IJGB men to avoid this December. zikoko.com. December 6, 2023.
5. Web site: Diaspora Nigerians remitted $168bn in eight years. punchng.com. December 9, 2023.
6. News: The Nigerians Have Arrived... And London Is Paying Attention. Tatler. December 7, 2023.
7. Web site: 10 types of IJGB men to avoid this December. zikoko.com. December 6, 2023.