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etymology:Derived from the title of a Yorua politician who was honoured with the title of Jagaban by Emir of Borgu.

The word is used more in written texts than orally.

jagaban: leader

leader for politics
Jagaban no go contest for president o. — Leader does not want to contest for presidency.
leader for where area boys gather
Free am, im no know sey you be di jagaban for this hood. — Ignore him! He doesn't know you are the leader in this area.

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