Tarok young people's speech

What is it about?

Young Tarok people of Plateau State, Central Nigeria, use an exclusive variant of their language to exert their influence in a male dominated society. This is not in any vulgar language expected of a segment of society that is under pressure or discrimination. They creatively exploit unique forms of words and repetition to do this to the level of an art.

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Why is it important?

Its finding is different from the usual conclusions that such socilinguistic features are mere slangs.

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