Rihanna recently delighted her Nigerian fans with a viral video where she was seen trying to learn Yoruba, one of Nigeria’s major languages. In the clip, a Nigerian man taught her how to say “I am fine” in Yoruba, which translates to “Mo wa pa.”
The singer, with her characteristic charm, repeated the phrase multiple times, amusing viewers with her efforts.
The video quickly garnered reactions, with many expressing their admiration for Rihanna’s playful spirit:
- One user, Tomzz Graphy, commented: “Just look at those baby lips, ‘Mo wa pa’.”
- Tinuabi Styles wrote: “Love her for real.”
- Nurse_gigi_mbappe shared: “This is so beautiful to watch.”
- Another viewer, Dream Works Global Logistics, humorously remarked: “The Mo Wa Pa sounds like Chinese to me.”
- Shop Kandy Accessories suggested a new Yoruba name for Rihanna, writing: “New Yoruba name for Riri baby, Rioluwatosin.”
Rihanna’s playful attempt to learn Yoruba reflects her free-spirited nature, and fans around the world appreciated her openness and willingness to engage with different cultures. Her interaction with the language follows a growing trend of global celebrities embracing African languages and cultures.
This moment also reminded many of when Nigerian singer Ayra Starr excitedly met Rihanna during the launch of her Fenty line in London earlier this year. Ayra, star-struck by the encounter, praised Rihanna for her humility and shared that the singer had offered her valuable career advice.
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