What does Danfo driver mean?

Public bus driver (Public bus driver) For example: "Danfo driver dey rush (Public bus drivers are always in a hurry)"

Where does the slang word Danfo driver come from?

Danfo driver is a slang term from Nigeria. It is part of the rich slang vocabulary used in Nigeria and across Africa.

Danfo driver

🇳🇬 Nigeria Slang

Added Apr 06, 2026 · 1 definition

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Danfo driver definition 1

Public bus driver (Public bus driver)

"Danfo driver dey rush (Public bus drivers are always in a hurry)"

by Khulekani Dladla Elder · Apr 06, 2026

Word Details

Country: 🇳🇬 Nigeria
Definitions: 1 community definition
Added: April 2026

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