What does Long leg mean?

Having connections (Influence) For example: "You get long leg (You have connections)"

Where does the slang word Long leg come from?

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

Long leg

🇳🇬 Nigeria Slang

Added Apr 06, 2026 · 1 definition

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Long leg definition 1

Having connections (Influence)

"You get long leg (You have connections)"

by Khulekani Dladla Elder · Apr 06, 2026

Word Details

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

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