What does Monkey dey work, baboon dey chop mean?

Unfair labor (Unfair labor) For example: "Na monkey dey work, baboon dey chop situation (It's an unfair labor situation)"

Where does the slang word Monkey dey work, baboon dey chop come from?

Monkey dey work, baboon dey chop is a slang term from Nigeria. It is part of the rich slang vocabulary used in Nigeria and across Africa.

Monkey dey work, baboon dey chop

🇳🇬 Nigeria Slang

Added Apr 06, 2026 · 1 definition

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Monkey dey work, baboon dey chop definition 1

Unfair labor (Unfair labor)

"Na monkey dey work, baboon dey chop situation (It's an unfair labor situation)"

by Khulekani Dladla Elder · Apr 06, 2026

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

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