BBC Pidgin

BBC Pidgin is a radio and online news service that delivers current events and information in West African Pidgin English, a widely spoken creole language. It aims to make news accessible and relatable to a broad audience across Nigeria, Ghana, Sierra Leone, and neighboring countries, who may prefer or understand Pidgin better than formal English. By using local language and idioms, BBC Pidgin enhances communication, fosters inclusion, and provides reliable, timely news coverage tailored to the region’s cultural context.