Boju Boju — Yoruba Hide-and-Seek Song
Sing a familiar Yoruba hide-and-seek song with Smart Sindara and Friends. A joyful way to share language, play and childhood memories.
Meet the song
Sing, learn and connect
Boju Boju brings a familiar Yoruba childhood game into a sing-along with Smart Sindara and Friends. Children can enjoy the rhythm, echo the words they hear, and discover a song that parents and grandparents may remember from their own childhoods.
Use the video as a starting point for a conversation about games your family played growing up. A parent or Yoruba-speaking family member can help children practise the pronunciation and explain the words in context. The song can be enjoyed at home or as part of a classroom exploration of Nigerian language and culture.
Learning together
What to explore with your child
- Listening and repeating Yoruba sounds
- Taking turns in a shared game
- Connecting songs with family memories
Age ranges are suggested guides. Choose the video and activity to fit your child’s interests and stage of learning.
For parents & teachers
Try this after watching
- Watch together and invite children to repeat a short phrase.
- Ask an adult to share a memory of playing hide-and-seek.
- Choose a clear, supervised play area and agree on boundaries before playing.
Common questions
About this song
What kind of song is Boju Boju?
Boju Boju is a Yoruba hide-and-seek song associated with childhood play. This video is Smart Sindara and Friends’ sing-along version.
Can children who do not speak Yoruba enjoy it?
Yes. They can join the rhythm and repeat the sounds, with a Yoruba-speaking adult helping explain the words and pronunciation.
