What is another word for british west african pound?
Pronunciation: [bɹˈɪtɪʃ wˈɛst ˈafɹɪkən pˈa͡ʊnd] (IPA) 
The British West African Pound was the currency used in the former British colonies in West Africa, including Ghana, Nigeria, Sierra Leone, and The Gambia, before they obtained independence. This currency was introduced during colonial rule and remained in circulation for a substantial period. Synonyms for the British West African Pound include West African currency, West African Pound, and Colonial West African Pound. The currency was also known by its initials BWAP. Nowadays, these currencies have been replaced by local currencies specific to each country, including the Ghanaian Cedi, Nigerian Naira, Sierra Leonean Leone, and Gambian Dalasi.
