Stories & Naija love gist

Find real-life stories, dating tips and honest conversations for Nigerians in Naija, the UK, US and Canada – all from the KaWink community and friends of Naija culture.

A safer way to date with Share My Date

Dating should feel exciting, not scary.Whether you’re meeting someone in Lekki for the first time or going on a coffee date in London, one thing matters more than the outfit, the vibes or the restaurant: your safety. That’s why KaWink includes a built-in safety tool called Share My Date – so you never have to […]

When should you follow up for that second date?

You had a good time. The conversation flowed, they smelled nice, and the goodbye moment was… interesting.Now you’re back home staring at your phone, asking the classic question: “When is the right time to follow up for a second date?” Too soon and you might look desperate.Too late and you risk losing momentum. Let’s break […]

How to Stop Being Jealous When It’s Affecting Your Relationship

A little jealousy is normal.We’re human, we care, and we don’t want to lose the person we love. But when jealousy turns into constant phone-checking, arguments, or anxiety every time your partner leaves the house, it stops being “cute” and starts damaging the relationship. If you’ve noticed jealousy creeping into your calls, texts or dates […]

Know who they really are with our new Selfie Verification feature 

Online dating can be sweet… until you realise the person you’ve been chatting with doesn’t look anything like their photos.Old pictures, stolen pictures, heavy filters, or full-on catfish – it happens more than we like to admit. That’s why we’re introducing Selfie Verification on KaWink – so you can feel more confident that the person […]

Soft Life, Hard Conversations: How to Talk About Expectations Before It’s Too Late

Intro We love romance, aesthetics and “soft life” moments – brunch dates, cute selfies, matching outfits. But behind every healthy relationship are a few hard conversations that many couples avoid until things explode. Talking about expectations early doesn’t “spoil the vibe.” It protects your heart and your time. Here are key conversations every Naija & […]

Long-Distance Love: Making Naija & Diaspora Relationships Work

Intro One person is in Lagos, the other is in London. Or maybe one is in Abuja and the other in Toronto. Time zones, network wahala and different lifestyles can make long-distance love feel impossible. But many Naija & diaspora couples are making it work – with creativity, effort and plenty of data. Here’s how […]
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