Online Dating in Nigeria: Insights from Experts on Trends

In Nigeria, online dating has gained significant traction, with over 60,000 active users on dating platforms each month. Elijah Bassey-Kokoette, co-founder of Tramatch International Limited, shared this statistic during a webinar titled “Love, Relationship, Technology.” Iremide Oluwajuwon, owner of Couple’s Corner, attributed the rise of online dating to the convenience it offers young people balancing work, school, and other commitments.

She noted that these platforms provide access to a broader pool of potential partners. However, she advised users to be intentional about their choices.

Ogwuche Abah, a media personnel, expressed a preference for organic connections rather than dating apps, while socialite Amirah Odunaike voiced discomfort with starting serious relationships online, emphasizing that true compatibility and character are better assessed in real-life interactions. Odunaike reflected on her past experiences, stating that genuine character is revealed through shared life challenges rather than online profiles.