Lagos at a glance
- About 15 million people live in Lagos, the biggest city in Nigeria.
- Lagos is also the centre of the region that shares its name.
- Towns nearby: Alasia (25 km), Irewe (28 km) and Igbessa (30 km).
Dating by city / Nigeria / Lagos region / Lagos
Singles in Lagos
Members from Lagos and towns within 50 km who make their profile public will appear here.
A first date in Lagos
In a city the size of Lagos, pick a place you can both reach in half an hour: a café near a metro or bus stop, an exhibition, a food market or a walk in a central park. Weekday evenings are quieter than Saturdays.
Staying safe
- Meet in busy public places and tell a friend where you are going.
- Never send money to people you met online.
- Report and block anyone who makes you uncomfortable.
Questions about dating in Lagos
Who can I meet near Lagos?
Within 50 km of Lagos there are 10 towns and cities — Ota, Irewe and Alasia among them — with more than 16 million residents in all. You set the distance yourself in the filters, from 10 km up to 500 km — or choose “Any distance”.
Is there a free dating site in Lagos?
Yes. YADate is a free online dating site, in Lagos and everywhere else: profiles, search filters, likes, messages, voice messages and gifts cost nothing, and there is no premium plan. Daily caps exist only to stop spam: up to 40 new conversations a day, for example.
Are the singles around Lagos real people?
YADate never creates fake profiles or writes on behalf of people who don't exist. A moderator checks every photo before it appears, every member confirms an email address, and any profile can be reported. If someone asks for money or rushes you onto another app, report them — a moderator will look into it.
Can I date someone from outside Lagos?
Yes. Pick any other city in the filters, at home or abroad, and YADate shows the people there.
Dating tips
Profile & photos
How to write a profile that gets replies
Your profile is your first hello. How to write a few honest lines and choose photos that make people want to start a conversation.
First messages
First messages that actually start a conversation
“Hi, how are you?” rarely gets far. How to write a first message that is easy and pleasant to answer — with examples you can adapt.
First dates
First date ideas that are easy and safe
The best first dates are short, public and relaxed. Ideas that leave room to talk — plus simple safety habits that let you enjoy the meeting.