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About Machina

  • Machina has a population of about 12,000.
  • It lies in Yobe State.
  • It's about 1041 km to Lagos, the country's largest city.
  • The nearest bigger city is Nguru, about 53 km away.
  • Close by: Birniwa (43 km), Kumagunnam (63 km) and Mallammaduri (64 km).

Where to meet in Machina

In a small place like Machina, many people date someone from a nearby town too. Meeting halfway — in Nguru, for example — keeps it easy for both of you.

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.

Dating in Machina: questions and answers

How far around Machina can I search?

You set the distance yourself in the filters, from 10 km up to 500 km — or choose “Any distance”.

Is online dating in Machina free on YADate?

Yes. YADate is a free online dating site, in Machina and everywhere else: profiles, search filters, likes, messages, voice messages and gifts cost nothing, and there is no premium plan. The only limits are daily caps against spam, such as 40 new conversations a day.

Are the profiles near Machina real?

There are no fake profiles here: YADate doesn't create them or chat on anyone's behalf. Photos go live only after a moderator approves them, every account confirms an email address, and reports are reviewed by people. Anyone who asks for money or pushes you to move to another app straight away is worth reporting.

Can I date someone from outside Machina?

Yes. In the filters you can search around any other city, in Nigeria or abroad.

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