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Singles in Minna

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A few facts about Minna

  • Minna is home to about 430,000 people, among the 50 largest places in Nigeria.
  • It's the largest place in Niger State.
  • It's about 494 km to Lagos, the country's largest city.
  • Close by: Kuta (33 km), Zungeru (48 km) and Lapai (64 km).

Where to meet in Minna

A weekday evening works well in Minna: places are quieter, you can actually hear each other, and there is no pressure to make it a long night.

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 Minna

Who can I meet near Minna?

Within 50 km of Minna there are 3 towns and cities — Zungeru and Kuta among them — with more than 450,000 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 Minna?

Yes. YADate is a free online dating site, in Minna 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 Minna 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 meet someone who doesn't live in Minna?

Yes. Pick any other city in the filters, at home or abroad, and YADate shows the people there.

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