Ota singles: see who lives nearby

A few facts about Ota

Ota is home to about 250,000 people, among the 50 largest places in Nigeria.
It lies in Ogun State.
Lagos, the largest city in Nigeria, is about 32 km away.
Close by: Iyesi (7 km), Ijoko (7 km) and River Atuwara (10 km).

A first date in Ota

For a first meeting in Ota, keep it simple: coffee in the centre, a walk in a park or along the main street, maybe a small concert. An hour is enough to know whether you want a second date.

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 Ota

How far around Ota can I search?

Within 50 km of Ota there are 15 towns and cities — Lagos, Shagamu and Irewe among them — with more than 16 million residents in all. In the app you choose the distance yourself: from 10 km to 500 km, or “Any distance”.

Is online dating in Ota free on YADate?

Yes. YADate is a free online dating site, in Ota 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 Ota real?

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 Ota?

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