Ekene Aka
Valentine’s Day dey around di corner, and di pressure to impress dey hot like Naija sun for February. But before you go kolo mental trying to show off, check dis list of “wahala zones” to avoid:
- E no be “show-off” competition:
Forget expensive gifts wey go empty your akant: You no be Dangote, abeg. A thoughtful, personalized gift wey fit your budget dey way better than fake flexing. Remember, na di love wey matter, no be di price tag.
“Borrow pose” for Instagram no be love: No pressure to paint a perfect picture for di gram. Real love dey lowkey and genuine, no need for unnecessary packaging.
- Public display of affection no be for everywhere:
Na Lagos traffic you wan cause with your roadside smooching? Calm down, oga! Respect other people’s space and find a private corner for your mushiness.
Remember say oyinbo love story no be the same as Naija love: We dey show love for our own way, no need to copy foreign styles wey go make people raise eyebrows.
- No pressure to follow “bae-bae” trend:
You no single, no be problem: This day no be for everybody to find love. Pamper yourself, spend time with family and friends, or even use di day to chase your own dreams.
No fall for “owu” pressure: You no need to follow trends wey go break your bank or make you feel uncomfortable. Do wetin dey good for you and your pocket.
- Communication is key, no be mind reading:
“Shey you know wetin I want?” no be love language: Talk to your partner, ask them what they want, and plan something together. Mind reading no go work, oga!
No silence treatment or emotional manipulation: This day no be for fight or drama. If something dey wrong, talk am out respectfully.
- Focus on the real deal, no be the hype:
Valentine’s Day na just one day: True love no dey depend on one day of the year. Show love and appreciation throughout the year, not just for the gram.
Enjoy the moment, no be the stress: Relax, have fun, and make memories wey go last. No need to stress about perfection.
Remember, oga, Valentine’s Day na about celebrating love, not following trends or breaking the bank. Keep it real, keep it Naija, and most importantly, keep it loving!
No forget di power of small gestures! A handwritten note, a home-cooked meal, or even just spending quality time together can make your Valentine’s Day truly special.
