The Baejá Blog

Real talk on dating in Nigeria

Safety, red flags, first dates and building something real — no fluff, no yahoo.

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Voice Dating

How to Record a Dating Voice Note People Want to Answer

Fifteen seconds is enough to sound like yourself. How to record a dating voice note — what to say, where to record it, and what to avoid.

14 Oct 20264 min read
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Online Dating

How to Choose Dating Profile Photos That Look Like You

Clear face, natural light, real life. How to pick dating profile photos that attract the right people — and why heavy filters work against you.

10 Oct 20263 min read
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Online Dating

Ghosted? Why It Happens and How to Handle It

One day they were replying, the next — nothing. Why people ghost, whether to send a follow-up, and how to stop it knocking your confidence.

10 Oct 20264 min read
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Online Dating

Dating Profile Bio Examples That Don't Sound Like Everyone Else

"God-fearing, loves to travel" says nothing. Dating bio examples for different personalities — and a simple formula for writing your own.

10 Oct 20263 min read
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First Date

What to Text After a First Date (With Examples)

When to text, what to say, and how to read their reply. Examples for when you want a second date, when you're unsure, and when you don't.

7 Oct 20264 min read
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Online Dating

How to Turn Someone Down Politely on a Dating App

Not feeling it? How to say no kindly and clearly — before or after a date — with short messages you can adapt, and what to do if they don't take it well.

7 Oct 20263 min read
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Relationships

How to Talk About Money in a Relationship

Salaries, black tax, spending habits, savings. When to talk about money with a partner, how to raise it without a fight, and what to agree on first.

5 Oct 20263 min read
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Marriage

Introduction Ceremony in Nigeria: A Guide for Couples

What an introduction is, how it differs from the traditional wedding, who attends, and how couples can prepare themselves and their families for the day.

5 Oct 20263 min read
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Relationships

Dating Across Tribes in Nigeria: Making It Work

Igbo and Yoruba, Hausa and Ijaw — inter-ethnic relationships are common and rewarding. How to handle family worries, culture and language with care.

5 Oct 20263 min read

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