It’s another International Men’s Day celebration, which means you’ve got to show some love to the guys in your life. However, we know some Nigerian men would rather chew glass than freely express how they feel about their male friends because it feels awkward.
If you’re on this table, we’re judging you like mad. But we’ve also compiled 15 messages that get the job done while keeping things very cutesy and demure.
1. “You still alive, or should I start auditioning for a new best man?”
Because sometimes, all it takes is reminding them that being your friend means constant life check-ins.
2. “Bro, you sef go gym today?”
A nice way to check if he’s keeping fit or needs a little pep talk to get back into routine.
3. “Man, how’s life treating you? You know I’m here if you ever need to vent or laugh about how crazy things are.”
This heartfelt message allows him to open up or share an unhinged gist.
4. “Still chasing your dreams or have you settled for being my personal hype man?”
Encouraging, with just the right amount of banter. If he’s going through something, this might give him a push to talk to you.
5. “Drop location. Let’s eat.”
Food solves everything. And if he’s going through something, a heavy plate of semo and seafood egusi with his bro might be what he needs.
6. “You dey owe me gist. What’s going on?”
Make it about him owing you instead of you worrying. It’s a win-win: he shares, and you hear all the tea.
7. “How’s that thing we don’t talk about going?”
He knows what you mean. And if he wants to talk about it, this message makes it easier.
8. “Remember to be a bad bitch today, baby boy.”
Sometimes, hyping your boy up is the ultimate form of support. Everybody needs a reminder now and then.
9. “When was the last time you took a break and treated yourself, big man? You deserve it.”
Guys often forget to prioritise self-care. You’re just here to remind him that YOLO.
11. “Just wanted to say you’re doing great, even if life isn’t giving you gold stars right now.”
The type of message that’ll warm his heart, even if he doesn’t say it out loud.
11. “How’s your mental health, bro? Like, for real. No pretending to be a gangster today.”
Straight to the point, but with a layer of care. It’s okay to not always be strong.
12. “You still owe me that PS5 match.”
Use his love of gaming to check-in. The possibility of getting beat might be the push he needs to open up.
13. “You know you can text me at any hour, right? Just don’t call me before 9 a.m., I’ll still be asleep.”
Your guy will feel better knowing you’re there for him, even with boundaries.
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