Love Messages: How to Write The Perfect One & 250 Messages From Real Nigerians

Love is a universal language, but in Nigeria, it comes with its unique flavour. From cute good morning messages to heartfelt confessions and playful banter, love messages play a crucial role in keeping relationships alive. 

For many Nigerians, sending and receiving love messages isn’t just about romance, it’s an act of reassurance, a subtle way to apologise after a fight, and a heartfelt reminder of how much a partner truly means.

As *Taiye, 29, puts it, “A simple ‘I miss you’ text in the middle of the day can turn things around, especially when you can’t see your partner as often as you’d like.” For some, it’s about consistency. *Aisha, 25, shares, “If my man doesn’t text me good morning and good night, I start asking questions. Love is in the little things.”

Whether you want to make your partner smile or keep the romance alive, this article has the perfect message for the moment.

250+ Love Messages from Real Nigerians

This isn’t just another list of generic love messages. Every message here is inspired by the way real Nigerians express love — whether through poetry, humor, deep emotions, or song lyrics.

To make things easier, we’ve categorised them so you can find the perfect message for any moment.

Let’s dive in.

Romantic Love Messages

Best for: Someone deeply loved — boyfriend, girlfriend, fiancé(e), husband, or wife.

Sometimes, love is in the little things, like a heartfelt message that keeps the spark alive. For many Nigerians, sending love messages is a daily ritual or a sign of intentionality. “My wife and I send love messages every day. It’s not about the words but the reassurance,” says Michael, 31.

For others, it’s about feeling valued. “A good love message can turn my day around. If my partner doesn’t text something sweet once in a while, I start to wonder,” says Seun, 34. No matter your style, these romantic messages — from the short and sweet to the long and deep — will help you find the perfect words.

Short and Sweet Romantic Messages

For when you want to keep it simple but meaningful.

• Every moment with you is my favourite moment.

• Hey baby, loving you is the easiest thing I’ve ever done.

• If being with you is my karma, then I must have done something very right in my life. I’m so grateful you’re here to brighten all my days and nights.

• Everybody wants to know why I’m so happy. Should I tell them I just received a call from an angel?

• Hey, sweet one. Are your legs tired now? Because you’ve been running through my mind all day. Can’t wait to see you.

• I love three things in this life: the sun, the moon, and you. The sun for the day, the moon for the night, and you forever.

• You’re the best part of my every day. I love you so much.

• Je t’aime, my beloved. It means “I love you” in French.

• Ìfẹ́ mi, ẹnì bí ọkàn mi. My heart is happiest whenever I’m with you. Don’t ever forget that.

• If I ever died or traveled far, I’d write your name on every star so everyone could look up and see that you mean the world to me.

• If love is a journey, I want to walk it with you forever.

• I never believed in soulmates until I met you. Loving you is the easiest thing I’ve ever done.

• Every day with you feels like a blessing I never even knew to pray for. I love you deeply.

• You are my calm, my peace, and my home. No matter how hard life gets, I know I’m safe with you.

• Just a reminder: I love you today and always.

• My love for you is like Nigerian jollof — undeniably the best.

• You make my world brighter, my heart lighter, and my life better.

• Last night, I wanted to send you a message, but all I could come up with was: “noh ss!w !” It didn’t make much sense until I read it upside down.

• Hey angel, you’re my peace in a world full of chaos, and I’m grateful every day that you’re mine.

• Abike mi, you fill a part of me I never knew existed until I met you. You are my heartbeat.

• I wrote your name in the sky, but the wind blew it away. I wrote your name in the sand, but the waves washed it away. I wrote your name in my heart, and there it will stay forever.

• Every single day, I fall in love with you all over again. You are my greatest blessing, and I thank God for you.

• I heard someone whisper your name, and when I turned to see who it was, I realized it was my heart calling out for you. I miss you and love you dearly. Please take care of yourself.

• If the days won’t allow us to see each other, memories will. And if my eyes can’t see you, my heart will never forget you. You’ll always have a place in my heart. Love you, baby.

• When the night comes, look at the sky. If you see a falling star, don’t wonder why, just make a wish. Trust me, it will come true, because I did, and I found you.

• If I were a tear in your eye, I’d roll down and stop on your lips. But if you were a tear in mine, I’d never cry, just so I’d never lose you.

• If time slips away and you haven’t heard from me, always remember that our love is more than just words. It’s a feeling of togetherness in our hearts. Love you so much.

• You are my sun, my moon, and all my stars. You light up my darkest days, and in your arms, I’ve found my home.

• Days are too busy, hours are too fast, seconds are too few, but there is always time for me to remember you.

• You are my answered prayer, my dream come true, and the best part of my story. I love you beyond words.

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Long and Deep Romantic Messages

Send any of these messages when you want to pour your heart out.

• There’s nothing as special as someone who shares your laughter, your secrets, your wishes, and your cares. Someone who is there through your good times and your tears, through thick and thin, staying by your side as your person through the years. I’m genuinely grateful to do life with you, Olólùfẹ́ mi.

• Every time I hear a message notification, I always hope one of them is from you. My SIM card may have limited memory, but my simheart has unlimited space for someone as special as you.

• I didn’t want to sleep without knowing you were safe, so I called on angels to watch over you. But suddenly, they returned. I asked, “Why didn’t you go protect my love?” They answered, “Angels don’t protect angels.” You are my angel. Sweet dreams, baby girl. I love you so much.

• Hello, Ariyike mi. Loving you has shown me that love isn’t just a word. It is patience, commitment, and the decision to choose each other every day. No matter what life brings, I will always choose you.

• Every time I think about you, my heart skips a beat. You are my best friend, my safe space, and my greatest love. I never knew love could feel this good until I met you.

• If we ever go our separate ways, I will still love you past my dying days. And if you ever doubted my love was true, I would cry in silence every day until I die. To prove my love was always strong and real, I would wait by the golden gates of heaven for you, just to show I was always and will always be in love with you.

• No matter how far apart we are, no matter how busy life gets, my love for you remains constant. You are my forever, and I cherish every moment with you.

• If I could describe my love for you, I would say it is like the Atlantic Ocean. Deep, vast, and endless. No matter where life takes us, I will always be right by your side.

• When I smile, I think of you. When I think of you, I smile. Am I smiling because I am thinking of you, or am I thinking of you because I am smiling? I am confused. But what I do know is that I love you.

• The way you love me makes me believe in magic, miracles, and fate. You are my heart’s greatest adventure, and I would not want it any other way.

• I love you not just for who you are but for who I am when I am with you. You make me a better person in every way.

• To be honest, I may not always have the perfect words to make you feel better, but I do have arms to hold you, ears to listen to whatever is on your heart, and a heart that aches to see you smile again.

• Our love is like fine wine. It only gets better with time. I cannot wait to see where this journey takes us because with you, I know it will be beautiful.

• Sometimes I forget to tell you just how important you are to me, how your presence makes all the difference in my life. You are truly a rare gem. I hope you know how much you mean to me.

• Your love is more than my mind can fathom, more than I can ever fully understand, more than the highest heaven. When you love someone as much as I love you, marriage is the only thing left to do. Believe me, baby, God has ordained this love, and now I know you are the one I have been waiting for all my life. I love you with all my heart.

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Love Messages for Her

Best for: Girlfriends, fiancées or wives.

Listen, women appreciate thoughtful love messages that reassure them of their partner’s feelings, especially in relationships where daily affirmations matter. Whether you’re just starting to date or have been married for years, a simple, heartfelt love message — or even heartwarming birthday wishes — can keep the romance alive.

If you want to make your girlfriend, fiancée, or wife feel truly cherished, these love messages will do the trick.

• Hey babe. If I could reach up and hold a star for every time you have made me smile, the entire evening sky would be in the palm of my hand. Love you.

• To the most wonderful woman I know, thank you for constantly bringing out the best in me.

• There is nothing I want more than to make you the happiest woman in the world.

• You are my greatest gift, my happiest thought, and my deepest love.

• You are like a masterpiece no one can paint. If I tried to capture your beauty in words, they would fail me. Truly, Baba God must have been thinking of me when He created you for me.

• Loving you then was beautiful, but loving you now, with all our years, memories, and growth, is even better.

• Good morning to the queen of my heart. I won’t stop thinking about you until I finally get to see you again.

• Omalicha nwa, if I had to choose who to love a million times, I would never hesitate to choose you. You are the one who has given my life meaning and love again.

• You are not in my heart, you are my heart. You are not in my world, you are my world. You are not in my dreams, you are my dream. You are not in my life, you are my life. I hope you never forget that.

• Your love has captured me, and there is nowhere else I would rather be. You have given me joy and peace of mind. Now, all I want is to stay with you forever.

• You are the perfect woman for me. My everything. I love you.

• There is no way to fully explain how and why I love you. Trying would be as impossible as putting a specific taste into water. You know it has a taste, but there is no way to define it.

• Yesterday, I thought I was convinced. Then today, when I woke up beside you, I was positive. And tomorrow, I know I will be even more sure of it. It is you. You are the love of my life.

• Darling, if you ever feel lonely or sad, always remember how deeply I love you. When I can finally put my arms around you, I will never let go.

• It only took one look for me to know we belong together. I am so happy you are mine, Olólùfẹ́ mi.

• I am reminded that I am the luckiest man alive whenever I look at you.

• You make my world brighter just by being in it. Loving you is the easiest and best thing I have ever done.

• I prayed for love, and God sent me you. You are not just my love, you are my home. No matter how busy life gets, you will always be my priority.

• Hey you. Your smile is my daily dose of happiness. I love you more than words can ever express.

• You are the only woman for me. No one else can take your place in my heart because you hold every bit of it.

• The more years go by, the more I learn new things to love about you. You are the most amazing woman I know.

• From the moment I first saw you, I knew you would hold a special place in my heart. You are my love, my life, and the woman I want to see every day for the rest of my life.

• If loving you was a job, I would be the most deserving, dedicated, and qualified candidate. In fact, I would even be willing to work for free.

• Hey you. If I could give you one thing in life, I would let you see yourself through my eyes. Only then would you realise how special you are to me.

• Hey darling. My life has been amazing since I met you. You are the best thing that has ever happened to me, and I just want you to know that I truly love you.

• Ajoke mi, when you look at me with those beautiful eyes, I feel as if I am the center of your world and you were made just for me. You make me the luckiest person in the world, and I hope you know that.

• It is hard to find someone willing to stay with you through every up and down in life. I feel blessed to have you because I know that no matter what happens, you will never stop loving me.

• I think God was on a blessing spree when our paths crossed because you have been a blessing to me since the day you came into my life. I adore you, and my love for you is eternal. Have a beautiful week, my love.

• From the moment we said, “I do,” I knew forever with you would be the best decision of my life. We have lived, laughed, fought, and grown together. And after all this time, my love for you is still as strong as ever.

• If love had a definition, it would be how you look at me when you think I am not paying attention. It is in the way you hold my hand and the way you make my worst days better. I love you more than I can ever express.

• My love for you is not just in words. It is in the way I look at you, the way I hold you, and the way I pray for you every night. You are my greatest gift, Omalicha nwa.

• Even if I spent every second of every day telling you how much I love you, it still would not be enough. You are my heart, my peace, and my answered prayer.

• I never knew what true love felt like until I met you. You are my light, my joy, and my greatest source of happiness. I love you deeply and endlessly, Ìfẹ́ mi.

• I do not just love you for who you are, I love you for who I am when I am with you. You bring out the best in me in ways I never imagined possible.

• I look at you and see the person who has walked with me through every phase of life. From our first days of love until now, I have never once doubted that you are my forever.

• I used to think love was just a feeling, but after all these years with you, I realise it is a choice I make every single day without hesitation. You are my greatest choice.

• Even after all these years, I still get excited seeing you walk into the room. My love for you is timeless, and I cannot wait to love you for the rest of my life.

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Love Messages for Him

Best for: Boyfriends, fiancés, or husbands.

While men may not always say it, they appreciate words of affirmation just as much as women do. A heartfelt love message can make your boyfriend, fiancé, or husband feel valued and reassured.

“My man acts tough, but the moment I send him a sweet text, he’s all smiles. He won’t admit it, but I know he loves it,” says Kehinde, 30.

These love messages will remind the special man in your life just how much he means to you.

• When I think it is impossible to love you any more than I already do, you prove me wrong. Na man you be!

• You are my safe space, my happiness, and my greatest blessing. I love you, honey.

• To the very special man who puts up with everything and still manages to make me laugh, thank you for everything.

• No matter where life takes us, my heart will always be yours.

• I prayed for love, and God sent me you.

• Akanni mi, you make every moment in my life more beautiful. I love you more than words can express.

• My knight in shining armor, thank you for always having my back. I promise to always return the favour.

• You are my paradise, and I would happily get stranded on an island with you for a lifetime.

• I will always be by your side no matter how tough things get. With you, love feels easy, safe, and right. Love you, baby boy.

• Hey handsome. I just want to take this moment to remind you that your love is my greatest source of strength.

• Before meeting you, I did not believe love could be more beautiful and brighter than the stories in old novels. But now, it feels like I am in a fairy tale, and you are the odogwu that every girl dreams of.

• Since I met you, I have cried a little less, laughed a little harder, and smiled even more. Just because I have you, my life is a better place.

• Every time I have a problem, you fix it right away. When I need you, you are there, day after day. When I feel sad and lonely, you are always by my side. With you, I never have to hide my feelings. Thank you for caring. Thank you for your love. You are so good to me.

• You are the most amazing man I have ever known, and I still cannot believe I am the one who gets to love you.

• Missing your handsome face already and counting down the minutes until we are together again. I love you like crazy.

• Baby, you are the man of my dreams. My whole world feels bigger and more beautiful because you are in it.

• Every day with you is a gift I will never take for granted. Loving you is the best decision I have ever made, my handsome man.

• I see all that you are, and I am in awe of you. The way you love, lead, and make me feel — no one else could ever take your place.

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Playful and Flirty Love Messages

Best for: Adding fun and excitement to relationships.

Love doesn’t always have to be serious—sometimes, the best way to keep the spark alive is through playful teasing and flirty messages. A little humor, a little mischief, and a whole lot of love can make your relationship even more exciting.

“My boyfriend and I love to banter. Sometimes, I’ll send him a random ‘I hope you’re missing me as much as I miss you’ text just to hear him say, ‘You mean the person you ignored all morning?’” says Fisayo, 27.

If you want to add some fun to your love life, try these playful and flirty messages.

• I can’t decide if the best part of my day is waking up next to you or falling asleep with you. Hurry home so I can compare the two again.

• Everyone has their motivation to get up in the morning and face the day. You are mine.

• You should really stop making me think about you like this. Actually, just come over and do something about it.

• Every time I miss you, a star falls. So if you ever look up at the sky and the stars are gone, it’s because you made me miss you too much!

• If missing you burned calories, I’d have abs by now.

• Are you a magician? Because every time I see you, everyone else disappears.

• Can I say I love you today? If not, can I ask you again tomorrow? And the day after that? Because I’ll be loving you every single day of my life.

• If I reach for your hand, will you hold it? If I open my arms, will you hug me? If I lean in, will you kiss me? And if I capture your heart, will you love me?

• The most beautiful feeling is seeing the person you love smiling. And it is even more beautiful to know that you are the reason behind that smile.

• What is love? It is what makes your phone ring every time I send you a message.

• I can’t explain how you make me feel when I hear your voice or see your face, but I know I adore it.

• The only thing better than texting you? You. In front of me. And preferably, very close.

• There are tulips in my garden and roses in the park, but nothing is better than our lips meeting in the dark. Love you, baby boy.

• I was going to send you something sweet, but then I realised… you already have me.

• I hope you’re taking notes because I’m about to be the best thing that’s ever happened to you.

• I was going to play hard to get, but then I remembered — I actually like you.

• You stole my heart, so technically, I should be calling the police.

• If loving you is wrong, then I never want to be right.

• Can I borrow a kiss? I promise to give it back.

• I really want you to come over, but you’re so hot my electricity bill would skyrocket the second you stepped through the door!

• Your middle name should be Google because you’re always right, and you have everything I’ve been searching for in a man.

• I love you more than roasted corn. And I really love corn.

• My baby, the one who makes Nigerian air breathable. Your softness is the reason I don’t even consider the hardship in this country…

• If I had just one kiss left, I would save it for you. I hope you’re thinking about me as much as you’ve been on my mind.

• If a hug represented how much I love you, I would hold you in my arms forever. Love you, baby.

• I told my pillow about you last night. Now it’s jealous.

• Me without you is like a phone without an internet connection. Come back soon.

• If I were a traffic light, I would turn red every time you passed by, just so I could stare at you a little longer.

• I had a long to-do list today, but then I got distracted thinking about you.

• I think I need to charge you rent for all the space you’re taking up in my head.

• Do you believe in love at first text, or should I message you again?

• You wanna know who I’m in love with? Read the first word again.

• If kisses were a currency, I’d make you the richest person alive.

• My love for you is like Jollof rice — undeniable, unforgettable, and slightly addictive.

• I wasn’t planning to fall for you, but here I am, head over heels.

• If I had a naira for every time I thought about you, I’d be richer than Dangote.

• Are you my charger? Because you give me life every time we talk.

• Some say a picture is worth a thousand words. When I look at your picture, I am completely speechless!

• Even in a museum full of paintings, I would choose to gaze at you. You are a masterpiece.

• Just so you know, I blame you for my permanent smile these days.

• I swear I wasn’t staring at your pictures all day… okay, maybe just small.

• I should be sleeping, but here I am, thinking about how lucky I am to have you.

• I need to file a complaint because my heart keeps doing duduke whenever I see you.

• You + Me = A love story that even Nollywood would envy.

Cute Love Messages

Best for: Lighthearted and affectionate expressions of love.

Sometimes, the best love messages are the cute ones that bring a smile to your partner’s face. They don’t always have to be deep or poetic — just thoughtful.

“My wife loves it when I randomly text her cute things,” says Abdulqudus, 29. “Even a simple ‘I saw a puppy today and thought of you’ makes her blush.” 

If you want to melt your partner’s heart with something sweet and simple, here are some cute love messages to send.

• You make my world brighter just by being in it. I didn’t believe in love at first sight until I met you.

• You are my favourite person to annoy forever.

• Every day with you feels like my favourite holiday.

• If love had a face, it would look like you. If love had a voice, it would sound like yours. I love you completely.

• I just saw something that reminded me of you… Oh wait, everything does.

• If love were a song, you would be my favourite tune.

• You make my heart do that weird little happy dance.

• I hope you know you are my happy place, and I smile more because of you.

• Hey lover. Did I ever tell you my heart skips a beat whenever I see your name pop up? I wouldn’t have it any other way, olówó orí mi.

• I love you more than suya. Please understand how serious this is.

• If I had to do this all over again, I would run straight into your arms—without hesitation, without doubt, without fear.

• I would share my last piece of plantain with you. That is real love, baby boy.

• If cuddling were an Olympic sport, we would win gold. Can’t wait to wrap my arms around you for the umpteenth time.

• Hey cute one. Do you know that you are my daily dose of happiness? So, please, do normal and let me hear your voice.

• You + Me = The best love story ever told.

• You must be a magician because you make all my worries disappear.

• I could be having the worst day, but one text from you makes it all better.

• I fell asleep knowing I would see you in my dreams, but I woke up realising you are not just a dream. You are my perfect reality.

• Just a reminder: You are loved, you are special, and you make my life amazing.

• If someone were to ask me for three words to describe you, I would say you are the absolute best.

• You are my real-life fairy tale, and I wouldn’t change a thing. I love you.

• I used to scoff at the idea of soulmates, but that was before I met you. It is the most incredible feeling to know I will be spending the rest of my life with you.

• Hey baby, I am sorry you are feeling down today. Don’t forget I am here for you. Sending you all my love and support.

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Love Lyrics from Nigerian Songs

Best for: Adding poetic and musical beauty to love messages.

There’s something special about expressing love through music, especially when the words come from Nigeria’s finest love songs. Whether it’s a classic ballad or a new Afrobeats anthem, Nigerian music has a way of capturing love, passion, and romance like no other.

“Sometimes, I don’t know how to put my feelings into words, so I just send my boyfriend lyrics from our favourite love songs,” says Chiamaka, 27.

If you’re searching for the perfect words to send to your partner, here are some beautiful love lyrics from Nigerian songs.

• “If I tell you say I love you, o. My money, my body, na your own, o, baby.” — Davido, “If”

• “Wetin be love if you no dey? It’s really not the same. Oh, no, I never thought that I could love anybody the way that I love you so completely.” — Simi, “Complete Me”

• “Shout out to my baby honey. Na you be my girlie you’re one in a billion.” — Adekunle Gold, “Orente”

• “Hey babe. You’re the most beautiful girl I’ve seen in all my life. Every second spent with you is like a day that starts brand new. Girl, I’m so amazed at all the things you do. Yes, I wanna build my whole world around you. So, I promise you forever and for always. And girl, you are my sunshine, baby, don’t you go away.” — Timi Dakolo, “Iyawo Mi”

• “I’ll be a soldier for you, I’m getting better in kung-fu. You should know I got you, and you don’t need to get me too. I’ll be right beside you, in anything that you do. If you ever need saving, I will be running to you.” — Chike, “Running (To You)” ft. Simi

• “I’ll never, ever do you wrong. I’ll always do you right, and treat you like a queen. I’ll buy you diamond rings, I swear my baby, I say no be lie. I love to hear you laugh and watch you smile. I’ll give you all the finest things in life, you’re the angel of my life, the love of my life.” — Wizkid, “Love My Baby”

• “Just like the sun, lights up the earth, you light up my life. The only one I’ve ever seen with a smile so bright. And just yesterday, you came around my way. And changed my whole scenery with your astonishing beauty…You’re my African Queen.” — 2Baba, “African Queen”

• “You’re the girl for me. It’s you that I want, that I need.” — Wande Coal, “Ololufe”

• “Hello, how you doing? My angel, my one and only. The only one that I am missing, whey dey bring me joy and blessings. You know that I love you and I can’t wait to say ‘I do’, but before we walk down the aisle, I just wanna let you know that…you are the finest.” — Psquare, “No One Like You”

• “You are my woman. My perfect human. You make my world feel so right even sometimes when I’m wrong.” — Asake, “Mogbe”

• “They say love is blind, but I dey see am for your eyes.” — Davido, “Aye”

• “Love me jeje, love me tender. You’re my sugar, my honey, my tender lover.” — Tems, “Love Me Jeje”

• “You’re the one I want, before my liver start to fail.” —Davido “Assurance”

• “Hey baby. When you’re around, everything just works. Baby when you need a shoulder, I’m your shoulder. Even when you’re scared and cold, I’ll keep you warmer. You don’t really know how much you mean to me.” — Chike, “Forever”

• “Anything you want baby, I’ll get for you baby.” — Teni, “Case”.

• “Girl, I wanna be your man and I want you to be my boo. My life is incomplete without you, cause I’m in love with you.” — Psqaure, “I Love You”

• “Every time that I look into your eyes, I see fire in there fire. And if you look into my eyes, you see desire in there. Girl if love is a crime, then I’m willing to be wanted. If love is a crime,  I’m willing to be haunted. I’ve gotta lot of respect for you cos your kind is so rare.” — 2baba, “If Love Is A Crime”

• “My bobo, I can die for you. I must be the luckiest girl in the world. Cos you chose me to share this love in your world.” — Tiwa Savage, “Ife Gbona”

• “No one can love you like I do. Baby, nobody!” — Fireboy DML, “Like I Do”

• “Loving you is primary, baby. Only you, there’s no plan B.” — Adekunle Gold, “Obimo”

• “Allow me to introduce the love of my life. I love you more than I love life. Swear down, you’re my guy, my ride or die and my confidant. I found me a tеn, who said that it can’t be done?” — M.I Abaga, “The Love Song”

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QUIZ: Which Nigerian Song Best Describes Your Love Life?

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How to Write the Perfect Love Message

Crafting the perfect love message doesn’t have to be complicated. Whether you’re sending a romantic good night message or a heartfelt note, making it personal and meaningful is key. 

Below is a step-by-step guide to help you write a love message that will make your partner’s heart melt.

Step 1: Start with a warm greeting

A love message should feel intimate from the very first word. Use a term of endearment or something special between you and your partner.

Examples:

• “My love, I woke up thinking about you.”

• “Babe, just wanted to check in on my favourite person.”

• “Sweetheart, hope your day is as amazing as you are.”

Step 2: Make it personal

Generic messages can be fine, but personal ones are unforgettable. Mention their name, recall a shared memory, or use an inside joke only the two of you understand.

Examples:

• “David, every time I hear ‘Orente’ by Adekunle Gold, I think of our first date and how you sang the entire song to me.”

• “Remember when we stayed up all night that Easter talking about our childhood dreams? I still believe we’ll make them come true together.”

• “The way you laughed so hard at my terrible dance moves last weekend? That’s my new favourite sound.”

Step 3: Express your feelings clearly

Don’t hold back; say exactly how you feel. Whether you want to be romantic, deep, or playful, let your words reflect your emotions.

Examples:

• “I didn’t know what home felt like until I found you.”

• “Loving you is the easiest thing I’ve ever done.”

• “You annoy me sometimes, but I wouldn’t trade you for anything in this world.”

Step 4: End on a sweet note

Leave them with a final thought that lingers — something affectionate, a promise, or a cute closing line.

Examples:

• “No matter where life takes us, my heart will always be yours.”

• “See you soon, love. Until then, just know I’m counting down the minutes.”

• “Sleep well, my king/queen. I love you endlessly.”

A well-crafted love message should look like:

“My love, I woke up thinking about you. I can still hear you singing “Orente” at the top of your lungs on our first date, and it never fails to make me smile. Moments like that remind me why loving you is the easiest thing I’ve ever done. You make my world brighter, and I wouldn’t trade what we have for anything. No matter where life takes us, my heart will always be yours.”

5 Questions Nigerians Have About Love Messages

Love messages are a big part of relationships, but many still wonder how to get them right. Here are answers to some of the most common questions Nigerians have about sending love messages.

1. How often should you send love messages in a relationship?

This depends on your relationship dynamics. Some couples send love messages daily, while others reserve them for special occasions or spontaneous moments. The key is knowing what your partner appreciates. A sweet, unexpected message can sometimes mean more than a routine one.

2. What makes a love message feel special?

It’s not just about fancy words, it’s about sincerity. A message that reflects your genuine emotions, shared memories, or inside jokes will always feel more special than something generic.

3. Do men and women in Nigeria prefer different kinds of love messages?

Many Nigerian men aren’t traditionally expressive, but that doesn’t mean they don’t appreciate sweet messages. Women, on the other hand, often enjoy deeper, poetic messages that reaffirm love and commitment. However, every person is different, so understanding what your partner values is key.

4. What should you avoid in a love message?

There are several things you should avoid when sending a love message to someone you care about. You should take note of the following and avoid them as much as possible: 

• Forced or exaggerated words: They can make a message feel insincere. 

• Overly complicated language: Especially clichés that don’t match your personality, or copying long messages from the internet without making them personal. 

• Writing messages when upset: You don’t want to send mixed signals to the receiver 

5. What’s the best way to make love messages more personal?

Use inside jokes, references to shared experiences, or even words in your partner’s native language. Something as simple as, “Remember how we got lost on our first date? I’d get lost with you all over again,” makes a love message feel unique and personal.

The best love messages aren’t the longest or most poetic, they’re the ones that come straight from the heart.

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