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Whitemoney laments Nigeria’s dating culture: 'Any small thing, billing'

Whitemoney laments Nigeria’s dating culture: 'Any small thing, billing'

From Vanguard · () English

Translated from English, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Nigerian reality TV star Whitemoney lamented the high financial expectations in dating in Nigeria.
  • He humorously asked for a "referral code" to find a partner, citing constant demands for money.
  • The comments, shared on Instagram, sparked debate among fans about the difficulties of modern dating.

Reality TV star and entertainer Hazel Onou, known as Whitemoney, has voiced frustration over the increasing financial demands in Nigerian dating culture. In a video shared on his Instagram page, the Big Brother Naija Season Six winner humorously sought a "referral code" to help him find a suitable partner, lamenting that "any small thing, billing" has become a prerequisite for relationships.

I can’t even lie, I’m getting old. Dating culture in Nigeria is becoming something else.

— WhitemoneyWhitemoney expressing his frustration with dating in Nigeria on Instagram.

"I can’t even lie, I’m getting old. Dating culture in Nigeria is becoming something else," Whitemoney stated. He elaborated on the pervasive issue, saying, "Small hello, billing. How are you? Billing." The 34-year-old entertainer's light-hearted remarks resonated with many, sparking a lively discussion online.

Abeg, where them dey see better woman now? Una get referral code?

— WhitemoneyWhitemoney humorously asking for help in finding a partner.

While some followers agreed with Whitemoney's assessment of dating's challenges, others suggested he might be looking in the wrong places. One fan commented, "This is me few mins ago man. Not just in Nigeria, dating culture in the world messed up man." Another user offered a different perspective, stating, "Better woman full everywhere, even in this Lagos, but sadly they aren’t your spec." A third follower teased the star, "E dey but una dey find una fellow celebrity."

Any small thing, billing. Small hello, billing. How are you? Billing.

— WhitemoneyWhitemoney describing the financial demands he perceives in Nigerian dating.

Whitemoney, who celebrated his 34th birthday on June 6, gained prominence after winning the sixth season of Big Brother Naija in 2021. He has maintained a presence in the entertainment industry, focusing on music and other ventures.

This is me few mins ago man. Not just in Nigeria, dating culture in the world messed up man.

— PaulwainsA fan agreeing with Whitemoney's sentiment about dating culture.
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Originally published by Vanguard in English. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.