A group of young women in Asaba have sparked reactions online after complaining about what they described as a sharp decline in men approaching women in public spaces.
The women, in a viral video over the weekend, questioned why outings that once came with attention and friendly conversations now feel unusually quiet despite their efforts to dress up and look attractive.
What they said
In the trending clip, one of the ladies expressed frustration over the situation, suggesting that men no longer make the first move like before.
“God abeg o, dem no dey toast person again? With all the make up and cloth we no even see person wey say hi,” she said.
Another added that after moving around the city, they still did not get approached, raising concerns about how much things have changed.
Economic pressure linked to shift
The women linked the change to Nigeria’s current economic reality, arguing that financial pressure may be affecting social confidence and dating behaviour.
With rising cost of living and reduced disposable income, many believe some men are becoming more cautious about starting conversations that could lead to financial expectations.
Reactions trail video
The video has since generated mixed reactions online, with some Nigerians agreeing that economic hardship is affecting social interactions, while others argued that dating culture is simply evolving.
The discussion adds to wider conversations about how inflation and lifestyle changes are influencing relationships and everyday social behaviour across the country.
We came to the store, did make up and no one even toast us, men no Dey toast women again? What’s going on?” —Concern ladies voices out pic.twitter.com/FMArGk4VHh
— TENIOLA (@Teeniiola) April 17, 2026