You can find love anywhere, even in the northern city of Kano where pretty Hausa girls popularly referred to as Yarinyan strut the streets in beautiful regalia.
If you are in Kano and also fancy dating a Hausa lady, you cannot just approach her and spill out some romantic lines and expect her to fall head over heels like they do in Lagos where such effrontery can be overlooked.
This is why Jovago.com, Africa’s No 1 hotel booking portal shares six things you should know before dating a Kano girl.
- Your chances may be limited if you don’t speak Hausa language
Even if you speak Queen’s English and cannot communicate in Hausa, your chances may be limited. Being able to speak Hausa means that you have successfully manoeuvred the first hurdle. With this, you will easily break the ice and she will definitely give you attention. This is not saying English won’t work. But speaking Hausa increases your odds.
- Being Muslim puts you in a vantage position
Besides speaking Hausa, religion is another key asset northerners consider important. Because Islam is the predominant religion in Kano and by extension other parts of Northern Nigeria, most ladies expect their men to observe this same mode of worship. Even if the lady accepts your proposal as a non Muslim, her parents may not. It is better not to voyage into a relationship if you cannot agree on religion. This doesn’t mean you shouldn’t try your luck!
- Better to have a friend signal your interest in her first
Kano is a conservative state, just like the people. To be on a safe side, it is better to send an intermediary to convey your love message to the lady you have been admiring. You should send a trusted friend who can communicate in Hausa. It is easier and safe.
- They like to keep relationships secret and quiet
Islam dictates the way of life in the largely Muslim North. Public display of affection by members of the opposite sex is unacceptable. If you really want to enjoy dating a Hausa lady, you should keep the relationship out of the public eye.
- You have to accept her dress code
More often than not, you have the Hausa girl draped with an Islamic veil. As you know, the veil doesn’t show body curves or sensitive parts of the body. If you cannot accept this, you should stay on your lane.
- She will commit if you are serious
If you meet any of the aforementioned criteria, and you are serious, she will commit to you with all pleasure. Notwithstanding, this should not discourage you from going after her because love is unpredictable and blind. You don’t know where you could find it. It may be with a cute Hausa girl!
Contributed by Adeniyi Ogunfowoke, Travel/Technology Writer
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