Nigerian Man Proposes to Longtime Girlfriend After 10 Years of Dating, Video Generates Buzz
- A Nigerian man melted hearts after proposing to his longtime girlfriend of 10 years in a touching moment
- The emotional proposal video showed the lady being gently led into the venue with her eyes covered
- The man presented a diamond ring to his girlfriend, tested it to prove its authenticity, and was cheered by friends
Nigerians are reacting to the video of a man’s proposal to his girlfriend after 10 years of being together as the clip goes viral online.
Their love story became a sensation, with many primarily debating over the period it took the man to propose.
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Nigerian man proposes to longtime girlfriend
The video showed the touching moment they both entered the venue, with her face covered to keep the surprise hidden from her.
He gently walked her to the center of the location, holding her hand and wiping away her tears.
As he did this, people present at the event praised him and cheered in excitement.
The man was later seen asking the lady to stand still while he moved forward, holding a flower, which he then used to propose marriage to her.
"Your brother decides to engage the love of his life after 10 years of relationship.”
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Another clip shared by the Tiktok user, @quinama12 showed the emotional moment she accepted the diamond ring, as he tested it to prove its authenticity.
Not long after the post surfaced online, many Nigerians flooded the comment section to share their reactions.
Reactions as man proposes to girlfriend
THIS USER IS A BAD PERSON said:
"10yrs na oga she serve."
Oma wrote:
"Medicine and surgery is 6 years."
St Claire luxury hair noted:
"Them still cover my eyes ontop 10 years relationship, na cult una wan put me "
Loritta Kayweote:
"10gini anyways maybe they started at a very young age."
OzTheBeadMaker said:
"This your brother no try at all oo."
Love_eby1 wrote:
"Did I just hear international man."
cakes by Destiny noted:
"All the people saying 10 years is to much yes it might be to much for some people and not for them, because u people doesn't know when they started ,u don't expect her to be jumping from one preek to another. just say congratulations and pass."
onyicyndy stressed:
"Dis boyeeeh is an international man, whu heard that...omo som girl's nd English."
ikebobo_bu_aham added:
*This your Brother na coastal road em dey build abi na relationship."
rosey gold wrote:
"If i use that 10years learn business i for don turn big oga chairman and executive by now."
Uchechukwu added:
"Abeg like my comment so I can come back to these comment section."
Boldgirl stressed:
"Hmmm 10 years if e pass 1 year I will loose hope."
Mummywealth shared:
"Una Dey try ooo 2 years self I no fit stay."
Diamond noted;
"Fanlly 001 don marry this girl congregation to them."
audreyfashiondesigns said:
"Who Dey sing like that for the background."
Girlchild wrote:
"Hope say she don born already inside d 10yrs.."
EMPRESS shared:
"Nobody is talking about the glasses positioning."
hairbyty31 stressed:
"10years how many years remain when Dey won take ddy the marriage."
Bliss brown noted:
"I just hear he an international man no be intentional man again God Abeg oo 10 years of Relationship congrats."
jasmincandy2 wrote:
"Two of them don try greener grass outside finalize marriage las las."
Chelley_o said:
"Was the 10yrs in the write up necessary, what happened to my brother engaged the love of his life… na wa for u oo."
Legit.ng reached out to Mr. Ogwuche Godwin, the head of GoRu Marriage Counselling and Therapy Services, to get more insight into the story and to better understand the dynamics of the couple's relationship.
When asked about the factors that could make couples date for such a number of years and also delay their marriage, Mr. Godwin had this to say:
"There are several reasons couples may delay marriage even after many years together. Often, it’s not about lack of love but about life circumstances and personal growth."
"For example:"
"Career and financial stability: Many people want to be secure before committing legally, especially if they plan to start a family."
"Education or personal goals: Some delay marriage to finish school, training, or achieve personal milestones."
"Fear of making the wrong choice: After investing years, some people take time to make sure the relationship is truly right."
"Family or cultural factors: Pressure, expectations, or family circumstances can influence timing."
"Long relationships before marriage can be healthy if the couple communicates, grows together, and continues building trust. The key is that time should strengthen the bond, not create complacency or uncertainty."
We pushed further to understand whether this type of relationship, where individuals date for a long time, could possibly translate to a strong marriage.
The head of GoRu Marriage Counselling had this to say:
"A long courtship can go both ways. On one hand, it can strengthen a marriage because the couple has had time to know each other deeply, navigate challenges, and build trust. They often enter marriage with a clearer understanding of each other’s habits, values, and communication styles."
"On the other hand, a long courtship can sometimes signal fear of commitment, avoidance of responsibility, or unresolved issues. If the relationship stretches for years without clear plans for the future, it could indicate hesitation rather than preparation."
"The real measure isn’t just how long a couple dated, but how intentional they were during that time; did they grow together, communicate about the future, and prepare emotionally and practically for marriage? That’s what predicts a healthier, stronger marriage."
He also shared advice to women who feel they are waiting for too long for their partner to take the right step.
"If a woman feels like she’s ‘waiting too long’ in a relationship, my advice is to pause and evaluate the situation honestly. Ask yourself: Is my partner actively planning for the future? Are we growing together emotionally and practically? Is there clear communication about marriage?"
"Waiting is healthy when both people are working toward the same goals, but if there’s hesitation, avoidance, or unclear intentions, it can lead to frustration and wasted time."
"Women should set healthy boundaries and timelines for themselves. Don’t settle for promises without action. Communicate your expectations clearly, and if they’re not being met, be willing to make decisions that protect your emotional well-being. Waiting should feel purposeful, not endless."
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Meanwhile, Legit.ng recently reported that a Nigerian lady married the man who first sent her a Facebook message in 2017, years before they eventually fell in love. According to her, she ignored his message for two years before finally replying in 2019.
What started as a simple online chat later blossomed into a deep relationship that ended in a beautiful wedding ceremony. The heartwarming story has since gone viral, with many netizens praising their patience and destiny-filled love journey.
Proofreading by James Ojo, copy editor at Legit.ng.
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