Dating in Makoko
Makoko is a neighbourhood of Lagos, home to about 86,000 people.
A few date ideas in Makoko
Try a Lineup in Makoko
Six balloons. Tap one that isn’t for you.
How a Lineup works in Makoko
First impression
Six people near Makoko, faces inside balloons. Press the pin into the ones that aren’t for you until you’re down to three or four.
Dealbreakers
The balloons turn solid neon with each person’s dealbreaker written on the front. Pop down to two or three.
The flip
Now they choose. Every survivor sees your profile and has 24 hours to stay in or pop themselves out.
Gold balloon
Pop down to one. The last balloon turns gold, their profile unlocks, and your chat opens with an icebreaker.
Dating in Makoko at a glance
- Population
- 86,000
- Region
- Lagos
- Country
- Nigeria
- Lineups run on
- West Africa Time
- To Abuja
- 535 km
- Closest place
- Surulere · 3 km
Part of Lagos
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Questions about dating in Makoko
Is Pop or Keep available in Makoko?
Yes. Pop or Keep works everywhere in Nigeria, including Makoko and the rest of Lagos. Sign up with your email, add two photos, and you can enter your first Lineup.
How do I meet singles in Makoko on Pop or Keep?
Tap Enter Lineup. You'll get six people near Makoko inside balloons. Pop down to three or four on looks, then down to two or three on dealbreakers. The survivors get 24 hours to stay in or pop themselves out, and the last balloon standing turns gold and opens a chat.
Is Pop or Keep free in Makoko?
Yes. Entering a Lineup, matching and chatting are free. You must be 18 or older.
Can I use Pop or Keep while visiting Makoko?
Yes. Your Lineup is built from people near where you are, so if you're visiting Makoko, you'll see people from Makoko and places like Surulere.
Is it safe to date on Pop or Keep in Makoko?
Every account is verified by email and every photo is checked before it can appear in a Lineup. For first dates in Makoko, meet somewhere public, tell a friend where you'll be, and read our safety tips.