A Nigerian lady has sparked debate online after describing dinner dates as a boring choice for first dates and encouraging men to consider more exciting activities when taking women out.

In a video shared on X (formerly Twitter), the lady questioned why dinner dates have become the preferred option for couples when there are several other experiences they could explore to make their first meeting more memorable.

She argued that dressing up, applying makeup and spending money on expensive meals do not necessarily make a first date enjoyable.

Expressing her opinion, she said:

“Dinner dates as first date is boring. What do you want to tell me that you’ve never told me before? I’ll just do makeup and go and eat overpriced food. Can’t we do something different? Go bowling, go play games, do things we have never done before.

Every lady wants a dinner date so they don’t give the first impression that they are a low maintenance babe, but it’s boring.”

Her comments have generated mixed reactions online, with some agreeing that first dates should involve fun and interactive activities such as bowling and games, while others maintain that dinner dates remain a suitable opportunity for two people to have conversations and get to know each other.

The discussion has also raised questions about whether the success of a first date depends more on the activity itself or the connection between the two people.