The 23-year-old stylist in this #NairaLife has come a long way from her humble beginnings. But her journey to financial stability has barely begun. Why? Lifestyle creep. According to her, it’s a necessary sacrifice for her line of work.

For most of her professional life, the 26-year-old tailor in this #NairaLife has made just enough money to go by. But she wants a future where she can do more, and it looks like a relocation opportunity to Japan might get her there.

Tales of big wins and [bigger] crushing losses.

Jerome* (26) and Patricia* (24) have been together for three years—two of those spent navigating long distance. For #LoveCurrency, Jerome opens up about how their relationship has shaped his finances and why, despite his love for Patricia, he’s preparing for the possibility of a breakup.

They tell us what they can (or can’t) do with their income.

In 2019, this 22-year-old student was knee-deep in financial uncertainty. Six years later, she lacks nothing, courtesy of an older lover. Now, she’s ready for another change, starting with her spending habits and taking an intentional go at financial independence.

This 32-year-old project manager devoted the first few years of his career to supporting his family. Then he hit a rough patch in 2020 and learned a few things in the process. Now, he's completely focused on securing his own future.

They now treat me differently.

This 27-year-old security guard works two jobs 24/7 but can’t afford a home and can barely support his two children. Ironically, this is the best his finances have been in years, and he hopes to find new opportunities to improve his luck.

This 37-year-old thought he’d received a lifeline when he started riding okada for a living in 2023. But one year later, he’s barely surviving on ₦4k daily with his family and a new wife on the way. This is his #NairaLife.