What are the chances that a single tweet could lead to true love? For Jimi* (23) and Busayo* (21), it all started with a witty post, a DM, and a shared sense of humor. What followed was an unexpected journey; one that crossed state lines, turned virtual conversations into real-life chemistry, and is now standing strong despite the challenges of long-distance love. In this interview, they share how a Twitter exchange became the foundation of their relationship, their first in-person meeting, and the future they’re building together.
How did you both meet, and what was your first impression of each other?
Jimi: We met on Twitter last year. I can’t remember the exact date.
Busayo: I remember the exact date but I will keep it to myself because of Twitter FBI, lol. It was just before June last year.
Jimi: True! There was this tweet asking people to share something about themselves that no one else knew. She quoted it, saying something like she’s a royal daughter pretending not to be rich just so she could find love. I don’t know why, but that cracked me up. I replied, asking if she had found love yet, and she said something like “maybe” or “no.” I jokingly added, “Bring your hands, let me be the man.”
Initially, it was all jokes but I took it to her DMs. She was funny, and I love funny people. From Twitter, we moved to WhatsApp, and I played my cards well. I gave her my number, saying, “Texting here is slow. Let’s chat on WhatsApp instead.” And she did.
Busayo: My first impression was that he was very funny. And he still is. I love funny people.
If you could relive one moment in your relationship, what would it be?
Busayo: If I was going to relive one moment in our relationship, it would be the first time we met. I would really love to experience it again.
Did you ever think you’d find love on Twitter?
Jimi: I mean, I’ve seen people find love there, but I always thought it was one of those “once in 50 years” things. Never thought it’d happen to me.
And then taking it off Twitter, what was your first in-person meeting like?
Jimi: I was in Ibadan, and she was in Ogun State. We’d been talking for about a month, and I just felt it was time to see her. So, I traveled — interstate o! — just to meet her. I didn’t tell anyone, just packed up and went.
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When I got to her place, she was the total opposite of how she is online. She was so shy! I kept trying to make her look at me, but she just couldn’t. It was cute and funny at the same time.
Then there was the food! God! Whatever she made for me that day? It was heavenly. I didn’t leave Ogun until past 7 pm. Got back to Ibadan at midnight. Even had wahala with the police on the way.
So you literally became a finished man that day.
Jimi: Lmao, something like that.
Busayo: He’s my finished man.
Awww. Tell me, how did you officially ask her out?
Jimi: Just before I left her place. I can’t remember the exact words, but I asked her to be my girlfriend. She played small “hard to get” and said she’d think about it. The next day, she said yes.
So, who said “I love you” first?
Busayo: Me. It was me o. lol. After I finally told him yes, I just added, “I love you.” He was so happy!
Jimi: Of course! Who wouldn’t be?
What was dating like before you met each other?
Busayo: He’s my first boyfriend ever.
Jimi: I always say, if my past relationships were the best thing ever, they wouldn’t have ended. I learned from them, figured out what I didn’t want, and made sure this relationship was better. And trust me, it has been.
What’s one weird or quirky thing he does that you secretly love?
Busayo: I love the way he stares at me. Just something about that makes me happy.
What’s the biggest lesson you’ve learned from her?
Jimi: Her perspective on things. She’s taught me to see things differently. She also keeps me on my toes.
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If you could plan the ultimate date night, what would it look like?
Busayo: I’ve been thinking about this for a long time. It would be at the beach. Just us, beautifully decorated lights, a dinner date, me in a gorgeous gown, him in a vintage shirt and shorts. After eating, we’d take a stroll, maybe chase each other a little. I want to experience that so much.
What’s that one thing about each other that drives you crazy (in a good way)?
Jimi: Her kindness. One time, we had a fight and weren’t talking much. In the middle of it, she sent me money for breakfast. It was like she was saying, “I hate your guts right now, but you need to eat first so you can fight me properly.”
lmao. So his love language is food or what?
Busayo: Hehe. Actually, gifts, words of affirmation, and physical touch.
Jimi: As for my babe, she likes attention. She wants me 100% focused on her. Sweet messages too. She loves waking up to them. And she definitely wants to be in my skin. If she could, she’d live in my ears, nose, and mouth. But I like touching her too; she’s really soft.
I go love oh! I see you are both romantic, what’s the future looking like for you both?
Jimi: I want to get married to her as soon as possible. As soon as I get things right for myself, I will be settling down with her.
Busayo: I want to be married to him too. I want to carry his beautiful babies. I see us being successful, established, and forever funny parents!
Do you have any couple rituals?
Busayo: We must always say “I love you” after every conversation. Communication brings us closer.
What’s it like being in a long-distance relationship?
Jimi: Hard. I miss her every day. That’s why I randomly travel to see her.
Busayo: Sometimes I cry when he’s not close. But we make it work with video calls.
Any final words for lovers like yourselves?
Jimi: If you have good homes, emulate what you’ve seen there. Don’t use celebrity relationships as a benchmark. And always choose each other, no matter what.
Busayo: Love your partner like it’s your last day. Love them extra hard, every day. We only live once.
*Pseudonym
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