91��Ƭ��վ

Valentine’s Day is almost here, and finding the perfect gift for your lover can feel like a Herculean task. But don’t worry, we’ve got you covered. 

Whether you’re shopping for him, her, friends, or family, we did the groundwork by asking Nigerians what they’d love to unwrap this Valentine’s, and these budget-friendly gift ideas might just inspire your shopping.

Valentine’s Day gift ideas for your wife  

Being married to the love of your life is enough to want to celebrate the season of love to the max. We asked some Nigerian wives to share the best gifts their husbands have given them, and what they look forward to getting this year.

Spa day

Pamper her with a relaxing day at a spa for a facial or a massage. It shows how much you’re invested in her soft life mantra. Working with a N100k budget? Consider the , where for that price, you can get three deep-skin face treatments while sipping on a glass of champagne. You can also get a one hour long deep tissue massage for ₦80,000.

If you have a smaller budget, try a body treatment from the for as low as ₦30,000, or even a more affordable option like the dermaplaning treatment from the for ₦20,000. 

Jewellery

If you like it, then you should put a ring on it — or a bracelet, necklace, or earrings. Jewellery is a classic Valentine’s Day gift; the wives we asked said it never misses. If you’re up to splurge, the Swarovski pre-Valentine sales have some stunning options like this for ₦124,635. 

For bold, non-tarnish pieces, check out  , where prices start at ₦10,000.

For minimalist jewellery, has beautiful options for as low as ₦6,600.  

Work bag 

A sleek leather bag will have her looking stylish while keeping her essentials organised. This bag is a steal at ₦75,000. Married women we spoke to also love MiraChamp’s , like this one, for ₦60,000.

If your budget is tighter, go for this on Jumia at ₦18,000. 

Fitness gear

Encourage your wife to stick to her New Year’s fitness goals by gifting her these from Basics Lagos for ₦65,000. They also offer tops and jackets in various colours, like this   for ₦32,000 or for ₦20,000. If your budget is a bit smaller, you can get this on Konga for ₦14,500 and Jumia also offers affordable for as low as ₦3,600.

Scented candle

Infuse the air around her with this luxury from Diptyque for ₦97,500. You can get these amazing from Rejoka for prices starting at ₦25,000. The from Fitila Home Fragrances will make her fall in love with you again, and prices start at ₦10,000. 

Valentine’s Day gift ideas for your husband

Wondering what to get your husband for Valentine’s Day? We asked some married men to describe the most memorable gifts they’ve received from their wives, and what they’d love to unwrap this year. Their answers inspired this recommendation list, perfect for any loving wife looking to spoil her man come February 14.

Customised native wear

Everyone loves a man in trad. Get your baby boo a well-tailored fit from a Nigerian designer like for ₦100,000. For more affordable options between ₦20,000 – ₦50,000 check out Jumia’s offerings . Make sure you choose his favourite colours or one that matches his aesthetic.

Tech him up

Has he been eyeing a new tech gadget? Upgrade his tech game with a for ₦71,250 or wireless for ₦21,000. This for ₦20,000 isn’t a bad option either. 

Shoes

There’s no separating a Nigerian man from his shoes. If you can’t decide what to buy, splurge on a shoe.  Consider this from Adidas for ₦100,000 if he loves casual style, or grab these for only ₦13,000.

For your husband who works in corporate, you can get him these for ₦80,000 or these from Jumia at ₦28,500.

Shirts

Yes, You might think men have unlimited options when it comes to shirts, but the husbands we spoke to said there’s no such thing as too many shirts. Help him build his collection with these stylish Garm Island options for the big spenders starting at ₦60,000.  If you’re looking for more affordable options, from Garmspot start are gentle on the pockets at ₦8,600.

Valentine’s Day gift ideas for men

Hear us out: buying a Valentine’s Day gift for the men in your life— your annoying brother, supportive bestie or family friend can feel overwhelming. What do they even want? To make it easier, we asked Nigerian men about the gifts they’ve appreciated the most and what they hope to get this year. Here’s a curated list based on their suggestions to guide you when shopping for the men in your life.

Cologne

Have you ever met a Nigerian man who doesn’t like to smell good? Exactly. A great cologne is a timeless gift.  Help him smell amazing by getting him one of the top five rated perfumes for 2025: for ₦735,846, for ₦609,999, Christian Dior Sauvage for ₦424,999, for ₦306,000, is a solid choice at ₦78,000.  

You can also go for budget-friendly options like: for ₦45,499, for ₦30,000, for ₦20,000, cologne for ₦10,000, for ₦5,499. 

Car accessories

Make sure you link up with his mechanic before you make that purchase. This from Jumia at ₦102,000 will ensure he’s never stranded on a highway again while this starting at ₦70,000 or car scents like this from starting at ₦3,000, —anything that makes his driving experience a little better—are all good options. 

Wristwatch

If you can’t afford the latest Rolex or Hublot piece, go for something classic like this clean that’s on sale right now for ₦100,000.

Way out of your budget? This , priced at ₦26,000, is a thoughtful Valentine’s Day gift for any man you hold dear. 

Smart home gadgets

Alexa, play ‘Upgrade U” by Beyonce. For a tech savvy man, consider a smart home device like an for ₦100,000. If that’s too expensive, go for this starting at ₦10,000.

Valentine’s Day gift ideas for women

If you’re stuck on what to gift the special women in your life this Valentine’s Day, don’t worry; we’ve got you. From dresses to skincare, these Valentine’s Day gift recommendations came straight from women who’ve received cherished gifts from people they care about.

Dresses

For dates and special events, offers stunning options from ₦18,,000 – ₦26,000. You can also turn that special woman into a fashion statement with a gorgeous starting at ₦8,500.  

Skincare products

You can’t go wrong with skincare. Pick up this for ₦78,000 and watch her jump in excitement, or this for ₦13,000. Dove also has a range of budget-friendly skincare products like this starting at ₦8,000.��

Cookware set

If she loves to cook and you’ve got a big budget, get this 23- starting at ₦190,000. Go mid-range with this for ₦43,500 and if your budget is modest, this set for ₦6,900 is a practical gift.

Sunglasses

Deck out her face with Kuboraum sunnies for ₦661,300 or this stunning pair of from Marc Jacobs for ₦225,000.

Can’t afford high-end brands? You should be on Jumia or Konga. Check out starting at  ₦18,000 or these other sunglass offerings for as low as ₦3,500. , for example. 

Plateware 

Got a mum, aunt or cousin who’s super obsessed with her kitchen? A plateware set is more than perfect for a Valentine’s Day gift. There are lots of options to choose from, and if you don’t know where to look, start with this for ₦87,000. If you’re looking to spend those coins without breaking the bank, this from Temu for only ₦15,000 should be on your radar.

Valentine’s Day gift ideas for your friends

Relationship people can try, but they’ll never steal Valentine’s Day from everyone else. If you’ve got a friend who deserves some soft soft loving, these items are sure to remind them how much you rate them.

Team jersey

For sports fans, jerseys are a thoughtful gift. Nike has cool starting at ₦136,000, or you can get into for as low as ₦40,000 from My Sport Kit.

An art gallery experience

Take your friend to see some amazing art pieces at the or the for free! You can bond over your opinions about the art you see, especially those by contemporary Nigerian artists. 

A bottle of wine 

Gift your amigo a bottle of wine to celebrate Valentine’s. Not a wine connoisseur? You can hardly go wrong with this starting at ₦13,000. For non-alcoholic options, this going for ₦5,500 should be on your radar.

Vinyl

Have friends who collect vinyls? Get them a record of their favourite artist’s album. You can find vinyls for as low as ₦35,000. If you live in Lagos, you can also get second-hand vinyls of past Nigerian artists at Tejuosho Market for as low as ₦2,000 each.