How to create the perfect Good Morning Message as a Nigerian
Written By
Kika AnyabuineEntertainment & Lifestyle Writer
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Franklin IzuchukwuCrypto Writer, Business Writer and Radiographer
Hey, good morning! Hey, good morning! If you walk down the streets in Nigeria, that's probably what you'll hear all morning. Wishing each other a good morning is a very common practice in Nigeria. However, it doesn't stop at just in person greetings. Nigerians love to send a warm filled good morning text to their loved ones, friends, and colleagues.
Sending these good morning messages is a common way for Nigerians to show care and maintain strong relationships.
Now, our job here is to make sure you ace that test. In this article, we are going to take you step by step on how to create the perfect good morning messages as a Nigerian.
Why Good Morning Messages Matter in Nigeria
Morning messages are a part of being a true Nigerian. It’s normal to wake up to a quick “Good morning” text, sometimes with a prayer or a sweet affirmation thrown in.
That little message can mean a lot. It makes the other person feel special, like, "Oh wow, they were thinking of me."
Professional settings aren't left out, perfect good morning messages to your boss could leave a good impression and help start things off on a positive note.
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Easy Steps to Create the Perfect Good Morning Message
Understand the type of relationship: Before you start typing that text, think deeply about the receiver. The tone of your message should depend on the type of relationship you have with that person.
How you'd write a romantic message totally differs from one meant for a friend or boss.
Romantic: Use soft, loving words.
Friend: Keep it light and fun.
Boss/Colleague: Be respectful and polite.
Start with a warm greeting or a creative introduction: Now that you understand your relationship with the receiver, let's get onto writing. A perfect good morning message should start with a simple heartfelt greeting or a really catchy phrase. A "Good morning, my love" or "Good morning Sir" or "Hey pumpkin pie" is a good way to start.
However, If the message is meant for your paddy, and you want to spice it up the full Naija-way, Use Nigerian expressions, Pidgin English, or greetings from your native language to make your message feel personal and relatable. Try something like:
"Good morning, my gee!"
"Ututu oma (Good Morning)"
Keep It Short: Long messages aren’t always the best. They tend to leave your reader lost and confused, or even worse bored. To hit that perfect morning message, try to stick to short, clear words that get the message across. One or two paragraphs should be enough.
Encourage them: We love motivation in Nigeria—just listen to any radio station by 7am! You’ll hear pastors and coaches dropping strong words to ginger your spirit before the day begins. So to sound very unapologetically Nigerian, add in a short motivational line to your morning message. Here are a few to try out:
"Go out there and make us proud"
"The sky is your limit"
"Today na your day to shine, no reason am too much—just go win!"
Add a personal touch: Sometimes the perfect Nigerian good morning text needs an extra spicing. Nigerians love to gist, so throw in a bit of sweet talk or inside joke in your message; something you know they’ll smile about. Maybe a reference to something funny that happened yesterday or a reminder of your plans together.
End with a prayer: Religion is something Nigerians hold so dearly. Nigerians often like to seal things with blessings. To get that perfect Good Morning Nigerian text, add something like these:
"May the Lord bless you and your family"
"Your day is guided and protected by the Lord, from start to finish."
"Sending you plenty of hugs and soft kisses. Have a beautiful day, my person."
Examples of Good Morning Messages
Below we've put together a few simple morning texts. Use them as a guide to nail your good morning messages.
Romantic Good Morning Messages
- "Good morning Nkem (mine). As I start my day, thoughts of you wrap around my mind. I hope your day is as beautiful and blessed as your smile."
- "Wakey wakey, gorgeous queen! I woke up missing you badly, so I grabbed that sweater you left behind and took a deep sniff—it still smells of you. You’re really my peace in human form. I hope today brings you calm moments, unexpected blessings, and everything you need to feel at peace. You’ve got this!
Friendly Good Morning Messages
- "Wetin dey sup! Hope your day goes well. Good morning bro."
- "Good morning besties! Wishing you a day filled with smiles."
Formal Good Morning Messages
- "Good morning sir, I wish you a day filled with less stress"
- "Good morning ma, May all your activities today be a huge success.
FAQs About Good Morning Messages
What makes a good morning message effective?
Can I use Pidgin English in my good morning messages?
Is it okay to copy and paste good morning messages?
Can I use local slang or Pidgin?
Are Good morning messages important in Nigerian dating culture?