Omawunmi Says Courtship Has Always Been Transactional, Only the “Price Tag” Has Changed

Nigerian singer Omawunmi told Pulse that while modern dating is often called “transactional,” giving gifts has always been part of relationships. She explained that in earlier days simple gestures like buying ice cream marked a form of exchange. Today, the expectations have shifted toward more expensive items, like smartphones. Omawunmi argues the word “transactional” sounds too strong and urges couples to match each other’s efforts rather than assume romance has suddenly become a business deal.

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