Why Am I Still Single?
Check Edgar is single and has been searching for the special one for decades. He is charming, intelligent, and humorous, and his bass voice is so seductive that it would cause any woman to fall in love. So, the question is, why is he still single? Why Am I Still Single? is a comedy podcast Nigeria gem created and hosted by Check Edgar. A charming, intelligent, and ridiculously funny Lagos storyteller who has been searching for love for decades. Each episode dives into Edgar’s real-life dating stories: the good, the bad, the embarrassing, and the ones that go viral for all the wrong reasons. This show is built on African storytelling at its finest, mixing humor, honesty, and relatable relationship chaos that keeps it among the most talked-about Nigerian podcasts.
Episodes
Cordelia is a Foolish Goat!
Chat with Check EdgarHey CheckMates, it's Check Edgar here!I stopped to help a woman whose car broke down on the expressway. I raised the bonnet, knocked something with a stone, and diagnosed her car with a list of problems I completely made up on the spot.She believed me.What followed was one of the best days I have had in a long time. Until someone knocked on my door.One knock. One person.
The Nicest Man in the Room
Chat with Check EdgarHey CheckMates, it's Check Edgar here!I went to the cinema yesterday and missed my movie. So I joined the popcorn queue instead.And then someone tapped my shoulder.It was a woman I had spent five years looking for. A woman who, one random Tuesday in 2021, sent me a single text message that said "please do not call or text me anymore" and then disappeared complet
I Need Your Help
Chat with Check EdgarHey CheckMates, it's Check Edgar here!This is not a regular episode. I wouldn't even call it an episode. But you should listen to it. No montage. No theme music. No crazy sound effects. Just me, sitting in my wardrobe, talking to you about my problems. The reason I am in the wardrobe is a story for another day. Just know there is something under my bed that looks lik
Dark Chocolate Cake
Chat with Check EdgarHey CheckMates, it's Check Edgar here!I went to a party to find love.Lancelot invited me. He gave me four rules before we even stepped out of the car. Simple rules. Easy rules. Rules I had absolutely no business breaking.I broke three of them.What followed was the most chaotic night of my life. A truth or dare game that went completely off the rails. A slice of dark choco
Crocodile Tears
Chat with Check EdgarHey CheckMates, it's Check Edgar here!I read an article this week about a man who spent 16 years raising children that were not his. The father of those children was his best friend. The same man he built a business with. The same man he trusted with his life. When I finished reading, I could not close my mouth for five minutes.But then I remembered I had my own story.My
A Letter to my Future Partner
Chat with Check EdgarHey CheckMates, it's Check Edgar here!This week, Edgar wakes up to a marriage proposal happening right outside his window. Live band, a brand new car, a diamond ring, the whole thing. But the real story is not the proposal. It is what saved the relationship two years earlier, after a fight so bad the police got involved. One folded letter. No envelope. Just a few words th
Tobi's Wedding (The Finale)
Chat with Check EdgarHey CheckMates, it's Check Edgar here!This is the final chapter of Tobi's Wedding. And I promised you everything, so that is exactly what you are getting.After everything you heard last week, the group chat, the spare tyre, and Chibuzor, I had a decision to make. And I made it.What followed was a confrontation, a phone call I should never have picked up, and a weddin
Tobi's Wedding (The Experiment)
Chat with Check EdgarHey CheckMates, it's Check Edgar here!In this episode of Why Am I Still Single?, I want to tell you about an experiment. A four-month experiment. With a woman called Tobi.I did not ask Tobi out because I was in love. There were no butterflies. No sparks. Nothing like that. But everyone around us could see something we refused to see her friends, my friends, our families,
Dangerous Dream
Chat with Check EdgarHey CheckMates, it's Check Edgar here! In this deeply personal and completely unfiltered episode of Why Am I Still Single?, I take you inside a dream that has been following me since April 2022. Not a dream about success. Not a dream about love. A dream about a baby. My baby. A girl with my face and no teeth, crying in my arms, at a filling station, surrounded by bags of
Happy Birthday Edgar
Chat with Check EdgarHey CheckMates, it's Check Edgar here! In this chaotic, deeply personal, and completely unfiltered episode of Why Am I Still Single?, I take you inside what was supposed to be a simple birthday celebration. Good food, good music, good people. A day to feel appreciated and loved. What I did not expect was betrayal. Friendship betrayal. The kind that makes you question why
Valentine Baby
Chat with Check EdgarHey CheckMates, it's Check Edgar here!In this hilarious, awkward, and absolutely chaotic episode of Why Am I Still Single?, I share the unbelievable story of how a simple Valentine's Day date turned into a 30-minute wardrobe nightmare. What was supposed to be a romantic home date with Netflix, jollof rice, and maybe even "the do" quickly spiralled into hidi
Christmas Chicken
Chat with Check EdgarHey CheckMates, it's Check Edgar here!In this hilarious, chaotic, and entrepreneurial episode of Why Am I Still Single?, I share the unbelievable story of how I became Lagos's most unlikely Christmas delivery man. What was supposed to be a simple side hustle selling 50 chickens for Christmas quickly turned into house-to-house chaos, awkward encounters, and an unexpec
Prodigal Son
Chat with Check EdgarWhat would you do if someone you once liked disappeared from your life… and then returned years later with a child calling you Dad?In this hilarious and chaotic episode of Why Am I Still Single?, Nigerian comedian and storyteller Check Edgar shares one of the wildest stories of his dating life. What started as a simple car accident in Lagos in 2021 turned into unexpected chemi
How Lagos Bachelors Live – My Wild Feature on So Nigerian
Chat with Check EdgarThis episode features my appearance on the So Nigerian Podcast, where we discuss the realities of being a Lagos bachelor—dating challenges, relationship dynamics, friendzone signals, awkward encounters, and the chaotic but hilarious world of love in Lagos.The conversation covers ideal Lagos dates, why people struggle to find love in the city, and whether cheating can ever be c
The Black Superman
Chat with Check EdgarHey CheckMates, it’s Check Edgar here!In this hilarious, chaotic, and action-packed episode of Why Am I Still Single?, I share the unbelievable story of how a simple cinema date turned into a full Lagos blockbuster. What was supposed to be a cute Superman movie outing quickly escalated into loud laughter, flying popcorn, insults, threats, and three angry men waiting for me out
Doctor Chris
Chat with Check EdgarHey CheckMates, it’s Check Edgar here! In this hilarious yet shocking episode of Why Am I Still Single?, Edgar shares the unbelievable story of how a simple phone call turned him into a fake “Doctor Chris.” What started as a harmless mix-up quickly spiralled into confusion, heartbreak, and near-arrest levels of embarrassment!From phone therapy sessions to emotional misdiagnosi
Red Cups
Chat with Check EdgarIn this hilarious and chaotic episode of “Why Am I Still Single?”, Edgar takes us to a red cup party he had no business attending. What starts as a night of fake smiles, bad traffic, and Star Radler quickly turns into unexpected romance — and then a full-blown crime scene.After meeting a gorgeous lady named Niffy, everything seems perfect… until she asks Edgar to watch her pho
Mary Magdalene
Chat with Check EdgarHey CheckMates, it’s Check Edgar here. Today’s episode is called “Mary Magdalene.” And no, not the one from the Bible… but close. This is the story of a woman who almost turned our first date into a full-blown deliverance service. From asking me whether God knows me, to pulling out a big leather Bible at a restaurant, to making me sit through fasting, Bible study, and a prayer
I Like My Neighbour
Chat with Check EdgarHey CheckMates, it’s Check Edgar here! This episode starts with me in bed, dreaming of food because I’m fasting. Only for one loud Lagos bus horn to drag me back to reality. I look out the window, and boom… a moving truck. A new tenant. My dad did mention someone was coming, but I didn’t know it would be her. Her name is Ada. Pretty. Glasses. Smart. Funny. The kind of neighbou
T.G.I.F (Special Edition 3)
Chat with Check EdgarHey CheckMates, it’s Check Edgar here! Welcome to another special episode of Why Am I Still Single? – and this one? This one is all about YOU, my amazing CheckMates! Today’s episode is titled TGIF 3, and it’s our way of celebrating the love, laughter, and support you’ve been giving this podcast. I’ll be diving into your funniest emails, wildest DMs, and most unexpected voice n
T-Junction
Chat with Check EdgarHey CheckMates, it’s Check Edgar here!Welcome to another painfully honest episode of Why Am I Still Single? and this one? This one might just leave you staring at your ceiling at 2 a.m., thinking about the one that got away.Today’s episode is titled “T Junction”, but it’s not about cars or traffic. It’s about life, choices… and the kind of crossroads that can change everythi
FriendZone
Chat with Check EdgarHey CheckMates, it’s Check Edgar here! Welcome to another painfully hilarious episode of Why Am I Still Single? and this one? This one will leave your heart in your mouth and your pride in the gutter. Today’s episode is titled “Friendzone” but not just any kind of friendzone. I’m talking about the kind where she cries on your chest… and then calls you her big brother. 😭 In th
Fork And Knife
Chat with Check EdgarHey CheckMates, it’s Check Edgar here! Welcome to another painfully hilarious episode of Why Am I Still Single? and this one? This one will make you side-eye every fork and knife in your kitchen drawer. Today’s episode is titled “Fork & Knife”, and it’s not just about cutlery. It’s about shame, class, and how turkey wings ruined my love life. In this episode, I walk you th
Sex Tape
Chat with Check EdgarHey CheckMates, it’s Check Edgar here!In this explosive episode of Why Am I Still Single?, I take you back to 2020, the year I thought I was rising... until someone tried to ruin me with a sex tape I didn’t even know existed.It started with a DM. A guy claiming I slept with his girlfriend. Then he said he had footage. Then he asked for 1 million naira or he’d leak it.Now, here
Lila the LION
Chat with Check EdgarHey CheckMates, it’s Check Edgar here!Welcome to another mind-bending episode of Why Am I Still Single? and today, we’re entering the wild, deceptive world of Liars.This episode is titled "Lila the LION", and trust me, the name fits. I’m breaking down the four types of liars you’ll meet in the dating jungle: The White Lie (they lie for peace), The Black Lie (they lie
Prom Queen
Chat with Check EdgarHey CheckMates, it’s Check Edgar here! This episode? E go touch you. In Prom Queen, I take you back to secondary school — back when love was sweet, pride was loud, and Michael wore shoes that had light. This is the true story of how I thought I was in love with the finest girl in class, Tobi. She chose me. Took me to the secretary. Made me her prom date. But on the night of ou
Point and Kill
Chat with Check EdgarHey CheckMates, it’s Check Edgar here! Welcome to another explosive and unforgettable episode of Why Am I Still Single? Today’s episode is titled Point and Kill, and no, it’s not about Fish… or an action film!In this wild story, a simple game night turns into chaos, betrayal, and a full-blown lounge fight involving heartbreak, jealousy, and one suspiciously fast slap from a ra
Oyinbo Pepper
Chat with Check EdgarHey CheckMates, it’s Check Edgar here! First of all, I AM BACK!!! In this spicy and unforgettable episode of Why Am I Still Single?, Check Edgar shares the wild story of falling for an Oyinbo girl who turned his world upside down — and not in a good way. From expensive dates to unexpected "adult adventures," Edgar’s trip through love and culture shock shows exactly w
Long Distance, Short Patience
Chat with Check EdgarHey CheckMates, it’s Check Edgar here! Welcome to another episode of Why Am I Still Single?—and today, we’re diving into the treacherous world of long-distance relationships. Or as I like to call it, “How to Date Someone Who’s Always in Another Time Zone—Physically and Emotionally.” Once upon a wedding, I met someone special. Sparks flew, numbers were exchanged, and before I k
Cupid Not Stupid
Chat with Check EdgarHey CheckMates, it’s Check Edgar here! Welcome to another episode of Why Am I Still Single?—and today, we’re diving into Valentine’s Day trauma. For years, my Valentine’s gift exchange was nothing short of a national embarrassment. While other guys were getting PS5s, designer perfumes, and surprise trips, my love life felt like a cruel social experiment. My gifts? A pack of Ca
T.G.I.F 2 (Special Edition)
Chat with Check EdgarHey CheckMates, it’s Check Edgar here! Welcome to another episode of "Why Am I Still Single?" Today’s episode is titled TGIF 2, and it’s all about YOU—my amazing fans! (CheckMates). We are celebrating the 20th episode of the amazing podcast! I’ll be reading some of the incredible emails, messages, comments, and DMs I’ve received from you. Plus, I’ve got some exciting
Single Me Out
Chat with Check EdgarHey CheckMates, it’s Check Edgar here!Welcome to another episode of Why Am I Still Single?—and today, we’re wrapping up 2024 in the most dramatic way possible.Yes, I know—it’s coming late. But in my defense, so is my love life.This year? A full-blown movie. A thriller, a comedy, and, at times, a psychological horror. I laughed, I cried, I made questionable life choices—but mos
The Gold Circle
Chat with Check EdgarHey CheckMates, it’s Check Edgar here! Welcome to another wild and hilarious episode of Why Am I Still Single? Today’s episode is titled The Gold Circle, and it’s a ride filled with glitz, glamour, and one very suspicious “business mogul” named Vanessa. This story begins with a DM that wasn’t exactly flattering—Vanessa insulted my voice, but somehow, that turned into a convers
Silent Night, Lonely Night.
Chat with Check EdgarHey CheckMates, it’s Check Edgar here!Welcome to another hilarious and heartfelt episode of Why Am I Still Single? Today’s episode is titled Silent Night, Lonely Night, and trust me, this one will leave you laughing, reminiscing, and maybe even tearing up just a little. In this special Christmas episode, I dive into the reality of what happens when the holiday spirit turns int
Sorry for the Wait!
Chat with Check EdgarIt’s been a minute, I know—and this episode might not even stay up for long, so listen while you can! I’m spilling the tea on why I’ve been MIA, including the chaos of juggling a new job, planning a tour, and, yes, even delivering fowl for my mom (don’t ask).I’m also giving you a sneak peek into 2025: new episodes, exclusive content, and exciting projects like the Checkedgar w
Breakfast In Bed
Chat with Check EdgarHey CheckMates, it’s Check Edgar here! Welcome to another heartwarming episode of Why Am I Still Single? Today’s episode is titled Breakfast in Bed, and it’s one for the books—a blend of romance, heartbreak, and some hard-to-swallow truths. In this episode, I take you back to 2017, to a friend’s party where a random game of Truth or Dare led me to meet Fola, the woman who wou
Vision and Dreams
Chat with Check EdgarHey CheckMates, it’s Check Edgar here! Welcome to another episode of Why Am I Still Single? Today’s episode is called Vision and Dreams, and believe me, this one’s a wild mix of romance, mystery, and a few spine-chilling revelations. In this episode, I’m sharing the story of how a routine bus ride turned into an unforgettable experience with Vee, a woman whose mesmerizing eyes
Red Light Revelation
Chat with Check EdgarHey CheckMates, it’s Check Edgar here! Welcome to another episode of Why Am I Still Single? Today’s episode is called Red Light Revelation, and trust me, this one’s a rollercoaster of discovery, denial, and some hard-to-ignore red flags.In this episode, I’m sharing the story of my short-lived romance with Uju, a mysterious and stunning woman I met at a local store. What began
Five Star Ride
Chat with Check EdgarHey CheckMates, it’s Check Edgar here! Welcome to another episode of Why Am I Still Single? Today’s episode is titled Five Star Ride, and let me tell you—this one’s a wild journey.This episode is all about Ebuka, a guy who started as a star employee at Mr. Biggs and then switched things up to become an Uber driver with a gift for making people laugh. What seemed like just anot
Faith or Feelings
Chat with Check EdgarHey CheckMates, it’s Check Edgar here! Welcome to another episode of Why Am I Still Single? Today’s episode is titled Faith or Feelings, and trust me, this one hits close to home.In this episode, I’m diving into one of the most unforgettable relationships of my life—a story of love and faith that pushed me to rethink everything I thought I knew. I fell for Amina, a remarkable
Pick 2, Last Card, Check Up
Chat with Check EdgarHey CheckMates, it’s Check Edgar here! Welcome to another episode of Why Am I Still Single? Today’s episode is titled Pick 2, Last Card, Check Up, and it's a deep dive into the highs and lows of fame.This week, I'm sharing some wild stories from my DMs, unpacking the good, the bad, and the downright crazy that comes with having a bit of the spotlight. Fame’s a lot li
T.G.I.F ( Special Edition )
Chat with Check EdgarHey CheckMates, it’s Check Edgar here! Welcome to another episode of "Why Am I Still Single?" Today’s episode is titled TGIF, and it’s all about YOU – my amazing fans! (CheckMates). I’ll be reading some of the incredible emails, messages, comments, and DMs I’ve received from you. Plus, I’ve got some exciting announcements and even bigger giveaways lined up. Think you
Madam K
Chat with Check EdgarHey CheckMates, it’s Check Edgar here! Welcome to another episode of "Why Am I Still Single?" Today’s episode is titled Madam K, a six-part series that dives deep into my wild encounters with older women. Buckle up for Madam K, where I spill the tea on my first-ever sugar mummy experience – or, as some might call it, a cougar adventure. Ever wonder how someone can kn
6 Feet Deep
Chat with Check EdgarHey CheckMates, it’s Check Edgar here! Welcome to another episode of "Why Am I Still Single?" Today’s episode is titled 6 Feet Deep, and trust me, this one cuts deep.In this episode, I’m diving into a story I’ve held onto for a long time—one that changed the way I see myself and the power of words. It’s about a time when something I said left scars, not just on other
Chicken Wings
Chat with Check EdgarIn this episode of Why Am I Still Single, titled "Chicken Wings," I share a hilarious throwback to my teenage years when a crush rejected me for not being "masculine enough." Fast forward to when I met Chisom, a woman with beauty and brains—but also a fiery temper. Despite our spark, I reveal why I had to walk away.Wondering what "Chicken Wings" h
The Prayer
Chat with Check EdgarIn this episode, I come to a life-changing realization—maybe my problem of being single isn’t physical, but spiritual. So, I decided it was time to take things up with the Big Guy. That’s right, I spent this episode in deep prayer, asking God to bless me with a girlfriend. From heartfelt pleas to humorous moments, this prayer won’t stop until I get an answer. Will this be the
Romeo and Juliet
Chat with Check EdgarHey CheckMates, it’s Check Edgar back with another episode of "Why Am I Still Single?" This time, I’m taking you to my University of Lagos days, where I met Uyime—a beautiful lady from Calabar who stole my heart. She was the first girl I ever dated, and we had our own little love story. She called me Romeo, and I called her Juliet. And yes, she was the first girl I e
Love is Blind
Chat with Check EdgarHey CheckMates, Check Edgar with another intriguing episode of Why Am I Still Single? In this episode, I dive into my worst experience on a blind date—one that left me both speechless and scarred for life. Meet Loveth, a lady from Ibadan with a literal twist on the phrase "love is blind." She had an eye problem that made her partially blind, but that wasn't the
Christine From Church
Chat with Check EdgarHey CheckMates, Check Edgar with another intriguing episode of Why Am I Still Single? In this episode, I introduce you to Christine, a lady who made me fall in love with going to church. But as I got closer to her, I discovered she carried some serious hidden baggage.Christine wasn’t just a true church girl—she had a deep fascination with the dark arts, a strange fear of birds
Princess From Tinder
Chat with Check EdgarHey CheckMates, it’s Check Edgar back with another juicy episode of "Why Am I Still Single?" This time, I’m diving into my first experience with dating apps—specifically, the day I met "Princess from Tinder." She was stunning, charming, and seemed too good to be true. But behind her beautiful profile was a woman on a mission. After a painful past, she turne
Double M Ammanda
Chat with Check EdgarHey CheckMates, it’s Check Edgar here! Welcome to the very first episode of "Why Am I Still Single?" I’m super excited to kick things off by sharing a special story from my secondary school days. This episode is all about the first girl I ever liked—Ammanda. Or as I fondly call her, "Double M Ammanda."Join me as I take you back to those awkward teenage year
Single and Searching: Teaser with Check Edgar
Chat with Check EdgarWelcome to the debut teaser of "Why Am I Still Single?" with your host, Check Edgar! In this hilarious and heartfelt introduction, Check Edgar dives into the ups and downs of his single life. From funny encounters to desperate pleas for love, you'll get a taste of what it's like to navigate the dating world in Nigeria.Join Edgar as he shares personal storie
