Arewa Stories

In the vibrant heart of Kano, "Zayn Bala", a witty and ambitious media graduate returns home after four years abroad-only to find herself swept into an arranged marriage with "Imran Suleiman", a reserved, quietly successful business tycoon with no time for love. She's outspoken. He's observant. She wears her heart boldly. He hides his behind a calm gaze and years of discipline. But as Zayn navigates the complexities of Northern expectations, career dreams, and her husband's enigmatic nature, what starts as a marriage of convenience slowly unravels into a story of emotional healing, reluctant love, and the power of two souls learning to meet in the middle. Through moments of laughter, longing, heartbreak, and hope-"this is a tale of what happens when destiny hands you not what you expected... but everything you needed." ---

A short novel on love, life and choices.

Aaliyah has always lived by her rules - a serious, disciplined girl with exams to ace, dreams to chase, and a love for her friends and everything delicate in life. From the perfect henna on her hands to the careful planning of events, she thrives in order, in beauty, in quiet control. Ayzaan Hameed Al-Rashid, on the other hand, is the exact opposite. A force of nature wrapped in wealth, power, and unshakable confidence. A soldier and a general and a prince soon to be a king with a heart caged by anger, a man who commands respect and bends the world around him - yet knows no one can truly reach him. When their worlds unexpectedly collide in Kano - at a wedding, amidst laughter, celebrations, and family drama - neither of them knows how much their lives are about to change. She's tasked with caring for her best friend, managing delicate traditions, and navigating the excitement of girls' night and henna designs. He's reluctantly attending a wedding he didn't even want to come to, moving at a speed faster than the world can catch, commanding attention with every glance, every word, every action. A handful of events. Endless sparks. Friendships tested. Loyalties challenged. And in the middle of it all, Aaliyah and Ayzaan begin to see each other - not as strangers, not as acquaintances, but as forces that could either collide or entwine. In a city where traditions meet modern chaos, where families hold power and secrets, and where one glance can change everything, how will two completely different worlds survive... or succumb to the pull between them? Romance. Drama. Friendship. Power. Chaos. Step into a world where nothing is simple, and hearts don't follow the rules.

A story of ROYALTY, LOVE, ROMANCE, TRUST, PRIDE, EGO and DECEPTION.. A story of a girl whose mother is ARAB from Dubai and her father is fulani from NIGERIA. A story of an Arab young man who is the heir to his father's throne. A story of a bold, Fierce, friendly and caring girl meet with a Man full of Pride and ego..

He wears silence like a crown. A thousand-dollar suit, eyes that cut sharper than his words. Cold. Calculated. The kind of man who turns hearts into cautionary tales. But beneath the arrogance lies a storm - one touch away from breaking his own rules. Love, to him, was a weakness... until she became his greatest distraction. She's chaos in heels - bold enough to talk back, brave enough to stand alone. A rebel trapped in silk, forced to obey, yet born to defy. She laughs at love, calls it a trap - until his cold gaze starts to feel like home. Clumsy with words, fearless with heart, she's the only flame that could melt his frost. "In a world built on control, love was the only rebellion they never planned." And she doesn't even know it yet.

Based on True life event

Aishatu Abubakar Bello called Ahina by close friends is a renowned physiotherapist who is known for her deep love for taking care of patients but also has a sharp tongue fit to cut glass, she doesn't play with fire she is fire. Arc gidado came getting along with everyone which seems to irritate her more, she immediately loathes him but he seems to see beyond her fiery walls and see the real Ahina. Abdul-Hakeem Ibrahim gidado mostly known as Arc-Gidado is a professional architect, a man that carries himself with an unmatched charisma, his appearance commands attention, he thought he was fire but met a blazing fire, he hated her but fate keeps bringing them together and maybe just maybe they might end up together or knives to throat.

Hafsa, a breathtakingly beautiful woman in her mid-twenties, has lived her life trapped by the invisible chains of a deeply traditional Hausa-Fulani society. Determined to avoid the stigma of being labeled a divorcée, she endured a marriage that eventually broke her. Now divorced, she faces a harsh reality-freedom tainted by societal judgment. Her beauty draws countless admirers, yet the moment her past is revealed, they scatter like whispers in the wind. Her family urges her to remarry, pushing her to choose from suitors who see only her outward allure. But Hafsa isn't ready to settle again-not for convenience, not for approval. She craves something far more precious: healing, peace, and the chance to rebuild her shattered self. Amidst the relentless scrutiny, Ibrahim enters her life-a man who sees her beyond the labels. Quiet, strong, and unyielding, he becomes her anchor in the storm. Ibrahim watches over her, shields her from the cruelty of the world, and gently mends the wounds she's too afraid to show. Against all odds, he fights to be with her, defying a society that deems their love impossible. In a world where the scars of divorce threaten to define her, Hafsa must decide: will she let the stigma shatter her dreams, or will she take Ibrahim's hand and rewrite her story on her own terms? A moving tale of resilience, self-discovery, and an all-consuming love that rises above the noise of judgment and tradition. This is Hafsa's journey-a battle to reclaim her life and prove that even in a world of broken expectations, love can conquer all.

In a home where love was a currency, she was always bankrupt. Her parents' affection was reserved for the twin who reflected their every hope, leaving her to inherit the hushed comparisons and soft dismissals. She was constantly reminded of her lesser worth, but she never imagined her marriage would be a cast-off from the twin who was truly desired. Offered as a consolation prize, she expects only disappointment in a loveless union. Yet, the journey of marriage becomes an unexpected path to self-discovery. The Color Of My Own Sky is a story of the invisible bruises that shape a soul, and the battle to finally find the courage to paint your own brilliant horizon. Nov. 3 ©deey_jah

This is a short happily-ever-after kind of story. Amal Shettima Liman just wanted a solid architecture internship to boost her CV, she didn't plan on working under AbdulAziz Jarma, Abuja's most eligible bachelor and the man who carries seriousness like it's part of his own CV. She's bright, quirky, and full of small chaos. He, on the other hand, is focused, reserved, and allergic to anything that looks like distraction. From day one, they clash, very hard. She annoys him. He intimidates her. And neither of them was ready for how fast those sparks turned into something hotter, deeper, and impossible to ignore. If you love tension, banter, and that delicious moment when enemies realize they're falling, then welcome to DESIGNING HEARTS. The fire starts slow... but when it catches, it sizzles. ©2025 Maimunah Ahmad.

Dive into the life of Aya Usman Aliyu Shettima. If you are interested in knowing her story read and find out ;)

This book is about a girl who is very obedient, calm, nice to people not to forget she is very stubborn. What will happen when she finds out that her parents arranged for her to marry her long time crush and also her Best friend's brother. Will he love her back or is he already in love with her? Read the book to find out. You won't regret it In Sha Allah. And also this is my first book on Wattpad so bear with me.

Anwar was already moving toward her. "Anwar... don't," she whispered. His hand reached for her veil. She screamed, the sound tearing from her throat as panic took over. "Keep quiet!" he shouted, his voice thunderous, shaking the room. She fought back, pushing at his chest, struggling with everything she had. Fear made her hands shake, but she didn't stop resisting. Her breaths came fast and broken as she tried to escape his grip. his father's call came through and puts it on speaker. "What is happening there?" his father demanded. "Who is screaming like that?" Anwar didn't hesitate. "It's my wife-to-be." Nayara opened her mouth to speak, to scream for help-but Anwar's voice cut her off. "Stay quiet," he warned sharply. On the line, his father's voice exploded, ordering him to stop whatever he was doing. Anwar ignored him. Instead, he picked up his phone again and dialed another number. It rang twice. "Nayara?" her father's tense voice came through. "Where are you? Why aren't you home?" She tried to answer. "She's with me," Anwar said instead. There was a pause. "Who are you?" her father asked. "Her husband-to-be." "What nonsense is this?" her father snapped. Anwar's voice turned cold. "I don't have time. My father is on the line. I want to marry Nayara immediately." Both men started shouting at once through the speaker. Anwar leaned closer to Nayara, lowering his voice so only she could hear. "Tell him." She shook her head, tears filling her eyes. He raised his voice again. "I want her as my wife. Decide now." His father roared through the phone, furious, ordering him to step back. Anwar didn't move. "I'd rather touch her as my wife," he said calmly into the phone, "than do something I won't take responsibility for. If you refuse this marriage, don't expect me to change my mind." Nayara let out a broken scream. Her father's voice cracked as he demanded, "What do you want?" Anwar answered without hesitation. "Marry her to me. Now."

A food packaging company magnate's daughter and a scandal-riddled governor seeking re-election are tied together forever when they meet at a convention by chance and decide to be latched together for life. They soon quickly realize though, that there are forces beyond them wishing they fail and be defeated, which prompts them into more action. Will they fall in love or die trying?

Amali's life has never been gentle. A stepbrother who calls obsession "love." A stepsister who bullies her for existing. A mother who expects perfection, no matter the cost. Then, one week before her stepsister's wedding to Muhammad Zayn... she disappears. To protect her family's image, Amali is forced to step into a marriage built on conditions, silence, and a promise of divorce the moment her stepsister returns. But Zayn is cold. Controlled. unreadable. And the closer Amali gets to him, the more the truth twists around her. Who is Muhammad Zayn behind that icy mask? Why does he watch her like he knows more than he says? And what will happen when the secrets they're both hiding finally explode?

when love whispers will you respond to it.Nabila and Abdul's love story

When your best friend becomes your husband, falling in love should be easy... right? --- Humairah Abdur-Rahman has just finished her master's degree in Medical Microbiology in New York University and can't wait to return to her family in Nigeria, excited to see what life has in store. Marriage is next on her mind, which is why she agrees to the arranged match her parents have planned. Farhan Ademola Hassan has everything he could ever want: a stable career as an architect at a prestigious firm, the Quran memorized by heart, and a quiet love for the girl he's known all his life. The only thing he doesn't have is the courage to tell her how he feels. So when he learns Humairoh is returning to Nigeria, he sees his chance; and asks for her hand before she even arrives. Humairah thought she was coming home to meet someone she might grow to like and marry, unaware that the suitor is her childhood friend; the same boy she once secretly loved before he unknowingly broke her heart by mentioning another girl. But starting married life with your best friend isn't as easy as it sounds--especially when the husband is figuring out how to be the perfect husband, and the wife is trying so hard to fall in love all over again with the man who was once just her best friend. --- Perfect for fans of Uzma Jalaluddin's Ayesha at Last, S.K. Ali's Love from Mecca to Medina, Kainat Azhar's Journey to Hidayah, and Huda Al-Marashi's Love in Hijab

Sun tashi a gida ɗaya! Gida da ke cike da so, kulawa, da farin ciki. A ƙarƙashin kulawar Ammi, an raina su kamar ahali na jini ɗaya, suna rayuwa cikin kauna da fahimtar juna. Ga Sukainah, shi din a koyaushe Yaya ne. Babban yayanta. Wanda take jin daɗin rayuwa take da shi. Wanda yake kareta daga kowani cutarwa ko bacin rai. Ba ta taɓa tunanin wani abu dabam ba. Ba ta taɓa ganin sa fiye da Yaya ba. Amma da lokaci ya fara ja, girma ya fara zuwa masu, suka fara mallakan hankulan su, sai abubuwa suka fara canzawa. Wata xafafiyar soyayya ta fara tasowa a zukatansu-son da basu fahimta da wuri ba, mai dauke da haɗari kuma mai wuyar ficewa. A cikin gidan da aka gina da kauna da tarbiyya, zukata suka fara rikicewa. Muhammad Turad ya tsinta kansa cikin wata irin fitinanniyar kauna ga kanwar sa dasuke uwa ɗaya. yarinyar da ya raina da hannayen sa cike da kauna, ya kuma tarairaya cike da gata. A yau ita ce yake wa so fiye da irin ta yan'uwan taka. So irin na aure! Ya zama wajibi sukainah ta fuskanci gaskiyar da ba ta taɓa zato ba, yayin da Muhammad Turad ke ƙoƙarin yaƙi da abin da yake ji. Domin a wajen sa wannan ba so bane musiba ce! Idan kauna ta taso a inda bai dace ba, laifi ne ko kuwa jarabawa? This is Muhammad Turad Malabo & Sukainah Malabo's love story. Written with love so deep, Oum Norry ❣️

AYSHA a daughter of a rich tycoon but doesn't like showing it off, she had always wanted to be successful and independent since she was a small child, she never wanted anything else neither marriage nor love. But what will happen when she meets that one person who comes into the picture? WHAT WILL HAPPEN WHEN LOVE CALLS?

Aisha Abubakar believed life came in seasons some harsh, some healing. After earning her bachelor's degree and masters abroad through a scholarship, she returns to Abuja with dreams but with a family struggling to stay afloat? Then comes Umar Faruk, calculating. A man who rarely lets life surprise him... until Aisha does. One overheard conversation and a quiet decision. A proposal that changes both their lives. This season between them isn't built on love. It's built on need, timing, and a promise no one else can know. But as days turn into months and silence turns into something softer, they begin to realize that love doesn't always come in spring. Sometimes, it finds you in the middle of a storm. A story about trust, timing, and the quiet spaces where love takes root even between seasons.