1: FREELANCING
What is Freelancing?
Freelancing means offering your skills to clients across the world on a per-project or hourly basis. Think of it as being your own boss — working remotely, choosing your clients, and setting your rates.
Skills You Can Offer:
•Graphic design
•Writing and editing
•Virtual assistance
•Web development
•Social media management
•Voiceovers or video editing
Platforms to Use:
•Fiverr – beginner-friendly, you create “gigs” and clients come to you
•Upwork – more competitive, but higher-paying clients
•PeoplePerHour, Freelancer, Toptal – alternatives worth exploring
**How to Start (Step-by-Step):
•Pick a skill (start with one you're good at or can quickly learn on YouTube) Create an account on Fiverr or Upwork
Write a killer profile (highlight what you do, how you can help)
•Create sample work (even if no one hired you yet — e.g., logo designs, articles) Apply for small jobs, build ratings, and increase prices over time
Real-Life Example:
Chinaza from Enugu started freelancing as a writer on Fiverr with no experience. Within 4 months, she made over ₦400,000 writing blog posts for foreign clients.
Tools You Need:
•Laptop or smartphone
•Internet access
•Payoneer or Domiciliary account to receive payments.
2: MINI IMPORTATION & DROPSHIPPING
What Is Mini Importation?
Mini importation involves buying small quantities of goods from foreign websites (especially China), bringing them into Nigeria at a low cost, and reselling them at a profit — often double or triple the cost price.
It’s one of the most profitable hustles in Nigeria because:
Capital needed can be as low as ₦20,000–₦50,000
People love buying physical products
You don’t need a physical shop — just your phone, WhatsApp, and maybe Instagram
What Is Dropshipping?
Dropshipping is like mini importation, but with a twist:
You don’t hold any stock.
- Here’s how it works:
You find a product (say, a smart watch)
You post it on your WhatsApp/IG store for sale
When someone orders, you buy from a supplier who ships directly to the customer This means:
•Zero inventory
•Low risk
•No upfront product purchase unless a customer orders
Where to Source Products: Chinese Platforms:
•1688.com (cheapest — requires an agent or Chrome translation) Alibaba.com
•AliExpress.com (better for dropshipping, small orders)
•Nigerian Platforms (for testing ideas):
Jumia, Konga, Facebook Marketplace Hot-Selling Products in Nigeria (2025): Waist trainers
Smart watches
Wireless earbuds
Phone accessories Facial steamers
Beard growth oils Educational toys for kids Mini projectors
Solar lamps/power banks
Step-by-Step Guide to Start Mini Importation:
- Step 1: Research Products
Use Instagram, TikTok, or Jumia to find trending products. Focus on: Everyday problems
Emotional triggers (e.g., beauty, parenting, relationships)
High demand, low competition
- Step 2: Find a Supplier on 1688
Use Chrome to translate the site
Screenshot the product
- Contact a 1688 agent on WhatsApp (search: “1688 agents in Nigeria•
- Step 3 Place Order
You pay the agent in Naira
Provide your shipping address
They consolidate and ship to Nigeria (usually takes 10–20 days)
•Step 4: Sell & Deliver
Post the product on WhatsApp, IG, Facebook
Use delivery services like GIG Logistics, Kwik, or dispatch riders Collect payment on delivery or via transfer
- Tools You’ll Need:
•WhatsApp Business account (for orders and follow-up)
•Canva (to design fliers for your products)
•Instagram page (for branding and running ads)
₦20,000 – ₦100,000 startup capital
Real-Life Example:
Samuel, a final-year student at UNIBEN, started mini importation with ₦30,000 in 2024. He imported wireless earbuds and sold them at ₦8,000 each (cost price: ₦2,500). In his first month, he made ₦120,000 in profits — using just WhatsApp and Facebook groups.
- Tips for Success:
•Always test a small quantity before bulk ordering
•Take your own product pictures when they arrive
•Offer payment on delivery for trust
•Deliver fast — people love speed.
3: SELLING DIGITAL PRODUCTS
What Are Digital Products?
Digital products are items you can create once and sell over and over again — no physical inventory needed. They’re downloadable or viewable online and can be delivered instantly after purchase.
Examples:
•Ebooks
•Notion templates
•Excel/Google Sheets planners
•Social media content calendars
•Design templates (e.g., flyers, resumes) Digital art and wallpapers
•Pre-recorded voice notes or affirmations
•Why This Hustle Works:
•No shipping cost
•Sell globally, even while you sleep Create once, earn forever
•Very low or zero startup cost 100% profit after setup
•Digital Product Ideas Nigerians Are Buying:
•“How to JAPA” ebook
•WhatsApp TV content packs
•Social media post templates for small businesses Budget planners for salary earners
•Recipe or cooking guides Forex or crypto trading ebooks
IELTS and JAMB prep materials
Affirmations/meditation audio
- Tools to Use (All Free or Freemium):
•Canva (for ebook or template design)
•ChatGPT (for idea generation or writing help)
•Google Docs or Notion (for creating planners and templates) Selar.co or Gumroad.com (to host and sell your products) Paystack or Flutterwave (for collecting payments if needed)
- Step-by-Step Guide to Selling a Digital Product
•Step 1: Pick a Niche/Problem to Solve
Ask yourself:
What do people always ask me about?
What can I teach or simplify?
What problem do people need help solving?
•Step 2: Create Your Product
Use Canva or Google Docs to:
Write an ebook
Create a planner
Make a content template pack
(Example: Canva has resume templates you can edit and sell)
•Step 3: Design It Professionally
Make it:
Visually appealing (Canva makes this easy)
Branded with your name/socials
Easy to read or fill (if it’s a worksheet)
•Step 4: Upload to a Platform
Use:
Selar (Nigerian audience, accepts Naira, allows free/paid products)
Gumroad (global audience, allows pay-what-you-want pricing)
Payhip or Teachable (for more advanced setups)
•Step 5: Promote Your Product
Share on WhatsApp stories, Instagram, TikTok
Run IG/FB ads with ₦3,000–₦10,000 budget
Create lead magnets like a free checklist to build trust
Join relevant Telegram or WhatsApp groups (without spamming)
Real-Life Example:
Amaka, a makeup artist from Abuja, created a ₦2,500 ebook titled “How to Start a Makeup Business With ₦10K.” She used Canva to design it and uploaded it to Selar. Within a month she sold 86 copies = ₦215,000 revenue — with zero physical stress.
•Tips to Sell More:
•Use scarcity: "Only 100 copies available"
•Bundle multiple products (e.g., Ebook + checklist)
•Add testimonials after your first 10 customers
•Keep updating your product if it’s a “2025” type of guide Sample Digital Products You Can Create Today: Product TypeTool to Use Time to Create
• Ebook >ChatGPT + Canva 1–3 days Planner Notion> / Google Sheets Flyer Pack >Canva 1 day
•Digital Stickers >Canva 2–3 hour IELTS Guide Google Docs + Canva
1 day
3–5 day
4: CREATING AND SELLING ONLINE COURSES
Why Online Courses Are a Powerful Hustle
The online learning industry is booming — and for good reason. People want to learn fast, on their phones, at their own pace, and from people who speak their language (literally and culturally).
As long as you can teach something, you can sell a course. You don’t need to be an expert — just a few steps ahead of someone else.
What You Can Teach
Almost anything! But here are top-selling categories in Nigeria and Africa:
•Skills: Graphic design, Canva, Excel, video editing, programming
•Business: How to sell on WhatsApp, how to run Facebook ads
•Academics: IELTS prep, WAEC/JAMB coaching, assignment help
•Lifestyle: Makeup tutorials, cooking, fitness plans
•Money: Crypto, forex, e-commerce, budgeting
•Self-Development: Public speaking, CV writing, productivity
If you’ve ever gotten DMs like “Please how did you do this?” — that’s your course topic right there.
Benefits of Selling a Course
Teach once, earn forever
High perceived value = high pricing power (₦5K–₦100K+)
Easy to update over time
Helps you build authority in a niche
Opportunity to upsell coaching or community access
•Tools You Can Use (Free or Low-Cost): Purpose Tools
•Recording:Smartphone, Zoom, Loom, OBS Studio
•Presentation Slides:Canva, PowerPoint
•Editing:CapCut (mobile), iMovie, InShot
•Hosting & Selling:Selar, Teachable, Thinkific, Gumroad
•Payment Collection:Paystack, Flutterwave, Selar (all integrated)
•HOW TO CREATE YOUR FIRST ONLINE COURSE
•Step-by-Step Step 1: Choose Your Topic
•Pick a problem you can solve.
Examples:
“How to Create Social Media Flyers with Canva”
“Master JAMB Biology in 2 Weeks”
•“Start a Dropshipping Business in Nigeria from Scratch”
•Step 2: Outline the Modules
Break it down into 4–6 simple lessons.
[Example outline for a Canva course:]
•Introduction to Canva
•Setting up Your Brand Kit
•Designing Flyers and Posters
•Creating Instagram Reels with Canva
•Monetizing Your Skills
(Bonus: Client Pitch Template)
•Step 3: Record Your Content
Use your smartphone or Zoom to record
Keep videos 5–15 minutes each
Add voice-over if you're shy (slides + screen recording = enough)
•Step 4: Upload and Set Pricing
Upload to Selar, Teachable, or Thinkific
Set a price between ₦2,000 – ₦30,000 (depending on value + bonuses) Create a beautiful cover with Canva
•Step 5: Promote on Social Media
•Share behind-the-scenes of you building the course
•Offer early-bird discount
•Collect testimonials from the first 3–5 students
Use WhatsApp, TikTok, Instagram Reels to generate buzz
Real-Life Example:
Fola, a self-taught data analyst, created a course titled “Excel for Business Owners” using just Zoom and her laptop. She launched it at ₦9,500 and got 127 students in her first month. That’s over ₦1.2 million in sales — with a course she made in 6 days.
Tips for Selling More Courses:
Offer a free lesson as a teaser
Include downloadable resources (checklists, templates) Add a WhatsApp support group for buyers
Use email or WhatsApp automation for follow-up Bundle with a related ebook
You Can Start With Just This:
•Your smartphone
•A quiet room
•Canva or PowerPoint
•A Google Drive link (for delivery)
•Selar or Paystack to collect payments
{Pro Tip: }If you’re not ready to create a full course, start by selling a paid webinar or one-hour class. Use Zoom, record it, then resell the replay as a course later
5: AFFILIATE MARKETING
What Is Affiliate Marketing?
Affiliate marketing is when you earn a commission for promoting someone else's product or service. You don’t need to create the product, own stock, or handle delivery — you just recommend, and when someone buys through your special link, you get paid.
- In simple terms:
“You refer, they buy, you earn.”
Why It’s a Great Side Hustle:
No startup capital required
Works 100% online (phone/laptop-based)
You earn in Naira or Dollars
Perfect for students, content creators, influencers, or anyone with a phone and internet
- How It Works – Step-by-Step:
Join an affiliate platform
Pick a product to promote
Get your unique affiliate link
Share it online (WhatsApp, IG, TikTok, blog, email, etc.)
Earn commissions every time someone buys through your link Best Affiliate Platforms for Nigerians
Platform •TypeofProducts •Commission
Expertnaire Digital courses (JAPA, business, skills)
Learnoflix Onlinetraining,mentorship 40–50%
Stakecut Ebooks, templates, digital services Up to 60%
Amazon Affiliate Books, gadgets 3–10% (paid in dollars)
Selar Affiliate Program Any product hosted on SelarSet by product creator PartnerStack / Impact / Digistore24 Software, SaaS tools Up to 50% (in dollars)
Examples of What You Can Promote:
A JAPA relocation course
Digital product bundles (ebooks, checklists, templates) Tech bootcamps or online schools
Forex/crypto training programs
Productivity apps or software
Physical products (Amazon or Konga)
Where to Promote Your Affiliate Links:
•WhatsApp Stories — Very effective if you have loyal viewers
•Instagram Reels — Use educational or entertaining videos to talk about the product
•TikTok — Go viral with product tips or testimonials
•Email list — Build an audience, send value, and occasionally promote Telegram channel — Especially for JAPA, crypto, and money-related niches Blog or YouTube channel — Rank for keywords and earn passively
HOW TO START AS A BEGINNER:
•Step 1: Choose a Niche
Focus on a theme — e.g., digital skills, self-improvement, JAPA, beauty, fitness, finance. Don’t promote everything — pick what aligns with your audience.
•Step 2: Sign Up on a Platform
Go to expertnaire.com (paid membership)
Or start free with Selar affiliate system (if you’re promoting a Selar product)
Get your unique affiliate link for a product you believe in
•Step 3: Learn How to Market It
Use story-telling, testimonials, or short video content to build trust.
Create content like:
“How I learned to design on Canva in 7 days”
“Best JAPA course in 2025 — See why it worked for me”
•Step 4: Drive Traffic
Start small:
Post in 5 WhatsApp groups daily
DM interested people who viewed your story
30–70%
•Create Instagram Reels showing how the course helped someone
•Offer a small bonus (like a free ebook) if they buy through your link
Real-Life Example:
Zainab, a student in OAU, started affiliate marketing in 2024 promoting a ₦50K “Relocate to Canada” course on Expertnaire. She earned ₦25K per sale. In her first month, she made ₦200K by sharing the link through WhatsApp and TikTok — no website, no ad budget.
Affiliate Marketing Success Tips:
Promote only what you trust or believe in
Be consistent — people often buy after seeing it 3–7 times
Use urgency: “Offer ends Sunday” or “Only 50 slots left”
Follow up with leads in DMs
Use bonuses to motivate buyers (e.g., “Buy through my link and get my budgeting guide free”) Tools to Make It Easier:
•Bitly: Shorten your long affiliate links
•Canva: Create promo graphics, carousels
Google Docs: Create free guides or checklists as lead magnets
Linktree / Stan.store: Host multiple links in your IG bio
CapCut / InShot: Make short videos for IG, WhatsApp, TikTok.
6: CONTENT CREATION & MONETIZATION
What Is Content Creation?
Content creation simply means making valuable, entertaining, or educational content online — usually for platforms like TikTok, YouTube, Instagram, or Facebook.
The goal? To grow an audience and monetize that attention.
You don’t have to be a comedian or influencer.
You just need to:
•Know your niche
•Be consistent
•Provide value (through education, inspiration, or entertainment) Why It’s a Powerful Hustle in 2025
•You can start with your smartphone
It builds personal brand and credibility
Monetization options are endless
It’s low-cost, high-impact
You become “findable” — brands & customers can come to YOU
MONETIZATION OPTION FOR CONTENT CREATORS
Method Description:
Brand Deals Get paid by companies to promote their product
Affiliate Links Recommend products and earn commission
Digital Products Sell your ebook, templates, or course
Paid Promo Charge small businesses to post their ads
YouTube Shorts Monetization Earn from YouTube Partner Program
TikTok Creator Fund / TikTok Gifts Available in select regions
Community Access Sell access to a private Telegram or WhatsApp group
Step-by-Step: Starting as a Content Creator
Step 1: Pick a Niche or Theme
Business advice
Side hustle tips
JAPA content
Makeup & fashion
Fitness
Comedy & skits
Productivity or self-help
Daily vlogs/lifestyle
•Step 2: Choose a Platform
Start with just one or two:
TikTok (great for viral reach)
Instagram Reels (growing audience fast in Nigeria) YouTube Shorts (monetization + long-term audience) Step 3: Start Posting
No fancy equipment needed. Just your:
Smartphone
Good lighting (natural light is free!)
Clear audio
Use tools like:
CapCut for editing
Canva for thumbnails and post templates
InShot for simple cut-and-trim edits
Step 4: Be Consistent
Post 3–5 times a week minimum
Use hooks like:
“Nobody is talking about this money tip...”
“Here’s how I made ₦50K in 7 days with zero capital” “Stop scrolling — you need to see this”
Step 5: Monetize
Once you gain 1,000+ followers:
Offer digital products
Start affiliate marketing
Reach out to small brands for collabs
Offer your services (design, editing, coaching, etc.) Real-Life Example:
Jeffrey, a 25-year-old from Port Harcourt, started posting TikTok videos about freelancing and digital skills. Within 3 months, he grew to 20K followers and made over ₦700K selling affiliate products and promoting his Fiverr setup guide.
Content Ideas You Can Start With (No Face Needed!):
Content Creation Success Tips:
•Hook your audience in the first 3 seconds Don’t aim for perfection — aim for progress Use trending sounds wisely
Always include a call to action (CTA):
“Follow for more side hustle tips”
“Click link in bio to grab my ebook”
Tools to Speed Things Up: Tool Purpose
•CapCut Free video editing with effects, captions Canva Pro Design carousels, video thumbnails Notion / Google Docs Plan content calendar ChatGPT Generate content ideas & scripts
•Trello Organize video ideas and collaborations
Final Word:
You don’t need to have a huge following to start earning. What
you need is:
Value-driven content
Consistency
Smart monetization strategies
Description;
•Screen recordings: Show your phone/laptop while explaining something Quote carousels Share motivational or business quotes
•Voiceover videos :Narrate a story while showing slides Behind-the-scenes :Show your day as a student, creator, etc. Tutorials:“How to use Canva”, “How to edit videos on phone”
7: SOCIAL MEDIA MANAGEMENT
What Is Social Media Management?
Social media management involves helping businesses or individuals manage their presence on platforms like Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, or Twitter (X). It includes creating content, scheduling posts, responding to comments, and growing engagement.
Many small businesses in Nigeria don’t know how to create quality content, manage DMs, or run ads — that’s where you come in.
Why It’s a Hot Hustle Right Now:
•Low barrier to entry (no degree or certification required) High demand from small business owners
•You can charge in Naira or Dollars
•Work with multiple clients at once
All you need is your phone and basic design skills What a Social Media Manager Does:
Task Description
1. Content Planning
2. Graphics Design
3. Caption Writing
4. Scheduling Using apps to schedule posts automatically
5. Engagement Replying to DMs, comments, tags.
6. Analytics Tracking post performance and growth Skills You Need (and How to Learn Them Free):
Content Strategy – Learn from YouTube or free courses
Canva Design – Practice daily; use templates
Copywriting – Learn hooks, CTAs, and storytelling
Basic Analytics – Understand engagement, reach, and impressions
Client Communication – Learn to send reports, voice notes, and updates professionally
How to Start – Step-by-Step:
Step 1: Learn Canva + Content Basics
Spend 1 week learning Canva designs (Reels covers, carousels, story templates).
Do a 1-week trial for a small business to build your portfolio. Document results.
Step 2: Offer to Manage a Page for Free
Creating a weekly or monthly content plan Using Canva to create flyers and carousels Writing catchy captions with CTAs
Where to Find Clients:
•Instagram – DM business owners with value-first approach LinkedIn – Build a personal brand, connect with startups •WhatsApp Groups – Offer free tips to position yourself Fiverr/Upwork – Offer social media packages
Referrals – Once you manage 1–2 pages well, others will come
Step 3: Create Your Service Packages
Example:
₦20,000/month – 12 posts, 4 stories, DMs
₦35,000/month – 16 posts, story management, insights report
Step 4: Reach Out Professionally
DM with a message like:
“Hi, I noticed your business has potential to grow online. I help brands create engaging content and grow followers organically. Can I send you a free content suggestion plan?”
Step 5: Deliver Results + Collect Testimonials
Share “before and after” growth screenshots. Use them as proof to get more clients.
Real-Life Example:
Chidera, a 21-year-old student, started managing an Ankara brand’s Instagram page in Lagos for ₦15,000/month. After 2 months of consistent content and Reels, the brand started getting daily orders. Today, she manages 5 business pages and earns over ₦100K/month — all from her phone.
Tools You’ll Need:
Tool Use:
•Create templates, posts, carousels
•Schedule Facebook & Instagram posts Scheduling and planning
Content calendar & reporting
•Canva Pro
•Meta Business Suite
•Buffer / Planoly / Later
•Google Docs / Sheets
•CapCut Reels and video content editing Notion Organizing client work & progress
Bonus Tip: Offer Templates for Extra Income
Once you’ve created content for a few months, you can bundle your post templates and sell them as a digital product to other SMMs or businesses. That’s passive income on top of your monthly clients.
8: ONLINE TUTORING
What Is Online Tutoring?
Online tutoring is simply teaching students remotely using your phone or laptop. It could be academic subjects (like Math, English, Physics), exam prep (JAMB, WAEC, IELTS), or even soft skills (like public speaking or writing).
You don’t need to be a professor — just be good at something others are struggling with, and know how to explain it clearly.
Why It’s a Smart Hustle:
Parents and students are actively looking for tutors Flexible — you choose your time and rates
You can teach one-on-one or in groups
Zero startup capital — just your brain and phone Works well for students, teachers, and graduates
What You Can Teach: Category Examples
Academics JAMB, WAEC, SS1–SS3 subjects. Languages IELTS, TOEFL, Spoken English, French. Skills Essay writing, coding basics, MS Excel. Creative Music lessons, art classes, design. Business Sales, customer service, presentation skills
Where to Find Students:
•Your Contacts – Start with WhatsApp stories
•Parent Groups – Facebook & WhatsApp parenting groups
•Online Platforms
•PrepClass
•Tuteria
•LearnAm
•Local Schools – Partner with school owners or teachers
Instagram – Use educational reels to showcase your teaching style.
Step-by-Step: How to Start Online Tutoring
Step 1: Choose What You’ll Teach
Pick 1–2 subjects or topics you’re good at. Focus on where demand is high (e.g., English for JAMB, WAEC Maths, IELTS Writing).
Step 2: Decide How You’ll Deliver Lessons
Live tutoring via Zoom, WhatsApp video, Google Meet Pre-recorded lessons via Google Drive or YouTube (unlisted) You can charge per hour, per week, or per subject bundle
Step 3: Promote Yourself
Create a flyer using Canva: “WAEC English Lessons – Only ₦5K for 4 Weeks” Share in school-related groups or forums
Offer the first class free to get testimonial's
Step 4: Collect Payment
Use bank transfers, Flutterwave payment link, or Selar
Deliver lessons through PDF, video, audio, or live sessions
Real-Life Example:
Damilola, a Mass Comm graduate, started tutoring JAMB English on Zoom. She charged ₦2,000/ week for 4 weeks. After her first class of 15 students, she made ₦120K in one month and now offers video replays for passive income.
Tools to Use:
Tool Purpose
•Zoom / Google Meet Live classes
•Canva Flyers, slides, and worksheets
•Google Forms Registration form
•Google Drive / Dropbox Share materials
•WhatsApp / Telegram Class group management YouTube (Unlisted) Share pre-recorded videos
Bonus: Turn Lessons Into a Course or Ebook
Once you’ve taught a class multiple times, turn your lessons into: A pre-recorded course (see Chapter 4)
A study guide or workbook (see Chapter 3)
Now you're earning from the same content.
9: WHATSAPP MARKETING & WHATSAPP TV
What Is WhatsApp Marketing?
WhatsApp Marketing involves using your WhatsApp account to promote, sell, and communicate with an audience. It could be for:
Your own product or service
Other people’s products (affiliate or dropshipping)
Paid advert placements (a.k.a. WhatsApp TV)
This is one of the most underrated side hustles — and it works powerfully in Nigeria where WhatsApp is the #1 app people check daily.
What Is WhatsApp TV?
WhatsApp TV is like having your own mini broadcasting channel via your WhatsApp status.
You grow your contacts (viewers), then charge people or brands to post their ads on your status.
You can:
Charge ₦500 – ₦10,000 per ad Run affiliate or product promos Build trust and sell digital products Why This Hustle Works:
Zero startup cost
No app needed beyond WhatsApp People check statuses more than IG/FB Easy to build a loyal audience
Instant sales — if done right
How to Start WhatsApp TV or Marketing – Step-by-Step Step 1: Decide Your Niche
Focus your content on a theme:
Hustle/money tips
Fashion & beauty Motivation JAPA/immigration
Music & entertainment Business and tech updates
Step 2: Grow Your Audience
Start with your existing contacts
Join Facebook & WhatsApp groups with similar interests Exchange contacts with others (contact exchange groups) Use giveaways to attract followers
Run shoutout-for-shoutout with other WhatsApp TVs
Pro Tip: Use a separate WhatsApp Business number just for this, so it stays clean and organized.
Step 3: Post Consistently on Your Status
Use Canva to design flyers Share:
Quotes
Short tips
Product reviews
Polls
Behind-the-scenes
Build value before selling
Step 4: Offer Ad Slots
Create pricing like:
₦500 = 1-day ad slot (5 frames) ₦2,000/week = daily post Discount for bulk ads
Step 5: Sell or Promote
Use your status to:
Sell affiliate products (see Chapter 5)
Promote your own ebooks, courses, templates Get paid to advertise other people’s businesses Tools to Use:
ToolUse
Canva Status flyers and promo banners
WhatsApp Business App Auto-replies, product catalog, labels Google Forms Collect ad requests or content submissions
Bitly Shorten affiliate links for clean sharing
Real-Life Example:
Faith, a student in Ibadan, started a WhatsApp TV focused on JAPA and scholarships. She grew her contacts to 1,200+ in 6 months, charged ₦1,500 per ad, and sold JAPA ebooks using affiliate links. In 2025, she made over ₦300K in ad sales — with just her phone and WhatsApp. Content Ideas for WhatsApp Marketing:
“3 tools you need to make money online”
“What no one tells you about JAPA”
“This ebook helped me grow my IG page in 2 weeks”
Run polls: “Would you pay ₦2K for a Canva masterclass?”
Share affiliate links with context: “Buy this course before price goes up ” Tips for Success:
Build value before you sell (give tips, content, freebies)
Avoid spamming your audience — be human
Post status early in the day + evening (for max views)
Use testimonials and screenshots to build credibility
Create urgency: “Only 10 ad slots left this week!”
Bonus Hustle: Once your WhatsApp TV grows, sell ad space + promote your digital products + do affiliate marketing = multiple income streams from one app.
10: PRINT ON DEMAND (Without Owning a Shop)
What Is Print-on-Demand?
Print-on-demand (POD) is a business model where you sell physical items like t-shirts, mugs, tote bags, and hoodies — without owning any inventory.
You only create a design, upload it to a POD platform, and when someone orders, the platform prints, packages, and delivers it on your behalf.
You make profit from the difference between the selling price and production cost.
Why It’s a Smart Business for Beginners:
No need to buy stock
No delivery stress — automated
Just create and promote your designs You can start with ₦0
Sell to Nigerian or international markets
What You Can Sell:
Item Niche Ideas
T-Shirts
Mugs
Hoodies
Tote Bags Feminist slogans, Afro designs, lifestyle PhoneCases Popculture,anime,memes
FunnyNigerianquotes,coupletees,eventshirts Morning motivation, birthday messages Christianquotes,GenZslang,techjokes
POD Platforms That Work in Nigeria: Platform Notes
Printivo Nigerian-based, fast delivery
Qikink (India) Ships internationally
Spring (formerly Teespring) Global, USD payments
Redbubble / Spreadshirt / Zazzle International (great for niche designs)
On international platforms, you earn in dollars and withdraw via Payoneer.
Step-by-Step: Starting Print-on-Demand
Step 1: Pick a Niche
Find your target audience:
Nigerian slangs (e.g. “No gree for anybody”) Faith-based
Feminist/activist
Birthday themes
Work from home jokes
Step 2: Design with Free Tools
Use:
Canva (t-shirt mockups, hoodie graphics) Photopea (free Photoshop alternative)
Placeit.net (t-shirt previews and lifestyle mockups)
Tip: Keep designs simple — bold text or 1–2 color graphics sell well.
Step 3: Upload to a POD Site
Register on Printivo or Spring
Upload your design to mugs, shirts, etc. Set your prices (add profit margin) Create mockup images for ads
Step 4: Promote Your Store
Post mockups on your Instagram, TikTok, WhatsApp Create skits or memes using the product
Run a giveaway to build hype
Partner with micro-influencers for exposure Real-Life Example:
Seyi, a 24-year-old in Lagos, used Canva to create 5 t-shirt designs with Gen Z quotes like “Soft life or no life.” He uploaded them to Printivo and promoted them on Instagram and WhatsApp. In 1 month, he sold 34 shirts at ₦8,000 each — with Printivo handling delivery. He made over ₦80K profit without touching a single shirt.
Tips to Sell More:
Create niche-specific Instagram pages
Offer seasonal discounts or bundles
Use memes or reels to showcase products
Encourage customers to send photos wearing your merch List on multiple platforms to reach more buyers
Tools You’ll Need:
Tool Use
Canva Create designs & mockups
Printivo / Spring POD setup
Placeit Mockup previews
CapCut / InShot Make promo videos PayoneerReceive USD payments (for global platforms)
BONUS IDEA:
Once you get consistent sales, turn your best-performing designs into a brand. Build a website (using Selar or Stan.store), open an IG page, and launch your own merch line.
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