I understand that you’re interested in ways to make money in Nigeria. There are several less-than-honest ways to do so that people often overlook. However, I’d like to focus on legal options that can still be considered “dirty” due to their nature. With the rising cost of living in Nigeria, it can be challenging to provide for your family. That’s why I’ve researched and compiled a list of seven ways to make money that may not be morally upstanding, but are still legal and can help you maintain a good standard of living.
1. Become a Charcoal Distributor
Starting a charcoal distributing business can be a profitable venture in Nigeria. As a distributor, you can purchase charcoal from a cheaper location and sell it at a higher price in a more expensive environment. With proper management, this business can be very lucrative. The minimum capital required to start a charcoal business is typically between ₦50,000 to ₦100,000.
2. Become a Mechanic
Without being sentimental, do you know that mechanical is one of the most profitable profession you can choose regardless of it being a dirty job? Yes, as a mechanic, you can maintain a high cost of living in Nigeria and still save a lot of money.
Learning mechanic can be as quick as 6 months to 1 year. If you can dedicate your time and passion to learn mechanic, believe me it’s very befitting.
3. Become a Car Washer
Did you know that becoming a car washer is one of the legal ways to earn money in Nigeria? This business can be both lucrative and rewarding. Many car washers can make a reasonable income daily, especially those who operate in urban areas.
Starting your own car wash business won’t require a huge investment. You just need to find a location in a high-traffic area. Alternatively, you could work for someone else and earn a percentage based on the agreement you make.
4. Become a Garbage Collector
You can also make money by becoming a garbage/waste collector. A waste collector is a person/people saddled with the responsibility of removing, collecting and disposing municipal waste (refuse) from place of residence, work and other places.
As a garbage collector, you can choose to work for organization or independently. If you have pickup truck that’s the best, all you have to do is to visit residents and ask them for their refuses. You also have to clearly analyze your prices in other to remain competitive.
5. Start farming
Do you know that farming is the foundation of Nigeria economy? Off course every body living in Nigeria needs food to survive, that’s to tell you that farming is a very lucrative and one of the dirty ways to make money in Nigeria that you should consider.
Farming is more suitable for people residing in the northern part of Nigeria because their soil is more loamy and fertile which is the ideal for growing crops. If you reside or willing to relocate to the northern part of Nigeria then you should consider farming.
6. Dry cleaning services
I think dry cleaning business is one of the lucrative business that’s very profitable. There is always a demand for dry cleaning services, as people need to have their clothes cleaned and pressed on a regular basis. Secondly, the start-up costs for a dry cleaning business are relatively low, and there is a high profit margin on each item that is cleaned.
Dry cleaning business is more suitable for places with places with more population density, such as cities or urban areas.
7. Become a painter
As a painter you also stand a chance of making a good living. Painting is a business that can be quite lucrative, especially if you are skilled and efficient. There are a few reasons why this is the case. First, people are always looking for painters to help them with their homes and businesses. Second, when you consider the start-up costs for a painting business, they’re relatively low. All you need is some painting supplies and a reliable vehicle. Third, the profit margin on painting jobs is quite high. Most painters charge as much as ₦500,000 for a project.
Additional, do you know that you can learn and master painting within the period of 3 – 6 months interval? Yes, learning painting isn’t as difficult as many thought when you put in an effort.
Conclusion
It’s worth considering exploring dirty ways to make money in Nigeria, as many people tend to overlook these opportunities due to their unethical nature. These businesses often have low start-up costs, making it easier to get started even if you don’t have a lot of money. With hard work and effective marketing, these businesses can be quite profitable. Additionally, they can be a great way to be your own boss and have control over your own schedule. If you’re looking to make money, take some time to consider these options. If you have any questions or need further clarification, please feel free to ask in the comment section below. I’ll be happy to help you out as soon as possible.