Campus Battery & Power Bank Charging Station

Offer a paid phone and power bank charging point in areas with frequent power outages or where students lack easy socket access.

Monthly Potential

₦6k–₦30k

Difficulty

Beginner Friendly

Capital Needed

₦40,000

Income Period

Per Week

🧠 Skills You'll Need

Basic Electronics Customer Service Reliability Cash Handling

📍 Works Best In

Lagos Ibadan Nsukka Zaria Nationwide

🚀 How to Get Started

1

Get an extension box, multiple charging cables, and a small generator or inverter (₦35k-₦40k)
2

Set up in a common area or your room with visible signage
3

Charge a small flat fee per full charge
4

Keep a simple tag system to avoid mixing up phones
5

Offer overnight charging for a slightly higher fee

💰 Ways to Fund This

SMEDAN Programmes (free registration, training, grant windows)

₦0–₦3,000,000

Government Fund

Nigerian-owned micro or small business. Free CAC business name registration via the CAC-SMEDAN partnership is a common entry point.

📊 Varies by scheme — many components are free or grant-based; some link to subsidized loans.

🌐 Apply

Cooperative Society Loan

₦5,000–₦500,000

Cooperative

Membership in a registered cooperative society (workplace, community, or trade-based).

📊 Typically the lowest-cost option available — often single-digit or interest-free among trusted members.

⚠️ Informational only — not financial advice. Confirm current terms directly with each provider before applying, and borrow only what you can repay.