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education

Online Course Creator (Teachable/Selar)

Package your knowledge into a structured online course and sell it forever. Nigerian experts in accounting, real estate, fashion, tech, and cooking are earning ₦1m–₦10m/month from courses.

Monthly Potential
₦5k–₦200k
Difficulty
Intermediate
Capital Needed
₦30,000
Income Period
Per Month
🧠 Skills You'll Need
Passive Income Expert Knowledge Scalable Selar Teachable Loom Canva Mailchimp
📍 Works Best In
Online Lagos Abuja
🚀 How to Get Started
  1. 1
    Choose your topic: what do people always ask you? What have you done that others want to learn?
  2. 2
    Outline 5–8 modules with 3–5 short video lessons each — 60–90 minute total course is ideal for beginners
  3. 3
    Record using phone camera + ring light + Loom (free) — perfection is the enemy of done
  4. 4
    Host on Selar (Nigeria, Naira payments) or Teachable/Gumroad (global, USD payments)
  5. 5
    Marketing funnel: TikTok/Instagram content → free lead magnet → email list → course sale
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💰 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.
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.
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