Trades Side Hustles in Nigeria (18)

Convert 20ft and 40ft shipping containers into modern, affordable homes and offices. Container homes cost 40–60% less than block construction and take 2–8 weeks instead of 6–18 months.

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BEGINNER

₦15k/month

REGULAR

₦208k/month

ADVANCED

₦400k/month

SAVE

SKIP

🏢 Trades Business · REGULAR

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Generator Repair Sales

Power outages hit Alimosho, Ojo, and Badagry harder and longer than other Lagos zones. A generator repair workshop at Iyana-Ipaja or Ojo roundabout is permanently booked. Selling and installing invert

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BEGINNER

₦150k/month

REGULAR

₦375k/month

ADVANCED

₦600k/month

SAVE

SKIP

🏢 Trades Business · REGULAR

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Driving School

Kaduna's growing middle class and military community create strong demand for legitimate VIO-certified driving lessons. A 10-car driving school with 50 students/month earns 1.5m–5m monthly. Military f

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BEGINNER

₦150k/month

REGULAR

₦325k/month

ADVANCED

₦500k/month

SAVE

SKIP

🏢 Trades Business · REGULAR

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Apartment Complex Waste Management Service

Waste disposal for small landlords and property managers

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BEGINNER

₦250k/month

REGULAR

₦375k/month

ADVANCED

₦500k/month

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SKIP

🏢 Trades Business · ADVANCED

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Cold Room & Refrigeration Installation

Install and service cold rooms and industrial refrigeration for cold-drink sellers, meat vendors, and small food businesses across Nigerian markets.

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BEGINNER

₦100k/month

REGULAR

₦300k/month

ADVANCED

₦500k/month

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🏢 Trades Business · ADVANCED

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Metal Roofing Truss Fabrication

Fabricate steel roofing trusses for new buildings, an increasingly preferred alternative to wood trusses for durability and pest resistance.

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BEGINNER

₦100k/month

REGULAR

₦300k/month

ADVANCED

₦500k/month

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🏢 Trades Business · ADVANCED

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Steel Fabrication for Industrial Racks

Fabricate steel shelving and storage racks for warehouses, supermarkets, and factories that need durable industrial storage solutions.

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BEGINNER

₦100k/month

REGULAR

₦350k/month

ADVANCED

₦600k/month

SAVE

SKIP

🏢 Trades Business · BEGINNER

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Industrial Cleaning & Facility Maintenance

Provide deep cleaning and facility maintenance for offices, factories, and event centres needing professional, reliable cleaning teams.

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BEGINNER

₦100k/month

REGULAR

₦350k/month

ADVANCED

₦600k/month

SAVE

SKIP

🏢 Trades Business · REGULAR

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Fence & Gate Construction

Build perimeter fences and security gates for homes, estates, and businesses, combining masonry and metalwork skills to meet Nigeria's strong demand for property security.

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BEGINNER

₦100k/month

REGULAR

₦350k/month

ADVANCED

₦600k/month

SAVE

SKIP

🏢 Trades Business · ADVANCED

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Septic Tank & Soakaway Construction

Construct septic tanks and soakaway systems for new homes lacking municipal sewage connections, an essential but often overlooked construction trade across most of Nigeria.

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BEGINNER

₦80k/month

REGULAR

₦240k/month

ADVANCED

₦400k/month

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SKIP

🏢 Trades Business · REGULAR

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Plumbing Pipe & Fitting Supply (Wholesale)

Wholesale plumbing pipes, fittings, and fixtures to plumbers and contractors, serving as the essential supply link for Nigeria's active construction and repair trades.

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BEGINNER

₦100k/month

REGULAR

₦300k/month

ADVANCED

₦500k/month

SAVE

SKIP

🏢 Trades Business · ADVANCED

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Compressor & Cold Room Installation

Install and maintain industrial cold rooms and compressors for food storage businesses, cold rooms for fish, meat, and produce sellers requiring reliable large-scale refrigeration.

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BEGINNER

₦100k/month

REGULAR

₦350k/month

ADVANCED

₦600k/month

SAVE

SKIP

🏢 Trades Business · ADVANCED

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Borehole Drilling & Water System Installation

Drill boreholes and install water pumps, tanks, and plumbing systems for homes lacking reliable water. Every new estate and compound needs its own water source.

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BEGINNER

₦50k/month

REGULAR

₦275k/month

ADVANCED

₦500k/month

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SKIP

🏢 Trades Business · ADVANCED

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Container Conversion & Fabrication Service

Convert shipping containers into shops, offices, and living spaces with cutting, insulation, and finishing work. A growing alternative-construction niche.

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BEGINNER

₦50k/month

REGULAR

₦275k/month

ADVANCED

₦500k/month

SAVE

SKIP

🏢 Trades Business · ADVANCED

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Deep Freezer & Cold Room Installation

Install and set up cold rooms and industrial freezers for food vendors, hotels, and cold storage businesses. A specialized refrigeration trade with strong commercial demand.

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BEGINNER

₦40k/month

REGULAR

₦220k/month

ADVANCED

₦400k/month

SAVE

SKIP

🏢 Trades Business · ADVANCED

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Custom Metal Staircase Fabrication

Fabricate and install custom metal and spiral staircases for homes and commercial buildings. A specialized, high-value niche within general welding and fabrication.

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BEGINNER

₦40k/month

REGULAR

₦220k/month

ADVANCED

₦400k/month

SAVE

SKIP

🏢 Trades Business · ADVANCED

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Kitchen & Bathroom Renovation Contractor

Manage full kitchen and bathroom renovations, coordinating tiling, plumbing, and fittings for homeowners. A project-management trade role combining multiple skills.

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BEGINNER

₦50k/month

REGULAR

₦275k/month

ADVANCED

₦500k/month

SAVE

SKIP

🏢 Trades Business · ADVANCED

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Aluminium Composite Panel (ACP) Cladding Installation

Install ACP cladding on commercial building exteriors for a modern architectural finish. A premium, high-paying niche in urban commercial construction.

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BEGINNER

₦40k/month

REGULAR

₦220k/month

ADVANCED

₦400k/month

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