10 Lucrative Side Hustles Nigerians Are Using to Make Over ₦500K Monthly (Number 7 Will Shock You!)
In a time when the cost of living keeps rising and salaries are barely stretching, more Nigerians are turning to side hustles to boost their income. And guess what? Some of these hustles are earning them over ₦500,000 monthly — yes, you read that right!
If you’ve been wondering what side gig to start or how others are cashing out big time, keep reading. Number 7 will shock you!
1. Dropshipping
This e-commerce model requires zero inventory. You list products online (via Instagram, WhatsApp, or a personal website), and when someone places an order, your supplier ships directly to the buyer.
✅ What you need: Internet, a phone or laptop, and marketing skills
💸 Potential income: ₦300K to ₦700K monthly
2. Freelance Writing & Copywriting
From blog content to sales pages and product descriptions, writing pays! Nigerian writers are getting gigs from platforms like Upwork, Fiverr, and even direct clients on Twitter and LinkedIn.
✅ What you need: Writing skills, portfolio, internet
💸 Potential income: ₦200K to ₦1M+ monthly
3. Mini Importation
Buy cheap goods (like fashion items, gadgets, or skincare) from China or Turkey, and resell in Nigeria at a markup. Platforms like 1688 and Alibaba are goldmines.
✅ What you need: Capital (as low as ₦50K), import knowledge, market strategy
💸 Potential income: ₦500K to ₦1M monthly
4. Online Coaching/Tutoring
Are you good at mathematics, English, coding, skincare, or cooking? Nigerians are monetizing their skills by coaching others online via Zoom or WhatsApp.
✅ What you need: Expertise in any field, stable internet, teaching ability
💸 Potential income: ₦200K to ₦600K+ monthly
5. Real Estate Affiliate Marketing
You don’t need to own land or property. Simply partner with real estate companies and earn commission when someone buys through you — some companies pay ₦100K to ₦300K per sale.
✅ What you need: Social influence, marketing skills
💸 Potential income: ₦300K to ₦1M monthly (depending on sales)
6. Social Media Management
Many business owners are too busy to manage their online presence. That’s where social media managers come in — and they’re making cool cash monthly managing Instagram, TikTok, and Twitter pages.
✅ What you need: Knowledge of content creation, Canva, scheduling tools
💸 Potential income: ₦150K to ₦600K+ monthly
7. Selling Feet Pictures (Yes, Seriously!)
This one shocks many people — but it’s real. Some Nigerians (especially ladies) are earning thousands of naira monthly selling pictures of their feet to international buyers online.
✅ What you need: Well-groomed feet, camera/smartphone, anonymity strategy, access to platforms like FeetFinder or Reddit
💸 Potential income: ₦500K to ₦1M monthly
🤯 Shocking, right?!
8. Forex & Crypto Trading
Though risky, many Nigerians have mastered the art of trading and are earning big from currency and crypto markets. It requires education, discipline, and capital.
✅ What you need: Strong knowledge of the market, smartphone/laptop, capital
💸 Potential income: ₦100K to ₦1.5M monthly
9. YouTube & TikTok Content Creation
Content is cash. Creators with a loyal audience earn from brand deals, ads, and affiliate links. Some Nigerians are quitting their 9–5s because of the money they make online!
✅ What you need: Content ideas, consistency, editing tools
💸 Potential income: ₦300K to ₦1M+ monthly
10. Skincare & Organic Product Sales
With high demand for organic creams, oils, and soaps, Nigerians are turning this into a full-blown business. Many sell via Instagram or word-of-mouth and make serious money.
✅ What you need: Knowledge of formulations, branding, packaging, trust
💸 Potential income: ₦200K to ₦700K monthly
Conclusion:
These aren’t just side hustles — they’re game changers. Nigerians are becoming smarter and leveraging the internet, digital tools, and everyday opportunities to build wealth.
If others can earn ₦500K or more monthly, why not you?
👉 So, which of these are you going to start first? Let me know in the comments!
