Best Side Hustle Jobs For Extra Money in Nigeria

Life’s challenges can be tough, especially when finances are tight and juggling needs and wants becomes overwhelming, necessitating a side hustle job.

I want you to know that you are not alone because I’ve been there, feeling the pinch and wondering how to make ends meet.

I understand your struggles, and I really want to help you.

In fact, I commend you for taking the bold step to change your story by coming online to find a solution.

So, if you’re looking for ways to earn some extra cash, I’ve got your back.

In this post, I’ll share 30 side hustle ideas that could be just what you need to ease the financial burden and start dreaming big again.

1. Begin Freelance Writing

Start freelance writing as a side job.
Start freelance writing as a side job.

Do you have a knack for stringing words together in a way that makes people want to keep reading- or listening?

Turn your way with words into cash by writing articles, blog posts, or website content for businesses and online publications. You can start earning monthly by joining Explicit Success Writers Here.

You can also check other sites like Upwork, LinkedIn etc.

2. Start Graphic Designing

Graphic designing as a side hustle job
Graphic designing as a side hustle job

Design logos, social media graphics, and marketing materials for businesses in need of visual branding.

This skill can also be applied for events.

So, dust up your graphic design skills, make a logo for yourself and post your business on your social media (WhatsApp status or Facebook and Instagram stories).

You’ll be surprised by how far a little marketing and word of mouth advertising can go.

3. Offer Tutoring services

Tutoring services as a side hustle job idea
Tutoring services as a side hustle job idea

Help students excel in subjects like mathematics, English, or science by offering personalized tutoring sessions.

Put your heart into it and charge parent-friendly rates (for a start anyway).

This is one of those ideas that literally anybody can do.

Just choose that subject you excelled in during your primary/secondary school and off you go.

Explore businesses you can start with 10k or less in Nigeria

4. Take up Photography

Photography is an excellent job idea
Photography is an excellent side hustle job idea

Capture precious moments at events, portraits, or stock photos, and sell your images to clients or stock photography websites.

You know the best thing about this?

With a good phone camera and a knack for editing, you can become a star in this.

Don’t wait till you have that multi-million-naira camera, remember it’s okay to start small as long as you don’t stay small.

5. Start Event Planning

Event planning is good side job
Event planning is good side hustle job

Are you good with organizing and have a will strong enough to not bend under pressure?

Put your organizational skills to work and plan and coordinate note-worthy seamless events like birthday celebrations, baby dedications, graduations, weddings etc. for clients.

Learn how you can start an event planning business with no money. 

6. Provide Social Media Management services

Provide social media management services
Social media management services as a side hustle job

Do you find it hard to drag yourself away from your social apps?

Are you one of those people who might not have money for their next meal but will always have money for data?

Honestly, I’m guilty of this.

Why not convert that social media fixation into money?

All you’d have to do is manage and grow social media accounts for businesses by creating content, engaging with followers, and analyzing performance metrics.

You’d be getting paid to do something you love.

7. Start Catering

Start catering as a side hustle job
Start catering as a side hustle job

Cook up delicious meals and cater events such as weddings, birthdays, and corporate functions.

Put your skills in the kitchen to use and convert it into income, all from the comfort of your own home.

8. Offer Virtual Assistance service as a Side Hustle Job

Assist busy professionals or entrepreneurs with tasks such as email management, scheduling appointments, and data entry remotely.

You’d be like a literal assistant, only that you wouldn’t have to leave your house for work.

9. Engage in Online surveys as a Side Hustle Job

Earn extra income by participating in online surveys and sharing your opinions on various topics.

This is actually a really easy way of earning side money.

You can even participate in these surveys at your 9-5 workplace (during your free time of course).

10. Offer Car Washing services as a Side Hustle Job

Offer Car Washing services as a Side Hustle Job
Offer Car Washing services as a Side Hustle Job

Provide car washing and detailing services to busy individuals and car owners in your community.

This is something you can engage in during your free time as well as on weekends.

11. Start up a Blog

Blogging as a side job
Blogging as a side job

Share your passions, experiences, and expertise through blogging.

Monetize your content through advertisements, sponsorships, or affiliate marketing.

This is a trending source of side and in some cases, main income for people and it pays quite well.

Check out how to start a blog in Nigeria.

12. Provide Translation Services

Offer translation services for documents, websites, or conversations in different languages.

If you have an affinity for learning new languages fast, then this might just be it for you.

You can check out how to become a freelance translator

13. Become A Fitness Coach

Fitness coaching as a side job
Fitness coaching as a side-hustle job

Help clients achieve their fitness goals by providing personalized training plans and motivational support.

You can sign up at gyms near you to offer your services as a personal trainer as well as work during your free time.

14. Sell Handmade Crafts as a Side Hustle Job

Sell Handmade Crafts as a Side Hustle Job
Sell Handmade Crafts as a Side Hustle Job

Create and sell unique handmade crafts like jewellery, clothing, or home decor items on online marketplaces or at local craft fairs.

You have a choice whether to go the conventional route of putting up your work at local shops or markets

Or simply put them up for sale on platforms such as WhatsApp Business, Facebook Marketplace, Instagram etc.

15. Provide Gardening Services

Provide Gardening Services as a side job
Provide Gardening Services as a side job

If you have a green thumb, then this will suit you perfectly.

You’d be surprised at how many people would love to add an aesthetic flair to their homes or businesses.

Be a solution by offering gardening and landscaping services.

Services such as lawn mowing, planting, and garden maintenance to clients and simply work them into your free time.

Explore these gardening ideas for beginners.

16. Offer Babysitting Services as a Side Hustle Job

Offer Babysitting Services as a Side Hustle Job
Offer Babysitting Services as a Side Hustle Job

This would also be a viable option so long as you start with people who already trust you and build a name and reputation for yourself.

Basically, you would be offering to care for children in the comfort of their homes, providing supervision, entertainment and basic maintenance.

17. Start Home Cleaning as a Side Hustle Job

Offer thorough and reliable cleaning services for homes and apartments, including dusting, vacuuming, and sanitizing surfaces.

You’d be surprised at the number of people who are just too busy or tired to give their homes a basic facelift or a meticulous deep clean.

Be a solution and earn some much-deserved side cash.

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18. Teach Language Lessons as a Side Hustle Job

Teach individuals or groups English or other languages through personalized lessons or language exchange sessions.

This goes a step further from just translating for clients and involves more interaction with them.

19. Become a Mobile Hairdresser

Hairdressing services
Hairdressing services

Provide hairstyling services such as haircuts, styling, and colouring to clients in their homes or at events.

I know for a fact that there are many persons who dislike the hassle of going over to the nearest salon and waiting for their turn to get their hair done.

Imagine the ease they’d feel when you offer up your service.

That way everyone wins.

You don’t have to rent a salon and pay utility bills and your clients get to have the salon brought to their homes.

20. Help out with Personal Shopping

Assist busy individuals with their shopping needs by selecting and purchasing items on their behalf.

You’d be bringing the market to their doorstep and getting paid simply to add a couple more items to your usual weekend shopping list.

Read secrets to scale up any business quickly

21. Become an Airbnb host

Rent out a spare room or property on Airbnb, welcoming guests and providing a comfortable stay experience.

Do you have a room to spare in your house or a house you barely spend any time in?

Would you be comfortable with renting it out for a period of time to guests?

Are you good at hosting?

If your response to these questions was positive, then you’re eligible to sign up to be an Airbnb host!

22. Offer Driving services

Driving services as a side job
Driving services as a side-hustle job

Offer transportation services for people who need rides to appointments, airports, or events.

Not everyone is comfortable with traveling with strangers or being subjected to navigating traffic.

Provide them with a means of travelling privately and-if they so require-in the comfort of their own cars.

Check out these simple steps on how you can start a transport and logistic business

23. Provide Handyman Services

Handyman services
Handyman services

Provide basic home repair and maintenance services such as plumbing, electrical work, and carpentry.

If you’re good with your hands snatch this one right up.

You won’t believe just how many leaking taps and creaky hinges exist in just your community alone.

24. Open an Online store

Sell a variety of products such as clothing, accessories, or handmade items through your own e-commerce store.

25. Start making Snacks as a Side Hustle Job

If you are good at making snacks or small chops like puff-puff, fish-rolls, peanuts etc.

You can make some to carry along to your organization depending on your workplace policy.

So, they don’t have to leave the company grounds for lunch or to grab a quick bite.

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26. Teach Music lessons as a Side Hustle Job

Teach individuals or groups how to play musical instruments such as piano, guitar, or violin.

If you are skilled with any instruments, you can always offer up your service as a teacher to those interested.

27. Start a Car Rental as a Side Hustle Job

Rent out your car to individuals or businesses for short-term use, providing convenience and flexibility for travellers or commuters.

28. Provide Digital Marketing services

Digital Marketing services as a side job
Digital Marketing services as a side job

You can provide digital marketing services such as social media management, email marketing, or search engine optimization (SEO) for small businesses looking to improve their online presence.

29. Engage in Resume Writing as a Side Hustle Job

Help job seekers stand out from the crowd by creating professional resumes, cover letters, and LinkedIn profiles.

You can also teach people effective ways to use Linkedin to get jobs.

30. Offer Home Renovation services as a Side Hustle Job

Home Renovation services
Home Renovation services

Provide renovation and remodelling services for homeowners, including painting, flooring, and kitchen/bathroom renovations.

End notes

Remember, it’s okay to feel overwhelmed, but it’s also okay to take control of your situation.

These side hustle ideas cater to different skill sets and interests, allowing you to find the one that best suits you and your potential clients.

You’ve got this, and I’m here to support you every step of the way.

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