Reselling data and airtime can be a steady side business, but it runs on trust and repeat customers. Here is what to sort out first.

Choose your supplier carefully

Your supplier is your biggest risk. Compare reseller prices, check how failed orders are handled, and read the API documentation if you plan to automate. Test with small orders first.

Decide how you will sell

  • Direct to customers with your own reseller account and social media.
  • Through your own website using a supplier API or a white-label platform.

Set your prices

Know your cost for each plan, add a margin you can defend, and update prices when your supplier changes them.

Serve customers well

Answer quickly, keep records of every transaction, and refund or resend when an order fails.

Check the rules

Business registration, tax and consumer rules apply to commercial activity. Check the current requirements with the relevant Nigerian authorities or a qualified adviser.