Near-U
For artisans, fundis, masters

Grow your trade. Get paid on time.

Whether you're a master plumber, a tailor with three machines, or a barber with a shop in the market — Near-U turns your skill into steady, paying jobs.

  • 5-minute application
  • Free to join
  • On-demand payouts via dashboard
A skilled artisan at work

Verified

14+ Pros active

Avg. monthly earnings
₦180k+
Jobs / week
3–8
Platform commission
3–5%
Payout cycle
On-demand

Why join Near-U as a Pro

Built around how Nigerian artisans actually work.

Steady job leads

Get notified when a client books you. No more waiting for walk-ins or referrals.

Verified profile

Stand out with a trust badge that signals to clients you're vetted and real.

Reliable payouts

Request a payout from your dashboard whenever you're ready. Money lands in your bank account. No more "we will pay tomorrow."

Build your reputation

Star ratings + reviews follow you. Great work today means more jobs tomorrow.

Support that listens

Talk to a real human when you have a problem with a booking or payout.

Free skill resources

Tips on pricing, customer service, and growing your business — built for Nigeria.

How to apply

The process differs slightly depending on whether you're an individual artisan or a registered business.

For artisans, fundis, and sole traders — takes about 5 minutes.

  1. 01

    Sign up with your phone

    Quick OTP verification. We'll send a code to your number.

  2. 02

    Tell us your trade(s)

    Pick from 15+ categories. You can list more than one trade if you offer multiple services.

  3. 03

    Choose your service area

    Drop a pin on your workshop or home base, then set a radius (5–50 km). Clients within that range will see your profile.

  4. 04

    Upload selfie + government ID

    NIN slip, Voter's Card, or Driver's License. Our team reviews it manually within 24 hours.

  5. 05

    Add your fixed-price services

    List exactly what you do and what it costs. Clients book at the prices you set — no haggling.

For CAC-registered businesses — takes 10–15 minutes. Verification is within 24–48 hours.

  1. 01

    Sign up with your business phone

    OTP is sent to your business contact number. This becomes the main login for the company account.

  2. 02

    Enter your business details

    Business name, RC number (or BN number for Business Names), and the full name of the company director or owner.

  3. 03

    Select your trade categories

    Choose all service categories your business covers. Companies can list multiple trades under one account.

  4. 04

    Set your service coverage area

    Pin your office or main depot, then set a radius. Registered companies can typically cover a wider area than individual artisans.

  5. 05

    Upload director ID + CAC documents

    Director's NIN, international passport, or Driver's License — plus your CAC Certificate of Incorporation or Business Name certificate. Reviewed within 24–48 hours.

  6. 06

    Add a business bank account

    Payouts go directly to your company account. The account name must match the name on your CAC registration.

  7. 07

    List your fixed-price services

    Add every service your team offers with clear pricing. Clients see your company's verified badge — trust is built in from day one.

Don't have your CAC certificate yet? You can still sign up as an now and upgrade your account to a company profile once your registration is complete.

What pros are saying

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Tunde O.

"I went from waiting for walk-ins to having three jobs lined up every weekend. Near-U changed everything."

Tunde O.

Plumber · Lagos

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Ngozi A.

"I've grown from working alone to managing a team of four. The verified badge brings serious clients."

Ngozi A.

Tailor · Abuja

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Chinedu E.

"My phone never stops ringing. Best decision I made for my business."

Chinedu E.

AC Tech · Port Harcourt

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