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
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.
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Sign up with your phone
Quick OTP verification. We'll send a code to your number.
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Tell us your trade(s)
Pick from 15+ categories. You can list more than one trade if you offer multiple services.
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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.
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04
Upload selfie + government ID
NIN slip, Voter's Card, or Driver's License. Our team reviews it manually within 24 hours.
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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.
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Sign up with your business phone
OTP is sent to your business contact number. This becomes the main login for the company account.
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Enter your business details
Business name, RC number (or BN number for Business Names), and the full name of the company director or owner.
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Select your trade categories
Choose all service categories your business covers. Companies can list multiple trades under one account.
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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.
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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.
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Add a business bank account
Payouts go directly to your company account. The account name must match the name on your CAC registration.
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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