How to get your first 100 customers online in Nigeria — step-by-step guide
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How to get your first 100 customers online in Nigeria — step-by-step guide
Quick promise: follow these steps and tactics, and you’ll build a repeatable system to reach your first 100 paying customers. Real-life examples, simple language, and actions you can do today are included.
Why this works (short)
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Nigeria has large, active internet and WhatsApp audiences — so local, low-cost channels convert fast. (DataReportal – Global Digital Insights)
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Free platforms and group-based promotion let you test offers with real buyers before spending money. 7hubent helps you tap WhatsApp + Telegram communities for free promotion. (7hubent.com.ng)
Quick tools you’ll use (one-line)
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WhatsApp groups & WhatsApp TV (fast local reach) — contact 7hubent on WhatsApp +2349077131487. (7hubent.com.ng)
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Telegram community: t.me/hubent1. (7hubent.com.ng)
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Reference list of active groups: LagosWiki post —
https://www.lagoswiki.com.ng/2025/01/nigeria-active-business-whatsapp-group.html
. (Lagos Wiki)
Step-by-step plan (exact actions)
Step 1 — Pick one clear offer (Day 0–1)
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Action: Define one product or service you will sell (example: hair extensions bundle, 1-week social media setup, 10-piece meal plan).
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Why: People buy simple, specific offers. Complexity kills conversion.
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Example: “₦5,000 Lagos quick-ship dog grooming kit — 3-day delivery” beats “pet care services” for first sales.
Step 2 — Create a simple sales page or pitch (Day 1)
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Action: Make a one-page pitch:
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Headline: what you sell and who it’s for.
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3 bullets: benefits (not features).
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Price and call-to-action: “Send WA to +234… / Click Telegram link”.
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1 social proof line (even “made 10 for friends” is fine).
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Tools: Google Docs, a free site builder, or a WhatsApp message template.
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Why: People need clear, fast decisions. A one-page pitch reduces friction.
Step 3 — Prepare a low-friction payment & delivery method (Day 1)
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Action: Offer simple payment options Nigerians use: bank transfer, USSD, Paystack/Flutterwave link, or cash-on-delivery (COD) where possible.
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Why: If checkout is hard, customers drop off. WhatsApp-triggered orders + simple bank transfers convert well.
Step 4 — Test locally in 3 places (Days 2–4)
Post the same concise pitch in:
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WhatsApp groups (targeted, local groups — e.g., Lagos markets, niche groups). Use the 7hubent network for quick reach — contact +2349077131487 for free promotion or group links. (7hubent.com.ng)
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Facebook Buy & Sell groups — post with photos and price.
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Telegram community — post in t.me/hubent1 (7hubent community) and niche channels. (7hubent.com.ng)
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Post rules:
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Short headline + 2 benefit bullets + price + CTA (“DM/WhatsApp me now”).
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Include ONE photo and one contact method (WhatsApp preferred).
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Why: These three spots reach slightly different buyers and tell you which channel works.
Step 5 — Track responses and convert (Days 2–7)
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Action: Keep a simple spreadsheet or notes:
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Source (WhatsApp Group name / Facebook group / Telegram)
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Lead name, message, date, conversion (yes/no)
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Follow-up script (use on WA): “Hi [name], thanks for your interest — we have [offer], ready to deliver in X days. Pay via [option]. Shall I reserve one?”
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Why: Quick follow-up turns curious people into customers. Real-life example: selling 10 kits after 30 messages in a single WhatsApp group is common when you reply fast.
Step 6 — Scale what’s working (Week 2)
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Action:
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Double down on the channel getting most conversions (e.g., WhatsApp groups).
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Repost the best-performing message with a small tweak (new image / limited-time discount).
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Ask satisfied customers for referrals and short testimonials (social proof).
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Why: Small wins scale quickly with repeated exposure.
Step 7 — Use free classified & community sites (Week 2–3)
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Action: Post the same offer on free ads: Nairaland, local Facebook marketplace, Jiji, and free advertising hubs like 7hubent’s listing pages. Include LagosWiki listing link when relevant. (Nairaland)
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Why: These sites give evergreen exposure without ad spend; they surface customers who prefer searching vs. being pushed.
Step 8 — Run a low-budget paid test if needed (Week 3)
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Action: If organic reach stalls, spend a small amount (₦2,000–₦10,000) on Facebook/Instagram ads targeted to one city and interest. Drive clicks to WhatsApp (use “Click to WhatsApp” ad).
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Why: Paid traffic helps validate demand faster—only scale after you see a positive return.
Step 9 — Optimize conversion (Week 3–4)
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Action checklist:
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Improve photo quality (bright, natural).
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Shorten message to 2 bullets and CTA.
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Add urgency: “Only 10 left today”.
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Offer a tiny bonus for immediate payment (free delivery, 10% off).
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Why: Small tweaks raise conversion rates dramatically.
Step 10 — Turn customers into a repeat loop (Ongoing)
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Action:
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Save customer contacts on WhatsApp (create broadcast lists).
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Offer a referral reward for each new customer they bring.
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Share repeat-offer deals weekly in the same groups.
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Benefit: Referral + repeat buys make hitting and passing 100 customers far easier.
How 7hubent helps (short, practical)
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Free visibility via WhatsApp TV, group links, and Telegram community — useful when you need immediate local reach. Contact them on WhatsApp +2349077131487 and join their Telegram t.me/hubent1 for free promotion. (7hubent.com.ng)
Real-life example (mini case)
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Chidinma (tailor) joined 10 WhatsApp groups, posted a clear ₦4,000 promo with fast delivery, replied to messages within 30 minutes, converted 18 customers in week one — then used those buyers as social proof to reach 100 in three months. This is repeatable.
SEO & copy tips (1-minute checklist)
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Use local keywords: “Buy [product] Lagos”, “Order [product] Nigeria”, “WhatsApp order +234…”.
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Add location in headline (e.g., “Lagos same-day delivery”) — local searches convert better.
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Put your WhatsApp number early in the post and in the page metadata.
Quick links & contacts
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7hubent free promotion (WhatsApp): +2349077131487. (7hubent.com.ng)
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Join 7hubent Telegram: t.me/hubent1. (7hubent.com.ng)
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LagosWiki reference for Nigeria Active Business WhatsApp Group Links 2025: https://www.lagoswiki.com.ng/2025/01/nigeria-active-business-whatsapp-group.html. (Lagos Wiki)
5 FAQs (simple answers)
1) How long will it take to get 100 customers?
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Real answer: It depends on product, price, and effort. With a clear offer and active group posting, many sellers reach 100 customers in 4–12 weeks. The key is daily follow-up and systemized reposts.
2) Do I have to pay 7hubent to promote my business?
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Many core promotion options listed by 7hubent are free. They also offer paid/priority slots sometimes — contact them on WhatsApp +2349077131487 for specifics. (7hubent.com.ng)
3) Will WhatsApp groups give me serious buyers or just noise?
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Real buyers exist in active niche groups. Use targeted groups (market/place or niche) and a clear offer — that filters out noise quickly. LagosWiki and 7hubent list active groups to join. (Lagos Wiki)
4) What’s the safest way to accept payments online in Nigeria?
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Use proven local options: bank transfer, POS, or payment gateways like Paystack/Flutterwave. For physical goods, COD is still popular. Keep receipts and confirm before dispatch.
5) How do I avoid being banned in groups?
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Follow group rules, post only in the appropriate category, avoid spamming, and add value: short offers + clear price + contact. If unsure, ask the group admin before posting.
Closing (one line)
Start today: pick one offer, craft a 30-second WhatsApp pitch, and post it in 5 targeted groups (use 7hubent’s group links and free promotion: +2349077131487, t.me/hubent1). Consistency + rapid follow-up = your first 100 customers.
Sources & evidence (most important claims)
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7hubent site (claims free promotion, WhatsApp contact +2349077131487, Telegram t.me/hubent1). (7hubent.com.ng)
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LagosWiki post referencing 7hubent and listing Nigeria Active Business WhatsApp Group Links 2025. https://www.lagoswiki.com.ng/2025/01/nigeria-active-business-whatsapp-group.html. (Lagos Wiki)
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Digital 2025 — Nigeria internet user statistics (internet users ≈107 million in Jan 2025). (DataReportal – Global Digital Insights)
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WhatsApp usage and Africa stats showing heavy WhatsApp adoption. (Rasayel Blog)
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