Four Top Online Shopping Platforms in Nigeria

Mary Scott
3 min readNov 11, 2021

It’s the Age of Tech, and we are super privileged to be living the tech life. I mean, isn’t being able to buy items from the comfort of your home the coolest thing ever? Imagine the ‘80’s where there was nothing like E-commerce. Boring, yeah? I agree fam, and to be honest, I do not even want to imagine what their lives must have felt like.

Come on! Shopping from the comfort of your home, and ultimately, wherever you are is the best thing that ever happened to buying and selling. What makes this even more interesting is that there are several such platforms available, affording you and me the opportunity to shop wherever and from whomever we please. So, if you do not like this platform, you can just move on to another. Easy peasy, sweet!

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Have you realized that you just might prefer one online shopping platform to another? I know I do. My reasons are not far-fetched, and I’m certain yours aren’t too. I found out that the platform I prefer actually caters to the things that I love more than many others do.

This is Nigeria, and we have so many online shopping platforms. This article highlights the four top shopping platforms in Nigeria for your ease and use. Interested in buying some stuff without doing so much as lifting a finger? Then, this is for you. Sit back and continue reading as I take you on this trip through Nigeria’s top four shopping platforms. This list is arranged in no particular order.

Jumia

If you truly live in Nigeria, then you must’ve heard of Jumia. Even if you do not know what Jumia is, you definitely have come across the name somewhere. Jumia is one of the leading online shopping platforms in Nigeria, and one of the first stores to have truly captured the attention of Nigerians. The store is one of the nation’s favorites. This is because you can get nearly anything on Jumia. Just think of a product across any field, and you’re sure to get it on Jumia. In addition, the discounts and promotions offered by the platform are very attractive.

Another reason why many Nigerians choose to shop on Jumia is its speed of delivery. An order placed on Jumia typically gets delivered in a couple of days. The rates are good, delivery is swift, returns are allowed, refunds are possible and the varieties are endless. What more could a customer ask for?

Konga

Konga is the competitor that has come to stay. Konga is one online shopping company that has given Jumia a run for its reputation, as it came seriously on Jumia’s heels. Like Jumia, Konga also has a large base of Nigerians who shop on the platform. Konga has lots of vendors signed up on its platform, allowing for the availability of a variety of products. Whatever it is you need, you’re sure to get on Konga. Konga also happens to have quite a number of independent retailers registered on its platform, allowing small business owners to sell their products. So, you and I are free to sell on Konga. How sweet!

SLOT

Looking for the perfect online shopping platform for your gadgets? Look no further, SLOT has got you covered. Slot is a reputable brand known to specialize in the sale of mobile phones, computer systems, and other gadgets. Slot did not join the online sales business initially. However, it was only a matter of time before Slot became a platform via which people could purchase gadgets online. Upon making payments, the product will be delivered to the customer. Easy and smooth.

JiJi

Jiji is another interesting online shopping platform. This is one shopping platform that does a fine job of connecting sellers to buyers. On Jiji, you’re sure to see the trendiest, most innovative items. On Jiji, you can purchase many different items, ranging from lightweight items like phones, clothes, computers, etc. to heavy-duty items like machinery, household furniture, and so on. Jiji also ensures that the seller is satisfied with the items before making payment as it clearly states that buyer and seller meet in public places to discuss and bargain before payment is made.

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Mary Scott

Mary is an Editor at the online women’s magazine, AmoMama, and is passionate about improving quality of life for the African girl child.