Being a student in Nigeria isn’t beans. Between sorting handouts, fighting ASUU strikes, and stretching that pocket money like Indomie, you’re probably thinking, “I need to find side hustle wey go pay.” The good news? You don’t need to graduate before you start building wealth.
Thanks to the internet (and small brainwork), there are plenty of legit online businesses you can start right from your hostel or even your bunk bed. But stacking money is just one part. What you do with that money? That’s where MyInvestar comes in.
Let’s run it.
1. Freelance Writing and Editing
If your pen game is strong and you sabi arrange words, freelance writing or editing is your plug. Platforms like Upwork, Fiverr, and ProBlogger let you write content, edit docs or even proofread CVs for clients abroad (yes, in dollars).
💡 Student Hack: Use your old school essays or write sample blogs to build a portfolio.
Grow it with MyInvestar
Stash your dollars in a Goal Account whether it’s for a new phone, travel japa plans or even your MSc dreams. You’ll earn interest and stay focused.
2. Drop Shipping (Zero Inventory Wahala)
Don’t have cash to stock items? No wahala. With drop shipping, you list products online and only buy from suppliers after a customer pays.
Platforms: Shopify, WhatsApp Catalogue, Instagram Shop
Marketing: IG Reels and TikTok just be creative and use vibes.
Grow it with MyInvestar
Use a Vault Account to lock your profits and earn up to 19.5% interest while you focus on taking your hustle to the next level.
3. Sell Digital Products
You’re already making PowerPoints, notes, and flyers, why not cash out? Sell digital items like class notes, design templates, IG highlight covers, budget planners, or even resume formats.
Platforms: Gumroad, Selar, Paystack Storefront
Grow it with MyInvestar
Put your profits into a Money Market Fund (MMF). You can start with ₦5,000 and your money starts working immediately. Free money no dey, but steady money dey.
4. Social Media Management
If you’re always online and can gist for days on Instagram, TikTok, or X, why not get paid for it? Plenty small businesses need help managing posts, DMs, and content ideas.
Starter Kit: Free YouTube tutorials, Canva, and vibe.
Your clients? Look around campus. Someone is launching something.
Grow it with MyInvestar
Use the Star Account, it helps you stay flexible with your cash, but you still earn that sweet interest.
5. Affiliate Marketing
You don’t need to create a product to sell. Just share referral links and get paid when people buy. From gadgets to books to even travel tickets, commission dey.
Platforms: Jumia/Konga Affiliate, Amazon Associates
Marketing: WhatsApp groups, status updates, TikTok skits, Twitter threads.
Grow it with MyInvestar
Name your Goal Account “Commission Vibes” and watch your earnings pile up. Small drops, big ocean.
6. Online Tutoring
If your course mates call you “prof,” maybe it’s time to collect money for that knowledge. Tutor people online or create recorded tutorials.
Hot Subjects: Maths, Physics, Coding, English, Languages like French, Yoruba, even how to use Canva.
Grow it with MyInvestar
Create a MMF account for your tutoring earnings. Low risk, steady returns, and plenty peace of mind.
Why Use MyInvestar?
Because “just dey save” isn’t a plan. But MyInvestar is.
Multiple account types for different money moods
Up to 20% in interest
Stress-free, beginner-friendly
SEC-licensed and trustworthy
Start from ₦1,000 or ₦5,000
Whether you’re earning in naira or dollars, this app was built with you in mind.
Final Thoughts
School hard, but your finances don’t have to be. Even if you’re still writing exams and dodging carryovers, it’s not too early to set money goals. Pick one hustle, stay consistent, and let MyInvestar do the rest. You don’t need to wait till NYSC to begin soft life.
You don’t have to be rich to start. Just be smart with your money.
Ready to move smart?
Download the MyInvestar app today and open your first account. Start small, think big. Because even students deserve to ball responsibly.
