Introduction
Are you looking for a simple but legit way to make money online in Nigeria? Affiliate marketing has become one of the fastest-growing online businesses for students, hustlers, and even professionals. The best part? You don’t need to own a product or spend millions to get started.
In this guide, I’ll show you step by step how to start affiliate marketing in Nigeria, even if you’re a complete beginner. But, before we begin what's affiliate marketing?
What is Affiliate Marketing?
Affiliate marketing is a business model where you promote other people’s products online and earn a commission when someone buys through your unique link.
Think of it like this: when you recommend a good restaurant or movie to a friend, you don’t get paid though. But in affiliate marketing, when someone buys based on your recommendation, the company rewards you.
Steps on getting to start affiliate marketing
Step 1:
Learn what and how to start affiliate marketing.
A vast amount of knowledge on a profession or a skill is key to being outstanding. Don't just jump into affiliate marketing without first understanding anything about it make plans and invest in yourself through learning and then you can implement what you've learnt.
Step 2:
Pick a niche
- Broad market: fashion
- Broad market: fitness
- Broad market: Food
Learn how to identify you niche with the ABC affiliate marketing beginners guide
Step 3:
Choose an affiliate platform
Decide on the network, marketplace, or software you’ll use to find affiliate products, get tracking links, and manage commissions.
There are two main types:
1. Affiliate Networks / Marketplaces
These connect you to many vendors and products in one place.
Examples: ClickBank, JVZoo, Impact, ShareASale, MaxBounty, PartnerStack, CJ Affiliate.
In Nigeria: Expertnaire, Selar, Stakecut, Digistem.
You sign up once, then apply for programs inside the platform.
2. Direct Affiliate Programs
Some companies run their own affiliate program instead of using a network.
Example: Amazon Associates, Shopify Affiliate Program, Canva Affiliate, Bluehost Affiliate.
You sign up on each company’s website.
Step 4:
Pick a Profitable Product/Niche
Don’t just choose any product. Focus on what people are actually searching for:
- Digital skills (graphic design, freelancing, programming)
- Business and side hustle courses
- Health and fitness guides
- Relationship and lifestyle improvement
When a product solves a real problem, selling becomes much easier. Also note that understanding the concept of demand is key to knowing how to supply.
Step 5:
Learn How to Sell (This is the Secret)
Most beginners fail here — they grab their affiliate link and start spamming WhatsApp groups. That rarely works.
Instead, like I said earlier, learn the basics of marketing and content creation. learning how to sell will equip you with all the knowledge you need in starting out
Step 7:
Promote with Strategy
Here’s a simple strategy beginners can use:
1. Share free, useful tips that solve small problems.
2. Build trust with your audience.
3. Gently introduce your affiliate product with a call-to-action.
Step 7:
Track Your Progress
Every affiliate platform gives you a dashboard to track clicks and sales. Use this to see what’s working and double down.
If WhatsApp is giving you more sales than Facebook, focus more energy there.
Step last:
I am an online entrepreneur and I want to share with you my beginners guide on how to start affiliate marketing.
In all honesty, how much can you really earn from affiliate marketing?
How Much Can You Earn?
- Beginners: ₦10k – ₦50k monthly (with consistency).
- Intermediate marketers: ₦100k – ₦300k monthly.
- Advanced marketers: ₦500k+ monthly (scaling with ads and multiple platforms).
Remember, affiliate marketing is like any business — your income grows as your skills improve.
Ready to start? Check out the Affiliate Marketing beginners guide
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