How NaijaBid Works

Nigeria's most trusted auction platform — simple, secure, and transparent from start to finish.

Buying in 4 Simple Steps

Everything you need to win your first auction.

01

Create Your Account

Sign up with your email or Google account. Complete your KYC verification to unlock full bidding privileges. This keeps our community safe and authentic.

Sign up for free
Verify your email
Complete KYC
Get verified badge
02

Fund Your Wallet

Securely deposit funds using Paystack. Your money is held in an escrow system, ensuring both buyers and sellers are protected throughout the transaction.

Deposit via Paystack
Funds held in escrow
Escrow protection
Instant top-up
03

Browse & Place Bids

Explore hundreds of authentic items — from luxury watches to vintage art. Place bids in real-time. If you're outbid, you'll be notified immediately.

Live auction countdown
Real-time bid updates
Outbid notifications
Watchlist items
04

Win & Receive

If you win, the seller is notified and ships the item. Funds are only released to the seller once you confirm receipt — a complete buyer protection guarantee.

Winner notification
Seller ships item
Confirm receipt
Funds released

Selling on NaijaBid

Reach thousands of verified buyers across Nigeria. List your item for free and let our platform handle the rest — from escrow to delivery confirmation.

List your item for free
Identity-verified buyers only
Secure escrow payment
Admin approval for quality control

Seller Process

1
Create your listing
2
Admin reviews & approves
3
Auction goes live
4
Bidders compete
5
Winner pays via escrow
6
Ship item & get paid

Ready to get started?

Join thousands of Nigerians already buying and selling on NaijaBid.