More than half of Nigeria’s population is under 34 years old, with women accounting for 31% of the informal economy.
The South-West zone has the highest number of businesses in retail and trade, followed by the South-South and North-Central zones.
Approximately 90% of businesses in the informal economy make less than N500,000 monthly profit.
92.4% of these businesses save money, primarily through cooperative and group contributions.
Digital payments account for 46.2% of transactions in the informal economy.
Actionable steps for startups include conducting targeted market research, developing cost-effective solutions, innovating around traditional practices, and focusing on user education.
Moniepoint's informal economy report provides valuable insights for any startup looking to penetrate the Nigerian market.