Author name: Angela

The rise in popularity of artisan marketplace platforms has made it easier to hire artisans for quick home fixes and large-scale jobs. But with so many platforms to choose from, knowing where you’ll get the best handyman can be a challenge.

In Nigeria, many skilled artisans struggle to find consistent work and make a decent living despite their expertise. 

Challenges such as the rising cost of materials and tools, limited access to job opportunities, and poor communication often leave them underemployed and financially insecure.

“Nigerian artisans will drive you mad and they will gaslight you. When this furniture man told me he was in Banana Island I just knew I would end up begging him for my chair. I should have just bought ready-made but no I wanted Pinterest design.”

ots of online platforms that make it easier to hire workers and find one-time or full-time gigs.  LaborHack and GigSmart are some of the prominent platforms in this regard. They both connect clients with skilled service workers but have different approaches.