Indriver's New Replenish Policy and How to Pay Your Commissions as a Driver

Indriver now charges 9.5% commission per trip.

Many e-hailing drivers have been enjoying Indriver in Lagos since 2019 and it has been a major lifeline for many people with its zero commissions policy and getting paid by passengers in cash. Many drivers just love the convenience and I have received countless calls from them over the last 2 years to get on the platform. Some of them still call it "Indrive", I don't know why.

However, Indriver has now effectively started charging commissions on trips. The good news is that it is lower than the other major companies. 

All You Need to Know About Indriver Commission

1. It is a flat rate of 9.5% per trip. 

2. You get charged when you get to the pick-up destination also known as 'A  Point' and when calling the passenger before pressing the "I arrived" button.

3. The commission is refundable if the passenger refuses to show up. Just remember to click the "Passenger didn't show up" button. You will be refunded after 30 days. If you do not click the button, you will not get a refund.

4. You pay your commission through the replenish prompt. I will share the detailed process next:

How to Replenish Your Account on Indriver

Step 1: Open the Indriver app

Step 2: Switch to driver mode if you are not there already.

Step 3: Open the app menu by clicking on the 3 horizontal lines on the left hand side of your screen. 

Step 4: Click on my account, you will be taken to your Personal Account, where you can find your balance, refunds and your status.

Step 5: To replenish your account, click on "Top-up account".

Step 6: Select a payment option; "Bank cards" or "Bank Transfer".

Step 7: After clicking "Bank cards", fill in the card details (card number, expiration date, CVC, Cardholder name. Please ensure you only use your card for this not someone else's.

Step 8: Enter your email.

Step 9: Enter an amount above N300 (three hundred naira)

Step 10: Click "Pay in".

How to Pay Using Bank Transfer Method to Replenish on Indriver

Follow the steps above to Step 6. At Step 6, choose "Bank Transfer" option. 

Step 7: Enter an amount above N300 (three hundred naira) with your name and email then tap "Next".

Step 8: Select your bank from the list and click continue.

Step 9: You will receive an OTP on your phone (One-time password). Enter it and confirm. Your Indriver account will be credited. 

Quick Access to Fast track Payment

Check for the "Pay" button in the lower right corner of the app and you will be immediately taken to your "Personal Account" to complete payment by bank card or bank transfer. 

Yes, Indriver has started charging commissions but it is still very low to its top competitors -- Uber and Bolt and drivers still get their money upfront and only need to replenish their account to continue using the service. I think it is a practical but effective step by the company to add value to drivers and passengers while remaining competitive. 

Get additional help with replenishing your Indriver account as a driver.

Just knowing about Indriver? Learn how to register. 

A Real Estate Company in Lagos is Recruiting Estate Surveyors and Others

Our Client is a major player in the Real Estate sector of the economy with Head Office in Lagos. The following positions are open as part of its strategic reorganization:

ESTATE SURVEYOR

The ideal candidate should have:

- A good university degree.

- Be a qualified member of NIESV.

- Have at least 5 years relevant experience.

- A track record of professional excellence. 

How to Apply

Interested candidates should send their CV and Cover Letter with the subject:

Estate Surveyor 2021 to jarushub@gmail.com

ACCOUNTANT

The ideal candidate should have:

- A good university degree.

- Relevant professional qualification.

- Have at least 5 years relevant experience.

- Must be conversant with accounting software.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should send their CV and Cover Letter with the subject: "Accountant 2021" to jarushub@gmail.com

MARKETER 

The ideal candidate should have: 

- A good university degree.

- Have at least 5 years relevant experience.

- Have the capacity to close high end Real Estate deals.

- Ability to work independently.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should send their CV and Cover Letter with the subject: "Marketer 2021" to jarushub@gmail.com 

Treat as urgent. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Top 10 Products to Buy and Sell in 2021

While we all try to avoid the worst of COVID-19 and try to make ends meet amidst restrictions, curfews and lockdowns. Let us look at a few products you might want to buy for yourself or sell online to make some decent money in 2021.

1. USB 3.0 Keyboard Storage Rack

USB3.0 Keyboard Storage Rack

This is a really cool device that combines wireless and USB charging.

Other Qi-enabled phones will be charged. To ensure fast charging, make sure use a fast charging adapter instead of charging through the computer.

Let us look at some of its features.

Features

• USB 3.0 Ports --- Provides data transfer and and charging features 4 USB 3.0 Hub ports.
• Fast wireless charger device
• Simply place the phone on the charging pad and it will automatically begin to charge in seconds without the need for wires or extra accessories.
• Works with all wireless charged phones, including the latest iPhone and Samsung phones.
• Connect the USB devices and charging for the hard devices, mobile phones, iPad, Kindle and other devices.

Get it here 

2. Fiber Optic LED Glowing Sneakers

Fiber Optic LED Shoes USB Recharge Glowing Sneakers 

Let these awesome sneakers light up the room. I don't think anything grabs attention like lit-up, glowing shoes.

Features

• Woven with new technology fiber.
• The neat weaving process is firm.
• Comfortable inside, good wearing feeling.
• Non-slip, wear-resistant rubber sole for firm grip and a USB port.

Get it here

3. Bluetooth Wireless Laser Keyboard

Bluetooth Wireless Laser Keyboard

Taking a physical keyboard around is so 20th century, you want to step up with this amazing Bluetooth connected laser keyboard.

Features

• The projection keyboard will work through the Bluetooth HID.
• Connect to major devices such as tablet PCs, smartphones, desktop computers, and video games.
• As a new input device, use the built-in infrared laser launcher to project the standard keyboard on the working surface.
• You can find the click location and enter the information by optically recognizing it.
• No physical keyboard, small size, easy to carry, this projection keyboard can adapt to most of the work environment.
• For devices with Bluetooth, the operating system: for Windows, iOS, Android, for Mac OS.

Get it here.

TV Mini Game Console

4. TV Minigame Console

It is time to relive your childhood memories, remember the time when there was no PlayStation and XBox? Play classic preprogrammed games on the classic 90s game pad with family and friends.

Features

• HDMI output, Support 4K TV, Suitable for 110V-220V.
• Built-in 821 different retro classic games, let you enjoy yourself in the game world.
• Comes with two high quality controllers, HDMI cable and power adapter.
• Can be connected to TV with AV cable for large screen game playing.
• Small and convenient size that's easy to carry, use and travel with everywhere you go.

Get it here.

5.  Folding Quadcopter (Drone)

Folding Quadcopter Aerial Photography Drone 

Drones are a big deal these days and this folding quadcopter is one of the more affordable options for getting yours. Take cool aerial photographs with it or practice aerial videography. You are only limited by your imagination.

Features

One key return: When the model is flying in deadless mode, press one key return button. The model will fly towards player, press the one key return button again or operate the forward/backward control stick, the model will exit the one key return function.

WIFI Link: App real-time control.

Get it here

6. USB Charger Backpack

Multifunctional Waterproof Laptop Bag USB Charging Travel Bag

The backpack was due for some updates and this delivers accordingly. Superb design, USB charging, multiple compartments and options, it is really a cool bag to have.

Features

• USB external charging interface.
• High-density waterproof material.
• Reasonable storage, 17-inch Laptop.
• 7.9-inch tablet, large capacity main bag.
• 3D ventilation design, thickened honeycomb ventilation back cushion.
• Plugin trolley case, shoulder strap bag, glasses bag.

Get it here.

7. Rechargeable Smart Sweeping Robot

Rechargeable Smart Sweeping Robot

Let's be honest, if we all had a robot to sweep for us, most of us wouldn't bother to. So, why not get yourself a sweeping robot?

See the features it has:

Features

• Terrain Detection System make it have Intelligent Drop Avoidance Induction.
• 65DB low noise mute gives you a quiet environment.
• 1800PA Super Strong Suction It easily absorbs dust, hair, paper, and reduce pollution.
• 10mm Climbing: Its has 10mm climbing function, 15 degrees climbing height.
• 5.Slim Design.
• Comes with USB charger.
• If one is not enough, you can get your own army of them.

Get it here.

8. Digital Drawing Electronic Drawing Board

Digital Drawing Board

Drawing, painting and art generally have become sources of income for people online in recent times and if you are artistically inclined, you really need to check this product out. It can increase your ability to deliver spectacular designs quickly.

Let us look at its features:

Features

• It has 8129 level pressure sensitivity that makes painting more delicate.
• Smart touch, multi-gesture operation.
• Environmental painting, passive pressure pen.
• 10-inch large panel, more free painting.
• Windows and Mac compatible
• USB powered.

Get it here.

9. DIY Tetris Lamp Building Blocks

DIY Tetris Lamp

We are taking you back to the past again with this. Remember that addictive electronic "brick game" we played in the 90s. Well, this lamp is designed based on the the different types of the bricks  (tetrominoes).

You can arrange them in different ways to create different designs and create a nice aesthetic to your home or office. It's a mash-up of art, play and lighting rolled-in one. You should really get this attention-grabbing conversation starter.

Features

• Combination Three-dimensional Puzzle Charging 
• This unique Tetris Constructible Light Lamp is an amazing light with 7 different-colored, 
• interlocking tetromino pieces that can be stacked in any combination, so you can make it look however you want! Once the blue Tetromino is plugged in and illuminated, 
• the other Tetrominos can be added in endless combinations. 
• As soon as each Tetromino comes into contact with one already illuminated, it will light up! Remove it from the rest of the Tetris Light and it immediately turns off. 
• There are countless ways the Tetris Light can be stacked, just put your Tetris gaming skills to the test. 
• The Tetris Light contains seven individual Tetrimino lights and a main adaptor. The neon magic-cube design is sure to bring fun and style to your desktop!
• Seven-piece interlocking light fixture for fans of Tetris, Pieces can be stacked in any combination.
• Every day can change into different shapes.

Get it here. 

10. Infant Wireless Video Baby Radio Babysitter Digital Baby Sleep Monitor

                   Wireless Video Babysitter 

Babies are precious and vulnerable. The average parent or caregiver is usually anxious about their safety when they are not in the same room. This device can help you with such anxiety. For example, if you are in the kitchen or doing laundry and your baby is in another part of the house, you can watch them and be assured of their safety with this simple device.

Definitely worth the investment for your piece of mind.

Let's look at the features

Features

• Compact design and easy to carry.
• Two-way intercom.
• Temperature monitoring.
• Camera built-in music.
• Automatic night vision.
• Digital signal transmission, stable and no interference.
• High contrast 2" color LCD monitor.
• Long battery life (up to 5 hours in voice control mode).
• Multi-language (English, French, Spanish, Italian, German, Russian, Turkish, Portuguese).

Get it here.

Are You Looking to Sell?

If you are interested in selling any of these items and having them delivered for you in any part of the world with $0 start-up cost, please click here to get started. 

Feel free to drop a comment and tell me what you think about these products  

Finding a Suitable Spouse just got Easier for Muslims with the Launch of SoulConnect.Ng

Marriage is an institution that is fundamental to the growth and development of society. In Islam, it is of great importance as it is established as a wedge against many vices and is relied-upon as a foundation for harmony between men and women where natural needs and responsibilities are met.

Allah says in the Qur’an:

"And one of His signs is that He created mates for you from yourselves that you may find rest in them, and He put between you love and compassion; most surely there are signs in this for a people who reflect." (Chapter 30 verse 21).

 It was narrated from Aishah that:

Messenger of Allah ﷺ said: “Marriage is part of my sunnah, and whoever does not follow my sunnah has nothing to do with me. Get married, for I will boast of your great numbers before the nations. Whoever has the means, let him get married, and whoever does not, then he should fast for it will diminish his desire” (Ibn Majah, Book 9, 1846).

It is in line with these goals that a new matchmaking website for Muslims has been launched by a group of Muslims in Nigeria. The website called Soulconnect.Ng aims at linking eligible Muslims with their potential spouses based on their preferences. Each user is allowed to register and update their profile to be listed on the website for free. However, only paying users will have access to additional features based on the service they choose which include: monthly, semi annual and annual options. This allows for flexibility and gives people interested an opportunity to invest more in finding a suitable Muslim spouse.

Soulconnect.Ng is an improvement on the Muslim Singles Matchmaking Service (MSMS) which was started on Nairaland.com by a group of Muslim members on the forum in October, 2014. Close to 7 years after, the team has had time to build on its successes in matchmaking Muslims for marriage and establish this new website to take its service to a larger audience.

According to Co-founder/CEO of the website; Architect Yussuf Babatunde Lawal, also known as “Penmight”:  “SoulConnect Matchmaking Service is connecting Muslims and helping to develop a new generation of young Muslim families. Our testimonials speak for us, join us today and experience great service on SoulConnect.Ng where we do things in compliance with Qur’an and Sunnah”.

For Muslims interested in using this service, all they have to do is visit SoulConnect.Ng, create an account, update their profile and engage with the community. There is the option to have chaperones appointed for you on the website to help you navigate the course towards marriage with a potential spouse. Also, to improve the security on the platform, the website has a dedicated team scanning its database and activities of users to identify and remove scammers, users with fake identities and other nefarious individuals.

This is definitely a positive development as we hope to have more success stories from the website soon.

www.soulconnect.ng

 

 

Apply for the 1st Annual Al-Ansar Graduate School Scholarship Awards for Muslims

Our client, Al-Ansar, a group of young Nigerian Muslim professionals based in North America, is giving out scholarships to qualified indigent Nigerian Muslims for GRE and TOEFL. These tests are essential parts of a successful application to many graduate schools in the United States and to some schools in Canada for Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) courses.

The Support

• Payment of registration fees for selected candidates for GRE or TOEFL

• Payment of application fees to 4 schools.

• Providing access to relevant test preparatory resources.

• Opportunity also exists for coaching and guidance during the entire process of taking test and school selection and application.

Eligibility

• You must be a Nigerian university graduate.

• You must be a Muslim.

• You should possess a minimum of second class upper division.

• You must have a background in STEM.

Application

Interested candidates should apply through the link in comments

Deadline

Application closes 25th January, 2021.

Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be invited for an online test in February 2021.

Sales and Marketing Executive Job Opening in Lagos

 

A company in the building and construction services industry is looking for an organized Sales and Marketing Executive to assist in the advertising and selling of our company's products and to create competitive advantages for our company in the Industrial sector. The Sales and Marketing Executive's responsibilities include generating unique sales plans, creating engaging advertisements, emails, and promotional literature, developing pricing strategies, and meeting marketing and sales human resource objectives. The Sales and Marketing Executive represents the company's brand and drives strategies to increase product awareness by observing the market, competitors, and industry trends.

To be a successful Sales and Marketing Executive, you should have strong interpersonal, leadership, and communication skills. You should also possess an in-depth knowledge and understanding of sales and marketing.

Sales and Marketing Executive Responsibilities:

• Promoting the company's existing brand and introducing new services to the market.
• Analyzing budgets, preparing annual budget plans, scheduling expenditures, and ensuring that the sales team meets their quotas and goals.
• Researching and developing marketing opportunities and plans, understanding consumer requirements, identifying market trends, and suggesting system improvements to achieve the company's marketing goals.
• Gathering, investigating, and summarizing market data and trends to draft reports.
• Implementing new sales plans and advertising.
• Supporting marketing and sales team members to meet sales and marketing human resource objectives.
• Maintaining relationships with important clients by making regular visits, understanding their needs, and anticipating new marketing opportunities.
• Staying current in the industry by attending educational opportunities, conferences, and workshops, reading publications, and maintaining personal and professional networks.

Sales and Marketing Executive Requirements:

• A Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Mathematics, Business Administration, or related field.
• 3-5 years' experience in marketing or sales within the building and construction industry.
• Experience in management will be considered an added advantage.
• Understanding and knowledge of sales and marketing.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and creative thinking skills.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and customer service skills.
• Knowledge of data analysis and report writing.
• The ability to understand and follow company policies and procedures.
• The ability to work under pressure.

How to Apply:

Interested candidates should send their CV and Cover Letter to olawriter@gmail.com with the subject: “Sales and Marketing Manager”. Treat as urgent.

How to Retrieve your NIN and Link it to MTN, Airtel, Glo and 9Mobile Number Online Easily in Nigeria

The Federal Government of Nigeria as part of its efforts to improve security in Nigeria has made it mandatory for all National Identification Numbers (NIN) issued by the National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) to be linked to each person’s mobile phone(s). This is to ensure that each Nigerian can be tracked with the mobile phone line that they use. In recent years, terrorists, kidnappers, bandits, online fraudsters and other criminal elements have been hiding under anonymity and lack of effective enforcement of mobile SIM registration to carry out different crimes.

How to Retrieve Your NIN Number

If you have registered your SIM cards, applied for your Nigerian passport, vehicle number plate or drivers’ license or already have a Bank Verification Number (BVN) in the recent past, there is a high chance that you already have a National Identity Number (NIN). To check and access your NIN, follow these steps:

1.       Dial *346# on your mobile phone.

2.       Press 1 to retrieve your NIN from the USSD menu

3.       Your 11-digit NIN should appear as a USSD message.

4.       Write it down somewhere safe

Note: This service is now free as the Minister of Communications and Digital Economy, Isa Ali Pantami has ordered the NIMC to stop charging N20 for it.

For some people, they might be told, they do not have a NIN. It is better to check with all the mobile phones that you own. I found it available on my Airtel line but not on my MTN. Since, one NIN applies to you regardless of the telecom network you want to link to, it is much better to confirm that you truly do not have it by checking *346# on all your mobile lines.

If truly you do not have it, try visiting any of the NIMC offices closest or convenient for you to get registered.

Now, after identifying your NIN, you need to link it to your mobile phone network to prevent it from being barred. Let us look at how each network does it:

How to Link Your NIN to an MTN Number

1.       Dial *785# using the phone number you wish to link.

2.        Enter your NIN and submit

Alternatively

Dial *785*Your NIN# from the phone number you wish to link. You can also download the MTN App on your mobile phone http://bit.ly/myMTNapp and submit your NIN there.

How to Link Your NIN to an Airtel Number

1.       Dial *121*1#

2.       Submit your 11 digit pin

Alternatively

1. Dial *121#

2. Press 1 for NIN Capture

3. Enter your NIN and submit

 

How to Link Your NIN to a Glo Number

 1.       Get your mobile phone with the Glo SIM

2.       Text:  UpdateNIN NIN FirstName LastName to 109

For example: UPDATENIN 12345678903 Chidera Abdul-Ola

3.       Get confirmation of your submission

How to Link Your NIN to a 9Mobile Number

1.       Dial *200*8#

2.       Follow the prompt and respond accordingly to submit your NIN

Alternatively

Visit http://9mobile.com.ng/nin to register

There you have it folks, let me know what your experience linking all 4 networks has been like by dropping a comment.