Online Stores in Nigeria to Buy on the Web

Here is a list of leading online stores in Nigeria. At these online stores you can order products with your credit/ATM/debit cards and they will deliver it to you in 1 to 5 days.
Some also allow electronic fund transfer via Internet Banking as well as bank deposits. Some online stores in Nigeria also offer payment on delivery where you pay cash or electronically when the product is delivered.

Konga Online Store

• Type: A General Online Store
• Alexa Ranking: 17 (03/09/2014)
• Payment Methods: Debit/Credit Cards (Naira Visa & MasterCard, InterSwitch Verve), Payment on Delivery (Cash, debit/credit card & POS), Konga Wallet, Bank deposit & Internet Banking
• Main Categories: Groceries, Phones, Baby, Beauty & Personal Care, Office & Schools, Home Appliance, Cleaning
• Average Delivery Time: 1 - 5 days
• Maximum Delivery Time: 7 days
• Security: 256-bit encryption
• Footprint: Nationwide Delivery
• Free Shipping: No (N500 Lagos, N1,500 outside Lagos)
• Shipping Partners: DHL, UPS, CourierPlus
• Warranty: Yes
• Optimised for Mobile: Yes
• Return Policy: Yes
• Pros: Mobile Site, Carries Food items, Low cost delivery
• Cons: No free shipping
• Contact: 01-460-5555
• Online Store Link: www.konga.com

Jumia Online Store

• Type: A General Online Store
• Alexa Ranking: 22 (03/09/2014)
• Payment Methods: Debit/Credit Cards (Visa, MasterCard, Interswitch, Verve), Payment on Delivery, Bank deposit & Internet Banking (GTBank, Access Bank, Zenith Bank), Paga
• Top Brands: BlackBerry, Nokia, HP, Samsung, Acer, Dell, Sony, LG
• Main Categories: Fashion, Mobile Phones, Computing, Electronics, Camera Photo & Video, Games & Consoles, Home Appliances, Beauty Products, Fragrances, Watches, Baby Toy & Kids, Books, Events & Tickets, Wine
• Average Delivery Time: 1 - 5 Business Days
• Maximum Delivery Time: 8 Business Days
• Security: Comodo Secured
• Footprint: Delivery Nationwide
• Free Shipping: No (small delivery charge)
• Shipping Partners: DHL
• Warranty: Yes
• Optimised for Mobile: Yes
• Return Policy: Yes
• Pros: Extensive Product Line, Competitive Prices, Top Brands, Warranties
• Cons: No Free Shipping, lacks a Mobile site, payment on delivery available in only a few locations
• Contact: 01-460-4400
• Online Store Link: www.jumia.com.ng

Kaymu Online Store

• Type: An Online Marketplace
• Alexa Ranking: 75 (03/09/2014)
• Payment Methods: Payment on Delivery, Bank deposit & Internet Banking (GTBank)
• Top Brands: BlackBerry, Nokia, Samsung
• Main Categories: Fashion, Mobile Phones & Tablets, Computers, Jewelry & Watches, Vehicles, Books, Games & Consoles, Home Appliances, Beauty Products
• Average Delivery Time: 2 - 4 Business Days
• Maximum Delivery Time: -
• Security: -
• Footprint: Delivery Nationwide
• Free Shipping: No (depends on weight and negotiation with seller)
• Shipping Partners: -
• Warranty: Yes
• Optimised for Mobile: Yes
• Return Policy: Yes
• Pros: Multiple Sellers
• Cons: No Free Shipping, do not accept debit/ATM cards
• Contact: 07007006000
• Online Store Link: www.kaymu.com.ng

RegalBuyer Online Store

• Type: An Online Store for Mobile Phones, Electronics, & Computers
• Alexa Ranking: 344 (03/09/2014)
• Payment Methods: Debit/Credit Cards (Visa, Verve, MasterCard)
• Top Brands: Nokia, BlackBerry, Nikon, Samsung, HP, etc
• Average Delivery Time: Same-day delivery (Lagos)
• Maximum Delivery Time: 5 days
• Security: -
• Footprint: Nationwide
• Free Shipping: Yes (Lagos & Kaduna), N2,000 flat fee for other destinations
• Shipping Partners: Fedex
• Warranty: Yes
• Optimised for Mobile: -
• Return Policy: Yes
• Pros: Top Brands, Free Shipping
• Cons: Limited Product line
• Contact: 08055260250
• Online Store Link: regalbuyer.com

Gloo Online Supermarket

• Type: An Online Store for Foodstuffs, Groceries, Books, Office & Household Supplies
• Alexa Ranking: 434 (03/09/2014)
• Payment Methods: Payment on Delivery, Debit cards (MasterCard, Verve, Interswitch), Bank deposit & Internet Banking
• Categories: Food & Drinks, Home Appliances, Pharmacy, Beauty & Personal Care, Office Supplies, Books
• Average Delivery Time: Same-day Delivery
• Maximum Delivery Time: 2 Business Days
• Footprint: Limited Locations in Lagos
• Free Shipping: Yes (for orders of 8,000 Naira or higher)
• Shipping Partners: Not Specified
• Optimised for Mobile: -
• Return Policy: Yes
• Pros: Free Shipping, Cash on Delivery
• Cons: Services only limited locations in Lagos
• Contact: -
• Online Store Link: gloo.ng

Taafoo Online Store

• Type: An Online Fashion Store
• Alexa Ranking: 499 (02/09/2014)
• Payment Methods: Debit/Credit Cards (Verve & MasterCard), Bank Deposit (Zenith, FirstBank, GTBank)
• Main Categories: Men Fashion, Women Fashion, Baby & Kids, Bags & Handbags, Jewelry, Accessories, Beauty & Perfumes, Eyewear, Gifts & Gadgets
• Average Delivery Time: 1 - 5 days
• Maximum Delivery Time: Not Specified
• Security: Comodo Secured, Veriseal
• Footprint: Nationwide
• Free Shipping: Not Clear
• Shipping Partners: Yes
• Warranty: Not Specified
• Optimised for Mobile: Yes*
• Return Policy: Yes
• Pros: Top Brands, Men & Women Fashion
• Cons: No Free Shipping, Mobile site not smart,
• Contact: 07038126008
• Online Store Link: www.taafoo.com

Note that this list follows a conservative definition of online stores. Only online stores that sell their products directly are included. Stores that sell for other stores like online shopping malls or marketplaces where people sell their products online are not included.

Similarly deals sites, classified ads sites and similar sites do not qualify as online stores in our definition.

There are many online stores in Nigeria. Some like Jumia and Konga sell assorted products, while others focus on certain types of products like Taafoo, an online fashion store.

Before buying any product from an online store in Nigeria, make sure you read the return policy to understand the process involved. In addition read the FAQ page and any guide on the website to make sure you understand how the online store works.