10 Lucrative Skills You Should Have in Nigeria in 2020

There was a time when information was passed from generations to generations through just words of the mouth, imagine the amount of information that would have been lost or forgotten through that process. Later on, information was graven on stones and rocks, this also wasn't so effective due to various environmental factors that led to the loss of information and important data.

The method of passing information evolved as man knowledge and inventions evolved and now there is telecommunications and the internet.

Imagine those times when letters were the real deal, a postman role was probably very lucrative then, but it certainly isn't now.

The point is that the world is constantly changing to suit and meet its numerous needs. More relevant skills for the age are replacing outdated ones and hence, you need to be able to predict the changes ongoing in the modern digital world.

There are some skills that we predict would still be very much lucrative and relevant in the next few decades in the world and we would be highlighting some now.

 

Fashion Designing

Everybody wants to look good and feel good. Looking good through dressing can be very positive confidence and self-esteem booster. As a fashion designer, you get to be creative with clothing styles and design masterpieces that the world would love and appreciate.

Learning how to be a fashion designing does not require much technical knowledge, you only need to be creative and willing to learn and grow in your field.

Photography

Who doesn't love to capture special memories in a photograph? Photography is a very lucrative skill in most parts of Nigeria. One thing I'll recommend is that you should some photo editing and manipulation skills if you want to pick a career in Photography in Nigeria.

Graphic Design

With most companies and small businesses trying to establish their brands online, a graphic designer surely comes in handy for projects like logo design and brand awareness. As a graphic designer, you can decide to work as a freelancer or a full-time designer at a company. You can easily learn the art of graphic design from online learning platforms

Copy Writing

Copywriting is the manner or act of adding words to a product or service with an intent to drive sales or establish awareness. Copywriters are generally persuasive and have mastered the art of influencing others decision. As a copywriter, you can work as a freelancer for business owners to help them drive sales through content, social media or email marketing

Marketing

Every organisation needs a Marketer to help put them ahead of the competition in their various niche. Marketing has evolved into modern concepts such as digital marketing, content marketing and copywriting. You do not need to have a bachelor's degree in Marketing before you can become a digital marketer, take relevant skills on online learning platforms and you are on your way to become a modern digital marketer.

Web Designing

Every small business is trying to establish its authority online, web designing and development is a highly lucrative skill in this modern era. As a web designer, you can choose to work in an organisation or as a freelance that helps business design and manage their website.

Cooking

Yes! Cooking is also a profitable skill if leveraged on rightly. You can start your own cooking blog or video channels to show people new ways to make their favourite meals and delicacies.

Driving

With lots of people looking for ways to ease their mode and cost of transportation in Nigeria, driving can be a very lucrative skill. Some transportation companies in Nigeria are in constant need of able drivers and dispatch riders to aid their logistics. Learning to drive doesn't take so much time and you can work as a driver for your side hustle

Data Analytics

Data analytics is the science of analyzing raw data in order to make conclusions about that information. Data analysts are needed in virtually every sector in Nigeria. As a data analyst, you can also decide to work as a freelancer or under a reputable organisation.

 

App Development

Businesses are trying to understand their customers much better through mobile applications on their phones. You can earn a lot with good skills in Application Development., you would just need to be committed and highly devoted to the learning process.