A Gig is a job or task posted by a client (individual or organization) looking to hire a Nigerian freelancer. It includes the description of the work, budget, and timeline. Freelancers can browse Gigs and apply if they are a good fit.

A Gig is a work opportunity posted by a client. A Service (also called a Project) is a ready-made offer created by a freelancer, showcasing what they can do (e.g., “I will design a logo for ₦10,000”). Clients can browse these Services and hire freelancers directly.

Once you complete a Gig or deliver your Service and the client approves the work, payment will be released to your NiYA Wallet. You can then withdraw your funds directly to your local bank account.

Yes! You can be a client (post Gigs and hire freelancers) and also a freelancer (offer Services or apply for Gigs). Just switch your role easily from your dashboard.

Yes. NiYA Gigs is part of the broader NiYA Ecosystem, an initiative powered by the Federal Ministry of Youth Development to empower Nigerian youths with real work opportunities and income streams.

Yes, NiYA Gigs is designed to empower Nigerian freelancers and help them earn through local and global work opportunities. Clients, however, can come from anywhere in the world.

Absolutely. Clients on NiYA Gigs can come from anywhere in the world — Nigeria, Africa, or globally. Whether they're individuals, startups, or large organizations, they can post Gigs, hire Nigerian freelancers, and make payments securely through the platform.

At NiYA Gigs, we take client protection seriously. Here’s how we safeguard your experience: ✅ Escrow System: Payments are held securely until the freelancer delivers the work and you approve it. If the work isn’t delivered as agreed, you can request a refund. ✅ Dispute Resolution: Our support team is available to step in and mediate fairly if there’s a disagreement between you and the freelancer. ✅ Verified Talent: We encourage strong profiles, verified IDs, and quality ratings to help you choose trusted freelancers. ✅ Ratings & Reviews: You can check reviews from other clients before hiring, and leave your own feedback after every project.

Freelancer safety and fairness are at the heart of NiYA Gigs. Here’s how we protect you: ✅ Clients fund the project before work begins. The money is held safely in escrow and only released when the work is approved - so you know the client is serious. ✅ If a client is being unfair or refuses to pay without reason, our dispute resolution team will step in to ensure you’re treated fairly. ✅ Clear Work Agreements: Every Gig or Service includes agreed terms, timelines, and expectations to reduce confusion and protect your time.