Monetization Secrets: 5 Proven Ways Nigerians Are Cashing Out from WhatsApp TV in 2026

Simon Zaku
Sep 7
2 min read

Written by Simon Taki Zaku for IbiFoundry LTD, ibifoundry.com.ng

WhatsApp TV is no longer just a side hustle — it has become one of the fastest-growing digital media businesses in Nigeria.

With over 90 million Nigerians using WhatsApp daily, smart creators are building loyal audiences and monetizing them in creative ways.

This guide reveals 5 proven strategies Nigerians are using in 2026 to turn WhatsApp TV into consistent income streams.

1. Sponsored Ads (The Bread & Butter)

Brands, small businesses, and individuals will always pay for exposure.

Once your WhatsApp TV starts pulling 1,000+ daily viewers, advertisers will come knocking.

Charge per post, per week, or per month.
Create a professional rate card showing your prices.
Offer packages (e.g., “5 posts in a week for ₦20,000”).

Top TVs in Nigeria charge ₦50,000–₦150,000 for a single ad campaign.

2. Affiliate Marketing (Earn Without Owning a Product)

You don’t need to sell your own product — just promote others.

With affiliate programs from Jumia, Konga, PiggyVest, betting sites, and digital course creators, you can earn commissions per signup or sale.

Example: Promote a ₦10,000 product with a 10% commission = ₦1,000 per sale.

If 200 people buy in a month, that’s ₦200,000 straight into your account.

3. Premium Groups & Paid Access

This model is exploding in 2026. People will happily pay for exclusive access to content they can’t get elsewhere.

VIP betting groups (₦3,000–₦10,000 per member monthly).
Premium education groups (JAMB, WAEC, IELTS prep).
Exclusive gist & entertainment channels.

Even with 100 paying members at ₦2,000/month, that’s ₦200,000 steady monthly income.

4. Selling Your Own Products & Services

Why promote others only, when you can sell yours?

Your WhatsApp TV audience already trusts you.

Digital products: eBooks, templates, online courses.
Services: Graphics design, crypto coaching, freelancing gigs.
Physical items: Clothes, perfumes, gadgets, imported goods.

Pro Tip: Use WhatsApp Catalog + payment links to make buying seamless.

5. Long-Term Brand Partnerships

Once you scale, big companies will approach you for brand ambassador deals or long-term ad partnerships.

This is where the real money flows.

Example: A fintech company paying ₦500,000 for 3 months of consistent promos.
Example: A betting platform offering you commission + ad fees.

At this stage, you’re not just a WhatsApp TV owner — you’re running a mini media company.

Conclusion

aThe Nigerian digital space is evolving fast, and WhatsApp TV is at the center of it.

Whether you want an extra ₦100k/month or you’re aiming for a full-blown digital empire, these 5 monetization secrets are your roadmap.

Start small. Stay consistent. Monetize smartly.

Your WhatsApp TV could be the next big success story in Nigeria’s digital economy.

Written by Simon Taki Zaku – Founder & CEO, IbiFoundry LLC

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