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Vendor Guide - Benue Mart

📚 Vendor Knowledge Base

Everything you need to know to succeed as a Benue Mart vendor in Nigeria

Getting Started

Your first steps as a Benue Mart vendor

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Create Your Store

Complete your store profile with logo, banner, description, and contact information. A complete store gets 3x more orders!

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Brand Your Store

Upload your logo, banner image, and customize your store appearance to stand out in Benue State.

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Get Your Store Link

Each store gets a unique link. Share it everywhere: Facebook, WhatsApp, Instagram, business cards!

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Complete KYC Verification
Submit your business documents for verification. This unlocks unlimited product listings and builds customer trust across Nigeria.
2
Set Up Your Store Profile
Add your store logo, banner, description, pickup address, and WhatsApp number for customer inquiries.
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Add Your First Products
Start listing products with images, prices, and descriptions. Use add-ons and variations to offer more options.
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Set Business Hours
Choose when customers can place orders. Set your open days and hours (Nigerian time) to avoid after-hours orders.
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Share Your Store
Copy your unique store link and share it with family, friends, and customers across Nigeria!

Store Management

Control when and how customers interact with your store

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Store On/Off Toggle

Open or close your store with one click. When closed, customers cannot place orders – perfect for holidays or time off.

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Business Hours

Set your operating days and hours (WAT). Orders are only accepted during your selected schedule.

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Store Link

Your dedicated store URL. Share it anywhere to drive direct traffic to your products.

Pro Tip

Update your business hours for Nigerian holidays and special occasions in advance. This prevents unexpected orders during your time off!

Order Management

Complete control over every order

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Review Incoming Orders
Check order details including products, quantities, delivery address, and customer notes.
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Approve or Reject
Approve valid orders – customer receives confirmation. Reject problematic orders with a reason.
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Prepare for Delivery
Once approved, prepare the order for pickup/delivery. Customer is notified automatically.
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Mark as Ready to Ship
When order is ready, click "Ready to Ship" – customer gets tracking notification.

Best Practice

Approve orders as soon as possible – faster approval leads to higher customer satisfaction and repeat business across Benue State!

Products & Add-ons

Create amazing product listings that sell

Product Types

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Simple Products

Standard products with one price and stock quantity. Perfect for most items like local produce, crafts, and more.

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Variable Products

Products with variations like size, color, or weight. Each variation has its own price and stock.

Product Add-ons

Add-ons are optional extras customers can add to their order:

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Food Add-ons

Extra sauce, toppings, sides, or special packaging for your Nigerian delicacies.

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Service Add-ons

Gift wrapping, priority handling, or special instructions for your customers.

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Extended Warranty

Protection plans for electronics or high-value items sold on Benue Mart.

Pro Tip

Use high-quality product images – listings with multiple photos sell up to 2x faster! Add at least 3-5 gallery images per product.

Delivery & Logistics

How delivery works on Benue Mart

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Delivery Partner: Fele Express

All deliveries are arranged via Fele Express, our trusted delivery partner in Benue State. Customers pay delivery fee directly to the rider upon delivery.

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Customer Places Order
Customer selects delivery address and payment method. Delivery fee is calculated and paid directly to Fele Express if the customer paid online.
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You Approve Order
Review and approve the order. Customer is notified immediately.
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Prepare & Click ready to Ship
Prepare the order. Once you click ready to ship, an order is automatically booked to Fele Express.
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Fele Express Delivery
Fele Express handles the delivery logistics. They'll pick up from your location and deliver to the customer.

Important

Customers pay delivery fees DIRECTLY to the Fele Express rider. Benue Mart never collects delivery fees. Make sure to confirm delivery fee with the rider before dispatch.

Earnings & Wallet

Understand your earnings and withdrawals in Naira

Commission-Free Platform

Benue Mart charges ZERO commission on your sales! You keep 100% of your product earnings minus a small service fee that helps maintain the platform.

How Earnings Work

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When do I get paid?
When a customer places an order and you approve it, earnings are credited to your wallet immediately in Naira (₦).
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How do I withdraw?
Go to Wallet → Withdraw. Enter amount and Nigerian bank details. Withdrawals are processed within 3-5 business days.
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What are the fees?
Only a small service fee (₦500 per order) helps keep the platform free for everyone. No commission on your product prices!
Item Amount Who Keeps It?
Product Price100%You (Vendor)
VAT (7.5%)On taxable itemsBenue Mart (remitted to FIRS)
Service Fee₦500 per orderBenue Mart (platform maintenance)
Delivery FeePaid to riderCustomer pays directly to Fele Express

KYC Verification

Verify your business to unlock full features

Unverified Vendors

Limited to 20 products. Basic features available.

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Verified Vendors

Unlimited products, verified badge, higher customer trust, priority support.

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Submit Documents
Upload business registration (CAC), valid Nigerian ID, and proof of address.
Review Process
Our team reviews your documents within 48 hours.
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Get Verified
Once approved, you'll get a verified badge and unlimited product listings!

Pro Tip

Verified vendors get a special badge on their store and products – Nigerian customers trust verified sellers 3x more!

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions answered for Nigerian vendors

How do I get paid?
Earnings are credited to your wallet in Naira (₦) when you approve an order. You can withdraw to your Nigerian bank account from Wallet → Withdraw.
When will I receive my withdrawal?
Withdrawals are processed within 3-5 business days after request. You'll receive an email confirmation once processed to your Nigerian account.
How does delivery work?
Customers arrange delivery via Fele Express. They pay the delivery fee directly to the rider. You just need to prepare the order for pickup from your location in Benue State.
Can I cancel an order after approving?
Yes, you can cancel any order from the order details page. Customer will be notified automatically via email and SMS.
What if a customer doesn't receive their order?
Contact customer support immediately at shop@benuemart.com or via WhatsApp. We'll help resolve the issue with Fele Express tracking.
How do I get the verified badge?
Complete KYC verification with your Nigerian business documents (CAC registration, valid ID, proof of address). Once approved, the verified badge appears automatically.

Need Help?

We're here for you 24/7

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Email Support

shop@benuemart.com
Response within 24 hours

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WhatsApp

+234 810 440 3723
Mon-Fri, 9am-6pm WAT

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Video Tutorials

Coming soon! Watch step-by-step guides on our YouTube channel.