Put the AUTHORISED RETAILER sign in your window
Shops that join get a permanent retailer number, a scannable QR sign customers can verify, a storefront on theauction.ng and a place in the Find-a-store map.
Why join
What you get
Official retailer identity
A permanent TA-R retailer number and the ✔ Verified badge on everything you sell.
Window sign & QR
A printable AUTHORISED RETAILER sign — customers scan the QR to confirm you are genuine.
Found by local buyers
Your shop is listed in the Find-a-store map, so nearby customers can walk in and browse.
Sell your way
Run auctions or Buy Now listings — payments are handled securely on the platform.
Getting started
How it works
Register as a trader
Create your free trader account with your shop name. It takes a couple of minutes.
Complete verification
Submit your government ID, proof of address, bank payout account, a guarantor and a shop photo.
Get approved
Usually within 1 business day — you receive your retailer number and printable sign.
Open for business
Appear in Find a store, list your stock, and customers pay on the site.
Come prepared
What you'll need for verification
- Government-issued ID (NIN slip, driver’s licence, voter’s card or international passport)
- Proof of address from the last 3 months (utility bill, bank statement or tenancy receipt)
- Bank account matching your name or business name — this is where payouts go
- Guarantor’s name and phone number
- A photo of your shop or stall
- CAC certificate — only if you are a registered business
Good to know
Common questions
Does it cost anything?
No — joining is free. You only pay selling fees when something sells; see fees & pricing for details.
Can customers pay me cash in the shop?
No — every purchase is paid on theauction.ng, which is exactly what the window sign promises customers. That protection is what makes the sign worth trusting.
How do customers know I’m genuine?
They scan the QR on your window sign, or enter your retailer number at theauction.ng/verify, and see your official storefront instantly.
Ready to make it official?
Join the official stores customers trust — free to join, approved in about a day.