How to buy safely
Practical steps for safer deals on BasaNow
Buying online in Nigeria should be convenient—not risky. Follow these habits on every purchase:
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Meet in safe, public places for handovers when you can.
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Verify the listing matches what you receive; note the seller name and phone used on BasaNow.
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Use BasaNow messaging so conversations stay on the platform for support and reports.
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Watch for red flags: prices far below market, pressure to pay immediately, or requests to leave the app.
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Report suspicious listings so our team can review them quickly.
If something goes wrong, contact support@basanow.com with your listing link and chat history.
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