How it works
Booked, done, paid — the simple way
Whether you are hiring a tasker or earning as one, every job on Handiwa follows the same clear, protected process.
Hiring help in 4 steps
Find the right tasker
Search 17 service categories across Lagos areas. Compare ratings, reviews, verified badges and transparent naira pricing.
Book & pay into escrow
Pick a service and a time that suits you. Your payment is held safely by the platform while the job is in progress.
Tasker gets it done
Your tasker arrives, does the work and marks the job complete. You inspect the result in person.
Approve & release payment
Happy with the job? Tap approve and the tasker gets paid. Not satisfied? Raise it before any money moves.
Earning in 3 steps
Create a tasker profile
Sign up, tell us what you do — plumbing, make-up, CCTV installation — and set your own rates.
Get verified
Complete a quick identity check (KYC) so customers know exactly who is coming to their home.
Start earning
Receive booking requests, agree dates, complete jobs and get paid straight into your bank account.
What is escrow, really?
Escrow means the platform holds your payment after you book, and only releases it to the tasker when you confirm the job is done. The money is never paid out before the work — that is how we keep both sides honest. See the full breakdown on our Trust & Safety page.