If you live in PH, you know one income stream is survival mode in 2026. These are 3 side hustles people are using right now to make real money after work or on weekends. No theory — just what’s working. 1. Weekend Event Ushering + Vendor Setup Port Harcourt has events every weekend: weddings, birthdays, church programs. Event planners are always short on hands. You can earn 8k-15k per event just ushering or helping set up chairs, decor, and vendor stands. Tip: Join PH event planner WhatsApp groups and drop your number. Con: Jobs are mostly Fri-Sun, so it eats your weekend. But 2 events a month = 30k extra. 2. Mini Importation for Students Uniport and RSU students buy jewelry, phone accessories, and skincare nonstop. Order small batches from 1688 or local Lagos suppliers for 20k-50k, then resell on WhatsApp status and to hostel mates. Markup is usually 100%. A N500 waist bead sells for N1,500 easy. Con: You need to post consistently and deliver fast. Nobody waits 1 week for an item. 3. Car Wash + Interior Detailing With all the rain and dust in PH, car owners need weekly cleaning. You don’t need a shop. Partner with a filling station or do mobile service at people’s houses on Saturdays. Charge 3k for exterior, 7k for full interior detail. 5 cars every Saturday = 35k for one day’s work. Con: It’s physical work, but the money is instant cash.
