We take all the necessary precautions to ensure that our platform is a
safe place for car sellers and buyers to transact. However, since we
are not involved in the actual transactions, we offer these key tips
to stay safe.
To help us constantly improve your safety and experience, please
report any suspicious posts and interactions to us via our email
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Please note that ileoja.ng does NOT take any liability of your
transactions. That is, Transactions are between users only, we do not
provide any guarantees.
SAFETY TIPS
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Please meet in an open location: Ensure you meet in an open location
when making any transaction. Secluded places are highly risky and
not advisable and do not invite strangers to your home.
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Inspect products thoroughly before payment: Be especially careful
buying/selling high value items. It's advisable you inspect your
goods and make sure you are completely happy with the item before
making payment. Ensure you Involve third parties in the transaction
when needed
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There should be no sharing of personal details such as bank account
number, ATM Card Details, Copy of your ID, etc
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Keep copies of all correspondence (emails, ads, letters, etc.) and
details of the person.
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If a deal seems too good to be true, there is every chance that this
is the case. Refrain
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Tell a friend or family member where you’re going and always take
your cell phone along. However, consider having a friend accompany
you
- Do not carry large amount of money
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Try and take someone along with you to ensure that you have
thoroughly check the product(s) and confirm all necessary
document(s) before purchase and for your own safety
How to sell safely?
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Ensure you collect the full payment when delivering your goods, and
also remember to meet in an open place for your transactions
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Make sure to deliver the exact product you listed in your ad to
avoid misunderstanding and bad ratings as this may affect your sales
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If you are paid in cash, thoroughly check for fake currency, no bank
will accept such and you will be held responsible.
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Confirm the buyer’s details and preadventure bulk sales are
involved. Ask the buyer to provide a photo ID and proof of address
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Only share the financial information required for payment and not
more to avoid being duped
How to buy safely?
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Meet the seller at an open place and thoroughly inspect the item
before purchasing it. This also goes for house rentals, job seekers
and people offering services so as to avoid getting scammed
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Beware of unrealistic offers, goods that seem too cheap or job
offers that appear too good to be true. These types of offers allow
buyers to make hasty decisions that can later cause regret
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Persistently inquire from the seller the precise condition, price,
payment and delivery method of the item you would like to purchase
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Ensure you use the payment methods that you are familiar with and do
not disclose your financial information
- It is advised that you buy items directly from the seller
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To avoid any form of misunderstanding, it is best to collect the
item and pay cash than to transfer payment or use debit card when
the seller is not directly involved
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It is also advised that you test before purchasing when goods like
electronics, automobiles etc. are involved, verify chassis/engine
number and involve a third party to be a witness in case of theft or
untimely damage and for identification purposes
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Be sure to research and compare various prices for the item you are
interested in
For Phone:
If you are buying a mobile phone, check thoroughly for any damage on
the physical appearance, the touch pad and calibration, screen,
battery, charging and earpiece port
Research and know the price of the particular brand you are buying and
compare with the price given by the seller and negotiate if need be.
Also, if the phone is too cheap, check if it's not stolen (ALWAYS
CONFIRM THIS BY TELLING SELLER TO SHOW YOU THE PROOF OWNERSHIP AND GET
A COPY WHEN NEEDED), fake or has internal damage.
If any accessories are added, check if they are working well and if
they are not added, find out the price and negotiate with the seller.
Beware of refurbished phones, carefully check and inspect. Ask for
necessary documents and phone warranty
Switch the phone on to ensure its working and test with your sim card,
memory card and the likes to ensure it is working well
Sellers should ensure that all personal data are removed before
selling out
For Jobs:
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Ensure you conduct a background check on the company before going
for an interview by verifying it’s website and location
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Do not make any upfront payment for a job application or go for
interviews in secluded or unfamiliar places
For Cars:
If you are buying a Car, Conduct important checks to ensure that the
car is in good condition:
Inspect for dents, breakage and scratches.
Search thoroughly to find any signs of previous accidents.
Question for any difference in the shade of color on different body
parts.
Examine the bonnet & boot to ensure things are intact such as tool
kits etc.
Check the interior of the vehicle to test steering wheel, pedals, car
seat and likes.
If you don’t know much about cars, multi-point checks, technical
inspection and safety check should be performed by experts.
Request to test-drive the car to test the tyres, brakes, shock
absorbers, engine etc. Ensure that this is done with permission from
the seller also involve an expert/third party for proper guidance and
this should be done in day time.
Car’s history:
Check car history to be sure it is not stolen or used as a collateral.
Have the copies of car’s registration and other documents verified.
You can verify your documents with little or no hassle by Government
initiated services.
SMS and website services has been developed by the Road Transport
Ministry as means by which details of cars and drivers can be checked.
Documentation:
Make sure that all protocols are duly observed and followed before
buying the car. Have the Registration Certificate (RC) transferred
into your name, be on the lookout for PUC (Pollution under control
certificate), Prior servicing papers, Insurance papers, and NOC (No
Objection Certificate). p
Tips on Important documents to check before buying a Nigerian used
car: It is necessary to ask for these documents before buying a
Nigerian used car before you get duped by 419. There are 10 must-have
documents:
- Fully stamped Custom documents.
- Original transfer of ownership documents.
- Computerized Motor Registration.
- Original Insurance papers.
- Original driver’s license.
- Original road worthiness certificate.
- The plate number allocation.
- Purchasing documents.
- VIN, such as engine number, chassis number etc.
- Tint permit, when applicable.
If you suspect scam or criminality, please report to the Nigerian
Police Force