Post by King Solomon 💲✅👑 (@akundo_selumun)

*"Lekeleke creator"* 👀 #lekeleeke

Here are the *key things to know as a creator in 2026*, especially if you’re building in Nigeria:

### *1. Platform Basics*
- *Pick 1-2 platforms to start*: TikTok, Instagram Reels, YouTube Shorts, and Threads are blowing up right now
- *Algorithm loves consistency*: Post 3-4x per week minimum. "Lekeleke" — small but steady wins
- *Hook in 2 seconds*: First line/visual decides if people stay

### *2. Money & Growth in Nigeria*
- *Monetization options*:
- Brand deals - ₦50k to ₦2M+ depending on niche + engagement
- TikTok Creator Fund / IG bonuses
- YouTube AdSense once you hit 1k subs + 4k watch hours
- Sell your own stuff: digital products, merch, services
- *Niche matters*: Comedy, skits, finance, fashion, food, "day in my life", tech, and Hausa/English/Yoruba bilingual content are doing well
- *Brands care about*: Engagement rate > follower count. 5k loyal followers > 100k ghost followers

### *3. Legal & Practical Stuff*
- *BVN/Account*: You’ll need it to receive brand payments. Open a business account when you start making money
- *Content rights*: Don’t use copyrighted music for brand deals. Use TikTok/IG sound library
- *Tax*: If you’re earning >₦25M/year, FIRS will expect you to register. Most creators start with personal account first

### *4. Creator Habits That Work*
1. *Batch content*: Film 5-10 videos in one day "lekeleke" style
2. *Reply to comments*: That’s how you build community
3. *Collaborate*: Duet, stitch, feature other creators in your niche
4. *Track what works*: Check analytics every Sunday. Double down on what got views/saves

### *5. Avoid these mistakes*
- Chasing every trend and losing your voice
- Posting and ghosting — engagement matters
- Buying followers. Brands check for fake engagement
- Not having a content pillar. People should know what you’re known for

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