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Infographic for Pikkam contrasting a professional photo of a Canon camera with an ineffective, blurry online listing photo. Text emphasizes, "Your Listing Might Just Need Work." and "Better listing. Better chance of selling.

💡 How-To Guides·Sep 23, 2026

Your Used Item Isn't Unsellable. Your Listing Might Just Need Work.

Not getting buyers for your used items? The problem may not be the item itself. Learn how to create better listings with clear photos, accurate descriptions, honest condition details, the right price, and the information buyers need to feel confident enough to buy.

Pikkam blog header graphic comparing trust factors on social media versus e-commerce.

Articles·Sep 16, 2026

Why Do We Trust a Stranger Selling on Instagram More Than a Stranger on a Marketplace?

Why do we sometimes trust a stranger selling on Instagram more than a stranger on an online marketplace? It may have less to do with the platform and more to do with the signals that make a stranger feel familiar, credible, and safe enough to trust.

A visual comparison showing how Pikkam works differently from the usual way of selling online.

Articles·Sep 10, 2026

4 Things Pikkam Does That a Regular “For Sale” Post Can’t

Pikkam is more than a place to post “For Sale.” From tracking your stock and creating listings faster to discovering items around you, here are four features that make buying and selling easier.

Articles·Sep 4, 2026

Ever Wondered Why We’re Called Pikkam?

Ever wondered why we’re called Pikkam? The name comes from the Nigerian Pidgin phrase “pick am” and behind it is a simple belief: every quality item deserves a second chance. Discover how Pikkam is turning “no longer needed” into “exactly what someone’s looking for,” one pick at a time.

💡 How-To Guides·Sep 4, 2026

How to Buy Used Items Online Without Regretting It Later

Learn how to buy used items online without ending up with a purchase you regret. From checking the condition and asking the right questions to comparing prices and verifying items before paying, these simple tips can help you shop smarter and safer.

💡 How-To Guides·Sep 1, 2026

How to Shop for What You Need Without Going to the Market

Furnish your new place, find great deals, and shop pre-loved items, all from your phone. No long market trips. No unnecessary bus fares. Just Pikkam. 💚

💡 How-To Guides·Aug 31, 2026

How to Know if a Used Item Is Actually Worth Buying

Not every cheap used item is a good deal. Learn what to check before buying used phones, furniture, appliances, and cars, from condition and functionality to repair history, documents, and long-term value.

Guide to buying and selling fairly used Tokunbo items in Nigeria, including cars, electronics, and household goods.

💡 How-To Guides·Aug 28, 2026

The Smart Shopper’s Guide to Selling and Buying Fairly Used (Tokunbo) Items in Nigeria

Discover how to buy and sell fairly used (Tokunbo) items in Nigeria. Learn smart shopping tips, avoid scams, negotiate better prices, and find serious buyers with Pikkam.

Box of unused items ready to sell 1,000 ways to save money in Nigeria

💡 How-To Guides·Aug 21, 2026

There Are 1,000 Ways to Save Money in Nigeria. Here's One You Probably Haven't Tried.

The money-saving tip most people skip: turning what you already own into cash, and finding what you need for less. Here’s how