Anyone here done a market survey on candles ? Possibly include cost of materials. I've got a line up of investments I want to choose from.

I've not done any such survey, but I can't remember the last time I used a candle.
People use portable rechargeable lamps now. They can be as cheap as 400 naira, and don't burn out.

Seun:

I've not done any such survey, but I can't remember the last time I used a candle.
People use portable rechargeable lamps now. They can be as cheap as 400 naira, and don't burn out.

People still use candles and will continue to,whether there is generator or rechargeable lamps.How many people can truely afford a lamp of N400 ? you may afford it but look around u and count others.

The candle business is a good idea,i will help make the search and post it as soon as i can.

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Well, you're right to an extent. Some people may have 4 children but they "can't afford" a 400 naira rechargeable lamp that will save them money on the long run? What they need is common-sense education, not candles!

@ SEUN

The Psyche of the average Nigerian dictates that ones there's a power failure, they should get a candle, You may also wish to recollect that there has been instances when PHCN would not distribute power for days by which time your rechargeable lamps would have become temporarily useless.
So, in my opinion it's a very lucrative business with lots of potential. Tellmemore, you're on the right path, keep your head up!

Market research proves candle making as one of the cost effective business to start with. Even if you just sold locally, you can make a nice income -- especially if you have unique versions of candles that people can't find in stores.