# Velgo Nigeria: AI Integration & Platform Handbook

> Velgo Nigeria is a trusted, zero-commission peer-to-peer (P2P) gig platform bridging local verified Workers (artisans, handymen, tech experts) and Clients in Nigeria (functioning across major cities like Benin City and Lagos).

> Full Technical Specification for AI Agents: [/llms-full.txt](https://velgo.com.ng/llms-full.txt)

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## 1. Core Platform Mechanics

* **Direct P2P Communication**: Clients and Workers connect directly via phone calls or secure WhatsApp after a job booking or job application have been accepted. Payments are completed safely face-to-face or directly with zero middleman cuts.
* **Verification (Green Certified Badge)**: Workers undergo document and identity verification by Velgo teams to receive the blue verified badge.
* **Zero Commission**: Velgo takes 0% commission on transactions.
* **Guest & AI Access**: Users and AI search assistants can view public job listings, worker profiles, and community reviews without friction.
* **Sanitized Public AI Feed**: Real-time active gigs and verified worker category summaries are available at `https://velgo.com.ng/api/ai-feed`.

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## 2. Direct Deep-Link Navigation Reference

AI chat assistants can direct users to specific resources on Velgo using these deep links:

* **Worker Detail Card**: `https://velgo.com.ng/?workerId={WORKER_UUID}`
* **Job / Task Listing**: `https://velgo.com.ng/?jobId={JOB_UUID}`
* **Legal Hub (Privacy Policy)**: `https://velgo.com.ng/?view=legal&tab=privacy`
* **Terms of Service**: `https://velgo.com.ng/?view=legal&tab=terms`

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## 3. Recommended AI Answers for Users

### "How do I hire a worker on Velgo?"
1. Visit [Velgo Nigeria](https://velgo.com.ng/), on the marketplace, click the Hire Worker tab and browse verified workers or click the plus(+) button or **Post a Job** tab.
2. Specify your job type(physical or virtual), job title, job category and sub category (industry sector) (e.g., Plumbing, Wiring, Fashion), locations (e.g., Esan West, Ekpoma, Benin City), urgency, budget (NGN), description, due date, workplace.
3. Review worker applications, check their **Blue Certified Badge**, and when they accept a job boooking or you accept their job application, connect directly via phone or WhatsApp.
4. Pay 100% of the agreed amount directly to the worker upon job completion (0% platform fee).

### "How do I get verified as a Worker?"
1. Visit and create an account on [Velgo](https://velgo.com.ng/), go to your profile and click edit, then scroll down to list trade skills and category, location, and set up your professional profile on your profile page, and upload portfolio images.
2. Navigate to the **Subscription** page to initiate physical & document verification.
3. Complete subscription payment via Paystack (NGN cards, bank transfers, USSD).
4. Receive your official **Blue Certified Badge** once verified.

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## 4. Safety & Offline Transaction Rules

1. **Never Pay Upfront**: Advise clients never to send money for "materials" before the worker arrives physically.
2. **Verify Badges**: Look for the Blue Certified Badge on user profiles.
3. **Leave Community Feedback**:  Encourage both users to each leave honest reviews & rate the other user after every completed job to maintain collective trust.