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Delivery Times & Processing

Learn about processing times, delivery schedules, and what affects delivery speed

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Updated January 8, 2025

Delivery Time Estimates

Delivery times include order processing, pickup, transit, and final delivery. Times may vary based on location, vendor, and external factors.

Order Processing Time

Before your order ships, it needs to be processed by the vendor and prepared for pickup.

✅ Standard Processing (1-2 business days)

  • • Items in stock at vendor location
  • • Standard business hours processing
  • • No special handling required
  • • Automated fulfillment available

⚠️ Extended Processing (2-5 business days)

  • • Custom or made-to-order items
  • • Items requiring special packaging
  • • Bulk orders or wholesale quantities
  • • Electronics requiring configuration

Processing Timeline Breakdown:

Order confirmation & paymentImmediate
Vendor notification5-15 minutes
Item picking & packing1-4 hours
Ready for pickupSame/next day

Delivery Schedules

Our delivery partners operate on specific schedules to ensure reliable service.

Weekly Delivery Schedule

Regular Delivery Days

  • Monday - Friday: Full delivery service
  • Saturday: Express & same-day only
  • Delivery hours: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
  • Same-day cutoff: 2:00 PM

No Delivery Days

  • Sundays: No regular deliveries
  • Public holidays: Service suspended
  • Emergency exceptions: Available on request
  • Special events: Limited service

Scheduled Delivery Windows

Morning: 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Afternoon: 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Evening: 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM (Lagos/Abuja only)

Factors Affecting Delivery Speed

Several factors can impact how quickly your order arrives.

🐌 Factors That Can Slow Delivery

Location Factors
  • • Remote or rural delivery addresses
  • • Areas with poor road infrastructure
  • • Security-restricted zones
  • • Island or riverine communities
External Factors
  • • Weather conditions (rain, flooding)
  • • Traffic congestion in major cities
  • • Public holidays and weekends
  • • Peak shopping seasons

⚡ Factors That Speed Up Delivery

Order Factors
  • • Items in stock locally
  • • Orders placed before cutoff times
  • • Express or same-day shipping selected
  • • Accurate delivery information provided
Location Factors
  • • Major cities and urban areas
  • • Areas near vendor warehouses
  • • Addresses with clear directions
  • • Commercial/business addresses

Estimated Delivery Times by Zone

Estimated delivery times from order confirmation to delivery completion.

Zone A - Premium Areas

Lagos Island, Victoria Island, Ikoyi, Abuja Center

Same-day: 4-8 hours
Express: 1-2 days
Standard: 2-4 days

Zone B - Urban Areas

Major cities, state capitals, urban centers

Same-day: Not available
Express: 2-3 days
Standard: 3-5 days

Zone C - Regional Areas

Secondary cities, LGAs, suburban regions

Same-day: Not available
Express: 3-5 days
Standard: 4-7 days

Zone D - Remote Areas

Rural areas, remote communities

Same-day: Not available
Express: 5-7 days
Standard: 7-10 days

Delays & Exceptions

Occasionally, factors beyond our control may cause delivery delays.

Common Causes of Delays

  • • Severe weather conditions (heavy rain, flooding)
  • • Traffic accidents or road closures
  • • Public holidays and long weekends
  • • Peak shopping periods (Black Friday, Christmas)
  • • Vendor stock-outs or processing delays
  • • Incomplete or incorrect delivery address

What We Do When Delays Occur

  • • Immediate notification via SMS and email
  • • Updated delivery estimate provided
  • • Real-time tracking status updates
  • • Customer service support available
  • • Compensation offered for significant delays

Delay Compensation Policy

Express Delivery Delays (2+ days late): Full shipping refund

Standard Delivery Delays (5+ days late): 50% shipping refund

Same-Day Delivery Delays: Full shipping refund + ₦1,000 credit

*Applies to delays caused by digiMall or delivery partners, not external factors

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