Lilian Kelvin Living, Imo (2026)

03/10/2026

People see the business, but they don't always see the foundation behind it. ❤️

There is a part of my life I don't talk about often—my commitment to God.

As business owners, we have so many things we ask God for, but I believe we should also intentionally make room for Him while building the life we pray for.

Saturday church cleaning is one of my little commitments, and I don't take it for granted.

I’m not perfect, but I’m learning to build my business, my family and my life without leaving God behind.

What is that one thing you intentionally do for God, even when you are tired? ❤️

03/10/2026

CAN YOU SELL MEDICINE INSIDE A CONTAINER? PLEASE READ THIS BEFORE YOU START YOUR PATENT MEDICINE BUSINESS.

This question came up under my comment section, and honestly, I think more people need to know the answer.

A container can look exactly like a shop. You can put shelves inside, paint it beautifully, put a signboard in front and arrange your medicines neatly.

But if it is still a container, that does not automatically make it an acceptable pharmaceutical premises.

I remember something that came up during one of our association meetings.

A member wanted to register with the association, so the task force was asked to go and inspect her location. When they got there, they discovered that she was operating from a container.

And that became an issue because the premises did not meet the required standard.

This is why I always tell people who want to enter the patent medicine business:

DON’T JUST LOOK FOR ANYWHERE TO START. FIND OUT THE REQUIREMENTS BEFORE YOU SPEND YOUR MONEY.

According to the PCN guideline on the location, structure and inspection of pharmaceutical premises, pharmaceutical premises should not be located in a kiosk, container or stall. PCN also carries out inspection and licensing of PPMV premises.

So please, don't say:

"Let me manage this container for now. When business grows, I will move."

What if you spend your money stocking the place and later discover that the premises cannot be approved?

That is money, time and effort that could have been saved.

Before you rent, build or set up your medicine shop, ask questions first. Confirm the location and premises requirements with the appropriate regulatory authority.

I am sharing this because I don't want someone who is just starting this business to make an avoidable mistake simply because nobody told them.

Your shop location is part of your business. Don't choose it based on rent alone.

If you are planning to start a patent medicine business, please follow this page. I share the things I have learnt from years in this business so that you can avoid some mistakes I have seen people make.

03/10/2026

AS A PATENT MEDICINE DEALER, DO YOU THINK NAPMED GIVES YOU A LICENCE? 👀 PLEASE READ THIS.

Someone asked me:

“Is NAPMED licence different from PCN licence?”

And I want to clear this up because many people may be using the word “licence” when they actually mean something different.

NAPMED does not issue the PPMV licence.

NAPMED is an association for Patent and Proprietary Medicine Dealers. When you join the association, you can receive a NAPMED membership certificate — a document showing your membership of the association.

The PPMV licence is issued by the Pharmacy Council of Nigeria (PCN). PCN's own registration and licensing department specifically handles the processing and issuance of PPMV licences.

So, please remember this:

NAPMED → Membership Certificate

PCN → PPMV Licence

They are not two different licences.

If someone tells you, “I have my NAPMED licence,” it is important to clarify whether they mean their NAPMED membership certificate or their PCN PPMV licence.

I'm sharing this because when you are entering this business, knowing the correct name of the document you are getting is very important.

Don't just collect a document. Know who issued it, what it is called, and what it is meant for.

If you're planning to become a patent medicine dealer and you have questions about PCN, NAPMED, CAC registration or starting the business, drop your question below. 👇🏽

03/10/2026

YOUR CAC BUSINESS NAME DOESN’T NECESSARILY HAVE TO SAY “MEDICINE” — BUT THERE’S SOMETHING YOU NEED TO UNDERSTAND BEFORE YOU REGISTER YOUR SHOP. 👀

Someone asked me this question under my last post:

“I have a business name, but it doesn’t include selling of medicine. It covers things like provisions, POS and accessories. Can I still use it?”

This is a very important question, especially if you are planning to become a Patent and Proprietary Medicine Vendor.

Your CAC business name and the name requirements for your PPMV premises are not exactly the same thing.

CAC registration allows you to state the general nature of your business, so your registered business can cover different legitimate business activities.

But when it comes to your PPMV premises, you also have to pay attention to the requirements of the Pharmacy Council of Nigeria (PCN).

For example, the current PCN guideline says the business name displayed on the signpost of a PPMV shop must carry the wording “Patent Medicine Shop.”

So please don't just register a name or print a signpost because someone told you, “That's how everybody does it.”

Understand the difference between CAC registration and PCN licensing requirements.

If you are about to start a patent medicine business, these little details can save you from making unnecessary mistakes.

And if you already have a CAC-registered business name, don't panic or rush to change it. Confirm with your state PCN office how that existing name should be used for your PPMV application and shop signage.

I share these things because sometimes the mistake people make is not because they don't want to do the right thing — they simply don't know what to check first.

03/10/2026

AS A PATENT MEDICINE DEALER, PLEASE READ THIS BEFORE YOU START SELLING FROM HOME…

Someone asked me this question, and honestly, it is something every apprentice needs to understand.

If you are still an apprentice working under someone, does tearing your apprenticeship agreement give you the right to buy medicines, keep them in your house and start treating people?

My answer is NO—not simply because you have completed or torn the agreement.

Completing your apprenticeship does not automatically mean you are qualified or licensed to operate a medicine business independently or provide treatment to people.

If you want to leave your madam or boss and start your own business, you need to understand the legal requirements, registration and licensing applicable to you before you begin.

Please don't assume that because you have learned the business for some years, you can just start buying medicines and treating people from your house.

Learn the business, yes. But also learn what the law allows you to do.

If you are planning to start your own patent medicine business after apprenticeship, this is one topic you should not ignore.

02/10/2026

Big shout out to my new rising fans! Emanuella Johnny, Moses Sunday, Masculine, Harbigail Omotoyosi, God'swill Arato, Nwamumy Igbokwe, Glory Gold, Uzozie Edozie

02/10/2026

Happy new month fam

02/10/2026

AS A PATENT MEDICINE DEALER, PLEASE BE CAREFUL WHEN YOU ALLOW YOUR WORKER TO FIX PRICES ON YOUR OWN.

I saw this comment under my post:

“If my madam said I should sell something for ₦1,000, if I can sell it for ₦1,500 or ₦2,000, I will collect my gain. I don't think that's stealing.”

There is actually a lesson here that every apprentice and worker in a patent medicine shop needs to understand.

You may look at it and say, “I sold it higher, so I made extra profit. What is the problem?”

But have you stopped to think about the effect it has on your madam's business?

For example, your madam has checked the market price and decided that she will sell a particular medicine for ₦1,000. She has already calculated the cost of the product and the profit she wants to make.

Now you take that same medicine and sell it to customers for ₦1,500 or ₦2,000 because you want to keep the difference.

Meanwhile, another patent medicine shop down the street is selling the same medicine for ₦1,000.

What happens?

The customer may start saying:

“This shop is too expensive.”

And the next time they need that medicine, they may go somewhere else.

So even if you don't see the extra money you collected as stealing, you may be causing damage to the business you were employed to help build.

And there is another problem: when customers discover that different workers are giving different prices, it can make the business look unorganized and can affect the trust customers have in the shop.

Your madam's price is not something you should change because you feel you can make more money from the customer.

If she gives you permission to add your own profit, that's a different arrangement.

But if she says, “Sell this one for ₦1,000,” sell it for ₦1,000.

If you believe the price is too low or that there is an opportunity to make more, tell your madam. Don't make that decision behind her.

Because working in somebody's business is not only about making sales.

You are also helping to protect the business, the customers and the trust your employer has placed in you.

This is one reason I always tell business owners: train your workers properly and make your pricing system clear.

And to every apprentice and worker reading this: don't let a little extra money today make you lose the trust of your madam tomorrow.

02/10/2026

I ALMOST GAVE UP ON THIS JOURNEY… THEN EVERYTHING STARTED CHANGING. PLEASE WATCH THIS VIDEO. ❤️

Yesterday, I celebrated 6.6K followers and my first $7 for the month of October.

Today, I’m celebrating 11K+ followers and $84+. 🥹❤️

And honestly, these numbers are more than numbers to me.

They are a reminder of how far I have come.

There were days I struggled to get views.
There were days I questioned myself.
There were days when creating content felt like a waste of my time.
And there was a point where I genuinely felt like giving up.

But I kept showing up.

In this video, I shared my story — how I started, what I struggled with, what almost made me quit, what I learned along the way, and what I believe every new content creator needs to understand before giving up.

I also used this opportunity to appreciate the people who have made this journey easier for me. ❤️

To everyone who has watched my videos, commented, shared, followed me, encouraged me, answered my questions, supported my content, and stayed with me through the different stages of this journey…

THANK YOU. ❤️

Yesterday: 6.6K followers + $7
Today: 11K+ followers + $84+

Tomorrow, I leave everything in God's hands. 🙏

If you are a new content creator and you feel like nobody is seeing your effort yet, please watch this video to the end.

My story may remind you that sometimes, the season where you feel like giving up may be closer to a breakthrough than you realize.

Thank you for being part of Lilian Kelvin Living. ❤️

02/10/2026

“I did Auxiliary Nursing. Can I open a chemist of my own with it?”

This is a question I know many people are asking quietly, so PLEASE READ THIS before you spend your money. 👇

Doing Auxiliary Nursing does not automatically make you a Patent and Proprietary Medicine Vendor (PPMV).

Nursing training and PPMV licensing are two different things.

And let me also clear up another misunderstanding: wanting to open a patent medicine shop does not mean you must first become a pharmacist. There is a separate licensing process for PPMVs under the Pharmacy Council of Nigeria.

So if you have done Auxiliary Nursing and you are thinking:

“Since I already have a health-related certificate, let me just rent a shop and start selling medicine.”

🚫 Please don't do that.

First, find out whether you are eligible for the PPMV licence and what the current requirements are in your state.

The PCN has a specific procedure for PPMV licensing, including educational qualification and other required documents.

Don't confuse having a health-related certificate with having the legal licence to operate a medicine shop.

If you want to enter this business, enter it correctly from the beginning. It can save you money, stress and problems later.

And if you have been asking yourself this same question, you are not the only one. ❤️

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