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Call for Applications: SMEs Conditional Grant Scheme Now Open to Empower Local Entrepreneurs and Community Builders

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Call for Applications: SMEs Conditional Grant Scheme Now Open to Empower Local Entrepreneurs and Community Builders Date: July 4, 2025 Location:  36 State including FCT, Abuja Issued by Ogbemudia Rural Care Foundation. The  Ogbemudia Rural Care Foundation  is pleased to announce the official opening of the SMEs Conditional Grant Scheme (SCGS) , a targeted funding opportunity designed to empower small business owners, women entrepreneurs, artisans, youth-led enterprises, and community-based organizations across Nigeria. This initiative aligns with  Ogbemudia's  commitment to inclusive economic growth, sustainable community development , and grassroots empowerment through direct financial support, training, and business development services. About the Conditional Grant The   Ogbemudia  Rural Care Grant is   a non-repayable financial support awarded to qualified applicants who meet the outlined criteria and agree to certain developmen...
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COMPANY PROFILE & OFFICIAL PUBLICATION FOR NEWS REPORTS, ACHIEVEMENTS, AND STRATEGIC PLANS

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COMPANY PROFILE & OFFICIAL PUBLICATION FOR NEWS REPORTS, ACHIEVEMENTS, AND STRATEGIC PLANS

Company Name:

Edoshoe Manufacturing Company

Corporate Motto:

Crafting Quality, Empowering Communities.

About the Company:

Edoshoe Manufacturing Company is a leading Nigerian leather products manufacturing and training enterprise, committed to delivering high-quality shoes, sandals, bags, belts, wallets, and school accessories. With a mission to empower artisans, create jobs, and provide affordable yet premium products, Edoshoe has become a household name known for innovation, quality craftsmanship, and social impact.

Headquartered in Benin City, Nigeria, Edoshoe Manufacturing Company leverages local talent, raw materials, and innovative production processes to serve a growing domestic and export market. With more than 18 years of industry experience and a visionary leadership team, Edoshoe continues to champion sustainable business development and community transformation.

Key Achievements:

  1. Free Leatherwork Product Distribution & Training Initiative (2024):
    Edoshoe successfully launched a national campaign to distribute thousands of free leather products to low-income families across Nigeria while offering free skills training to young artisans. The initiative is fully self-funded with emerging sponsorship opportunities.

  2. Shoe4Kids Program:
    A social intervention program that provides free school shoes, lunch boxes, and bags to children in underserved communities. Over 5,000 students have benefited so far, with an annual target of 50,000 nationwide.

  3. Edoshoe Skills Development Academy:
    The company established a training arm with cluster centers across Benin City, offering 3-month intensive programs in leatherwork. Over 1,000 trainees have graduated, many now employed or running their own businesses.

  4. Strategic Partnership with Hybridteck Global Business Consult:
    Edoshoe has partnered with Hybridteck to create artisan business incubators and access financial tools, marketing support, and nationwide visibility.

  5. Leadership Recognition:
    The company’s founder and CEO, Osemwengie Victor Odion, is currently contesting as the National Vice Chairman of NALPAN and has received national and international awards, including The Future Awards Africa and the Global Student Entrepreneurship Award.

Strategic Goals & Future Plans (2025–2030):

  1. Mass Production Expansion:
    A strategic investment of ₦42 million is underway to increase factory capacity, acquire new machines, and maximize product output by 300%.

  2. Fashion Department Development:
    ₦15 million is earmarked for building an in-house fashion line to complement leather products with apparel and accessories.

  3. Nationwide Cluster Market Establishment:
    Edoshoe plans to establish five new leather cluster centers in Edo State and extend to 10 more states by 2027. These centers will serve as local factories and training schools.

  4. Export Development Strategy:
    The company is preparing to penetrate the West African and EU markets by acquiring export certification, quality standard approvals, and participating in international expos.

  5. Crowdfunding & Community Ownership Model:
    Through partnerships with Hybridteck’s Artisan Funding Program, Edoshoe will allow the public to invest and earn from its leather products distribution and training program.

  6. Sponsorship Drive:
    The company is actively seeking public and private sector sponsors to scale its Shoe4Kids initiative and skills development centers to reach 100,000+ beneficiaries annually.

News Report Summary (for Media Use):

Edoshoe Manufacturing Company Expands Social Impact, Production, and Training Capacity

Edoshoe Manufacturing Company has announced a major expansion and strategic plan to scale its nationwide leatherwork initiatives. Known for its Shoe4Kids program and intensive training for artisans, the company is set to invest over ₦57 million in increasing production and launching a fashion department. This move is expected to create over 500 new jobs and expand the company's outreach to millions of Nigerians by 2030.

The CEO, Osemwengie Victor Odion, reaffirmed the company's commitment to youth empowerment and product excellence. “We are not just making shoes; we are creating futures,” he said. The company is inviting local and international sponsors to join this transformative journey.

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