About Us
Who Are We?
NG Showcase Limited, also known as Nigerian Showcase is a social enterprise that advocates for local production and consumption in Nigeria. We provide market access, training, sensitization, and access to finance for local producers with the aim of fostering economic and sustainable development.
Mision
Our mission is to support local producers by raising high-potential entrepreneurs who
will stimulate economic growth and social development in Africa. We will achieve this through community building, training, media, innovation and technology.
Vision
Our Vision is to create an ecosystem of indigenous and sustainable businesses in Nigeria for economic impact.
Our Story
How the Journey Began
NG Showcase Limited, also known as Nigerian Showcase was conceptualized in 2016 to provide market access to locally made products in Nigeria. At that time, lots of small businesses emerged online in Nigeria with little or no support to market their products. With our online platforms, we were able to promote over 100 businesses in the first year.
We continued to do that, then we realized a need for community among these producers and we conceptualized the idea of MINEC (Made In Nigeria Entrepreneurs Community), a network of local producers in 2018 which gave birth to a robust community of about 300 entrepreneurs of which 95% are women.
Through the community, we have been able to further push awareness for locally made products through the activities we organized such as trade fairs, capacity-building programs, and access to funding. We believe in a thriving economy in Nigeria, driven by the power of the combination of entrepreneurship, community building, and media.
The Challenges
Poor Product Image
Locally crafted goods in Nigeria often face unjust stereotypes, hindering their recognition and market reach. Overcoming these biases is crucial to unlocking the full potential of our artisans and industries.
Low Patronage
Despite the rich craftsmanship in Nigeria, locally made products often receive inadequate support. This lack of patronage hinders the growth and prosperity of our artisans and industries.
Low Access to Finance
Indigenous manufacturers in Nigeria face significant hurdles in obtaining essential financial resources. This obstacle impedes growth, innovation, and economic sustainability within our local industries.
Business Skills Gap
Many indigenous manufacturers in Nigeria face a critical shortage of essential business skills. Bridging this gap is crucial for unlocking their full potential and fostering sustainable economic growth.
No Reliable Database
One of the pressing challenges in Nigeria is the absence of a reliable database for local producers and service providers. This gap hampers efficient connections, hindering the potential for economic development.
Our Solution
Our Consulting Arm
Our consulting arm is a foremost advisory firm dedicated to empowering people and refining processes. With a collective experience of over four decades, our consultants translate rich industry knowledge into actionable strategies.
Sensitization
Through our thriving online presence and the launch of the Nigerian Showcase Magazine, we have been able to create awareness round the made in Nigeria movement to shift the mindset of Nigerians to start to patronize locally made products.
Market Access
With the success of our trade fairs, we have been able to build a robust market access for indigenous producers who had battled with low visibility and sales.
Access to Finance
With our stakeholder engagements and networks, members of our community have been able to access grants and loan opportunities to scale their businesses.
Community Building
Our membership community, MINEC has been instrumental to the sustenance of businesses as business owners are able to network, share ideas and challenges faced in their businesses.
Our Team
Taiwo Aluya
Founder/Chief Executive Officer
Taiwo Aluya is a Chartered Accountant with a knack for entrepreneurship, strategy and business promotion with a background in accounting from Obafemi Awolowo University She is currently pursuing an MBA at the Ahmadu Bello University.
Titi Ojo
Director of Training
Titi Ojo is a Business Consultant and Entrepreneurship development practitioner with professional experiences spanning Information Technology, Enterprise Development, Training Capacity building, Project Management, Strategic Leadership and International Development.
Our Impact
Our Consulting Arm
At the heart of NG Showcase Consulting is a deep-rooted commitment to transformation. We believe that for a business to be truly successful, it must be economically viable and socially responsible.
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Get In Touch
Address
Gbazango, Kubwa, Abuja
nigerianshowcase@gmail.com
Phone
+234 809 374 8483, +234 906 366 7330