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The Future is Made By Nigerians
Dear Reader, The dawn of a new year invites reflection and renewal—a time to chart the course ahead. As a valued member of the Made By Nigerians (MBN) community, we’re thrilled to share our journey with you and invite your partnership as we build the future together. 2024: A Year of Milestones and Momentum This…
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5 Traditional Nigerian Fabrics and How We Can Do More with Them
When it comes to having fabrics that tell our stories, propel our cultures, and preserve our histories, Nigeria is not lacking in this department. However, we can do so much more with these beautiful fabrics. The global fashion industry is valued at over $1.7 trillion and has enough room for the stories and regal beauty…
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MBN Founder’s Spotlight: Dammy’s Asooke
Damilola the founder and creative director of Dammy’s Asooke Concepts, is changing the way we perceive and wear traditional Nigerian fabrics. After graduating from university, she took a leap of faith and started her Asooke business in a small shared space. With the support of her family and husband, she’s turned her dream into a…
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Valiant & African Unveils ‘Lustre’ Collection: A Tribute to Nature and Being
At MBN, we take pride in spotlighting the brilliance of Nigerian design, and today we are thrilled to introduce the Lustre collection by Valiant & African—a celebration of nature, heritage, and the connection between the two. With Lustre, Valiant & African has created a collection that speaks to the heart of what it means to…
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Platforms and Stardoms: How to take advantage of enabling platforms to boost brand identity
The emergence of platforms like the AMVCA has shifted the narrative. These platforms provide a stage for indigenous designers, encouraging them to push boundaries.
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How Homegrown Nigerian Skincare Brands Are Taking Over
For years, the Nigerian beauty scene relied heavily on imported brands. While these international names offered a certain level of quality, they often fell short in addressing the specific needs of Nigerian skin. This gap has birthed a new crop of innovative homegrown Nigerian skincare brands that are disrupting the industry by catering directly to…
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10 Essential Legal Documents for Manufacturing and Exporting from Nigeria
Nigeria’s booming export market is within your reach! This guide unlocks the essential documents you need for a smooth and successful export journey.
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Top 6 Challenges Faced by Nigerian Entrepreneurs (and how to overcome them)
Access to capital, an unstable economic environment and limited infrastructure are some of the business challenges that Nigerian entrepreneurs often have to grapple with. This article outlines simple solutions.
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Building Successful Nigerian Brands in the Global Market (1)
Module 1 – Entrepreneurial Mindset! In this module, we will explore the foundational principles of entrepreneurship and how to develop the right mindset and attitude to succeed in business. Having an entrepreneurial mindset is crucial to starting and growing a successful business. It involves thinking and acting differently than employees or managers in established companies.…
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How to set up your Business on MBN
MBN is a platform that showcases the best Nigerian-made brands to the world.Business owners in the MBN community benefit by reaching a wider audience and having access to resources and knowledge-sharing sessions that allow them to improve their brands and scale their businesses. Now, here is how to get started! How do I create my…