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Dietrich Tegtmeyer Confirmed for Second Term on Leather Naturally Supervisory Council

ByArshad August 26, 2025

Leather Naturally has announced that Dietrich Tegtmeyer will serve a second and final term on its...

Lagos has unveiled a 150,000 capacity Leather Hub aimed at empowering artisans, promoting locally made leather goods and creating jobs across the value chain. The facility is expected to strengthen Nigeria’s leather industry and reduce reliance on imports. Nigeria’s first lady Oluremi Tinubu officially opened the hub on Saturday 23rd August 2025 and called it a sign that Lagos is leading in innovation and enterprise. She said the project aligns with President Bola Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda focused on industrialisation, digitalisation, creative arts and manufacturing. "Leatherworking is a traditional craft that has stood the test of time. I’m informed this hub will serve as a centre for leather processing, footwear production and specialised training, enabling artisans to add great value to their craft and compete competently in both local and international markets. I urge those utilising this facility to dedicate themselves to excellence, hard work, continuous learning and good works to compete in the global market" Oluremi Tinubu, First Lady of Nigeria Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu described the hub as the first of its kind in Nigeria and a gateway to global competitiveness. He said the facility would transform locally sourced hides into world-class footwear, garments and accessories stamped as made in Lagos. "It is a launch-pad to thousands of decent jobs and a shining example of the power of visionary governance and proposal partnership between the federal government and the state government" Babajide Sanwo-Olu, Governor of Lagos State The hub is expected to create 10,000 direct and indirect jobs over the next three years with more than 70 percent reserved for women and youth. Over 150,000 artisans nationwide will benefit from training and start-up support. Lagos also anticipates generating over $200 million in exports annually once the hub becomes fully operational. Nigeria’s leather industry contributes significantly to the economy, particularly through non-oil exports and job creation. It is estimated to generate $600 to $800 million annually through leather exports, and the new hub is expected to expand these figures while boosting local employment.

Nigerian First Lady Inaugurates Lagos Industrial Leather Hub to Promote Made in Nigeria Leather Products and Exports

ByArshad August 26, 2025

Lagos has unveiled a 150,000 capacity Leather Hub aimed at empowering artisans, promoting locally...

Farida Group Starts Production of New Balance Shoes and to Invest Rs 1200 Crore in New Plant Says Rafeeque Ahmed

ByArshad August 25, 2025

Farida Group has started producing New Balance shoes in partnership with Taiwan’s CJ Enterprise...

Ethiopia Prepares to Build its Leather Industry Park

ByArshad August 23, 2025

Ethiopia is preparing to set up a Leather Industry Park after the government approved a detailed...

Simac Tanning Tech 2025 One Month Away with 300 Exhibitors and 9000 Visitors Expected in Milan from September 23 to 25

ByArshad August 23, 2025

Only one month remains before Simac Tanning Tech 2025 opens its doors in Milan from September 23 to...

Pakistan Eases Leather Trade Rules With Removal of Health Certificate Requirement

ByArshad August 22, 2025

The government of Pakistan has taken a major step to support its leather industry by removing the...

UNIDO Backed LISEC Project Sets New Standard for Women Empowerment in Ethiopian Leather Industry

UNIDO Backed LISEC Project Sets New Standard for Gender Equality in Ethiopian Leather Industry

ByArshad August 21, 2025

A project in Ethiopia’s leather industry is showing how genuine action on gender equality can bring...

Dietrich Tegtmeyer to Deliver Heidemann Lecture at IULTCS Congress in Lyon

ByArshad August 20, 2025

The International Union of Leather Technologists and Chemists Societies (IULTCS) has confirmed that...

Chinese Firm to Launch $5 Million Leather and Footwear Project in Uzbekistan

ByArshad August 19, 2025

A new $5 million investment project is taking shape in Uzbekistan as Chinese company Simple Leasing...

Middle East’s Largest Global Footwear and Leather Products Show DIFLEX 2025 in Dubai from Sept 23-25

ByArshad August 19, 2025

The 5th edition of the Dubai International Footwear & Leather Exhibition (DIFLEX), the largest...

Mexico Temporarily Bans Footwear Imports

ByArshad August 18, 2025

Mexico is set to ban the temporary import of finished footwear under the IMMEX program in an effort...

Thai Tanning Industry Association Welcomes Govt Approval of Water Monitor Farming for Commercial Purposes

ByArshad August 16, 2025

The Thai Tanning Industry Association has welcomed the government’s approval of water monitor...

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