YikoDeenFoot Wears Limited, an indigenous footwear company, is advocating for government intervention to revitalize the footwear industry, positioning it as a significant contributor to the nation’s economy in terms of employment and revenue.

In response to the influx of mass-produced shoes from various international sources saturating the Nigerian market, the company emphasizes the necessity for deliberate government action to reshape the leather industry. YikoDeenFoot Wears Limited believes that such measures would eliminate the capital flight associated with importing footwear from countries like Taiwan, South Korea, China, Vietnam, India, and Indonesia.

Founder and CEO, Atunde Shamsideen Olayinka, assert that indigenous enterprises like YikoDeen Foot Wears Limited, which actively contribute to economic growth and job creation, deserve encouragement. Operating from a state-of-the-art factory in Surulere, the company aims to compete with established players like Lennards and Footwear and Accessories Manufacturing and Distribution Plc (FAMAD).

Since its establishment in 2016, YikoDeen Foot Wears Limited, under the slogan ‘Keep Africa Walking,’ has focused on producing high-quality, affordable, made-in-Nigeria shoes for global markets. The company’s production capacity of 1000 pairs per day adheres to international standards, supplying boots to the Nigerian Army, the Nigerian Police, ‘Back to School’ shoes for various educational institutions, and industrial safety shoes for construction and oil and gas companies.

Olayinka underscores the company’s commitment to contributing to the economy and enhancing the efficiency of entities by providing quality footwear. YikoDeen Foot Wears Limited has manufactured over 6,000 pairs of shoes and boots for the Nigeria Police and 2,000 pairs of children’s school shoes in the current year alone.

The CEO highlights the uniqueness of their signature designs and the superior quality achieved through rigorous staff training. YikoDeen Foot Wears Limited takes pride in using locally sourced raw materials, infusing an indigenous essence into their products. One notable achievement mentioned is the company’s success in reinstating uniformity in school dressing codes by providing quality guaranteed leather shoes for numerous schools nationwide.