Aba Export Growth Lab

Aba Export Growth Lab is a 6-month capacity building program aimed a empowering local entrepreneurs to access international markets

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Aba is ready for the world.🌍

On July 8, Gov. Dr. Alex Otti commissioned the Aba Export Growth Lab—a bold step to position Aba for global trade.

Your business can go global too.

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Last week, the Aba Export Growth Lab hosted a mentorship and engagement session with officials from ACCIMA, focused on strengthening business knowledge and improving export readiness for participating businesses.

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Meet Our Champion.

In this spotlight, the CEO of Demorgan Cenco Morgan shares the story behind the brand.

At DEMORGAN, we design and produce premium menswear.

▶️ Watch the full video to hear the story.

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3 mistakes that can make you lose money in export: poor market research, wrong documentation, and bad packaging.
Export is not just about having products, it’s about meeting international standards and demand.

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On Monday, the Aba Export Growth Lab hosted a mentorship session with officials from the Standards Organisation of Nigeria (SON), focused on key regulatory requirements for businesses.

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Frequently Asked Question.

Do I need a warehouse before I start exporting?

No — you don’t.

One of the biggest misconceptions about export business is thinking you must own or rent a warehouse before getting started.

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Your product’s presentation is your brand’s first impression.

Think about it: before a buyer even touches your product, they notice how it looks. Is it neat? Professional? Memorable?

Good presentation tells your story.

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Having an online presence is no longer optional — it’s essential. Whether you export textiles, crafts, agricultural produce, or manufactured goods, e-commerce helps you:

• Reach International Buyers
• Increase Sales and Revenue
• Build Trust and Credibility
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Meet Our Champion.

In this spotlight, Andrew Anya Etim, founder of Shoe Planet, shares the story behind the brand.

At Shoe Planet, we design and manufacture high quality footwear locally, combining durability and premium finishing.

▶️ Watch the full video to hear the story.

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Leather is more than a material — it is a result of skill, patience, and craftsmanship. From raw hides to finished shoes, bags, and jackets, every piece carries care, precision, and quality that improves with time.

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Meet Our Champions.

In this spotlight, Mayor Chinonso Obiagwu, founder of Stemme Baby Care, shares the story behind the brand.

What started as a simple question, are baby products really designed for African babies, led to creating solutions focused on safety, comfort.

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Exporting can feel overwhelming but most of the confusion comes from skipping the most important step: market research.

Many entrepreneurs rush straight to packaging and shipping… but without knowing your market, you’re basically guessing.

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If you export fashion products, this is for you.

Some fashion items are making waves in the international market because of their uniqueness and quality.

1️⃣ Ankara fabrics
2️⃣ Adire (tie and dye)
3️⃣ Ready-to-wear African outfits
4️⃣ Handmade bags
5️⃣ Footwear

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We hosted Dr. Mrs. Salome N. Obiukwu at the Abia Export Growth Lab to discuss growing exports from Abia 🌍

In Aba and ready to export? Join us.

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Meet Our Champions

In this spotlight, Glory Essien founder of Globuild Enterprise shares the story behind her mission to reduce food waste and create opportunities for women and youths in Aba.

Watch the full video👇

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But here’s the bigger question…

What if more of this cassava was processed, packaged, and exported globally—right from places like Aba?

Cassava is more than just food—it’s a powerful export opportunity. From garri, cassava flour, starch, ethanol, to animal feed, global demand.

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If you’re producing quality goods in Aba and thinking, “How do I sell beyond Nigeria?”

These platforms are your gateway to the global market 👇

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Click on this link to join👇

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🌍 West Africa’s Biggest Industrial Summit is here!
📍 Landmark Centre, Lagos | 📅 3–5 Mar 2026

Network with leaders, discover opportunities, learn from experts & showcase your products.

Register now! 👇

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Packaging plantain chips can actually be this seamless.

Watch how this automatic machine makes packaging smooth, neat and consistent because neat packaging not only protects your product but also builds trust with your buyers.

Imagine making packaging this easy and seamless.

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Top 3 websites smart exporters check before choosing a market:

1️⃣ ITC Trade Map – see who’s buying your product & how much
2️⃣ https://t.co/Z7sSQSDkOe – global demand trends made simple
3️⃣ UN Comtrade – official trade data to confirm active market.

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