Lagos State govt inspects newly completed leather hub in Matori ahead of its official commissioning

By Adetayo Omotoyosi Adeolu

The Lagos State Government, through its Ministry of Wealth Creation and Employment, has inspected the newly completed Leather Hub in Matori ahead of its official commissioning.

The Lagos Voice reports that the visit conducted in collaboration with the Ministry of Works and Infrastructure was aimed at ensuring the facility’s readiness and alignment with the State’s industrial development goals.

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According to the state government, the Leather Hub, a state-of-the-art centre for leather processing, footwear production, and skills training, is a major investment aimed at empowering artisans, boosting Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs), and promoting local manufacturing.

The inspection team was led by the Honourable Commissioner for Wealth Creation and Employment, Hon. Akinyemi Bankole Ajigbotafe, with team members such as the Special Adviser, Office of Works, Dr. Adekunle Olayinka, and the Special Adviser, Office of Infrastructure, Engr. Olufemi Daramola.

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The inspection team visited the production floor, training rooms, and administrative offices and met with project contractors to review progress and make final adjustments for smooth operations.

In his statement during the visit, the Honourable Commissioner Hon. Akinyemi Ajigbotafe said, “The Leather Hub, Matori, is not just an industrial facility; it is a bold statement of our administration’s commitment to skill development, economic diversification, and job creation. Its commissioning will mark a new chapter in the growth of Lagos’ manufacturing sector.”

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The visit also addressed post-commissioning strategies, including market access, technology integration, and continuous training programmes, to position Lagos artisans for global competitiveness.

The government stated that once the Leather Hub is commissioned, it will reinforce Lagos State’s status as a hub for innovation, craftsmanship, and industrial growth, offering entrepreneurs a world-class platform to thrive.