Fashion designer tasks gov’t on financial support for SMEs

By Stanley Onyekwere

The Founder of Justwan Dezign Couture, Mrs. Justina Wanda has solicited for the support of the Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) to encourage  Small Medium Enterprises (SMEs) to grow, and help to further advance the promotion of locally made products in the Territory, in line with the commitment of Federal Government.

Wanda, who is also the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Couture, made the appeal during a pre-event briefing for its forthcoming Exhibition of proudly made Nigeria designs in Abuja.

She explained that the essence of the Exhibition is to support the teeming Nigerian youths that had been trained in fashion design from the “Justwan Dezign Couture Fashion Academy” to get the required funds to venture into their specialized areas to earn income that will make them self reliant .

She added that the programme, slated for second week of December this year is expected to promote and showcase African attire and wears that has attracted both national and international communities, as a way of celebrating the continent’s rich cultural heritage and pride.

According to her, “These investments allow Justwan Dezign Couture to attract and retain a great group of associates in providing the wonderfully unique fashion experience enjoyed by our many loyal customers.

“Because this year has presented so many challenges to our employees, we are very happy that we are able to discount on our prices to thousands of our customers and periodic incentives grant to our crew and production team with 100% staff retained”.

Furthermore, she disclosed that the Academy also seek to provide a   leading Africa fashion designs, with the mission to primarily promote made in Nigeria goods and services in the Global market. 

“The core focus of our maiden edition is to celebrate and bring to light, the made in Nigeria goods and services, spotlighting its excellent quality which certifies it ready for the global market. 

“This year’s event is tagged AFROCENTRIC, which means showcasing our rich African culture and heritage by displaying made in nigeria goods and services. 

“It is time for us to help each other grow by bringing all our people under one roof and encouraging our people to buy and sell our home-made product. 

“A lot of businesses are doing great things and we would wish to display this at the fair, it is time for us to patronise our brothers and sisters to grow”, she stressed.

Wanda who hinted that the fashion academy had graduated students  with great expertise in collections that mostly covers,  redefine, trending styles for the female folks.