The Kwara State Government has thrown its weight behind President Bola Ahmed Tinubu's ban on the export of raw Shea butter, saying the move will boost local production and strengthen the value chain. In line with this policy, the state is set to la… Read on blog or Reader SMALL BUSINESS INSIGHTS Read on blog or Reader Kwara empowers SMEs with new shea factory By Abimbola Akomolafe on September 4, 2025 The Kwara State Government has thrown its weight behind President Bola Ahmed Tinubu's ban on the export of raw Shea butter, saying the move will boost local production and strengthen the value chain. In line with this policy, the state is set to launch a 50-tonne Shea processing factory in Kaiama, aimed at creating jobs and expanding opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises. Read also, Kwara empowers SMEs with new shea factory Non-oil growth creates new opportunities for SMEs NES: Unlocking SME potential crucial for Africa's trade, agriculture, energy future Next Titan Season 10 launches, empowering SMEs and entrepreneurs FG pushes renewable energy, opens opportunities for SMEs The factory will empower farmers, processors, and traders by converting raw Shea into finished products for domestic use and export. This will help SMEs access new markets while improving incomes. Kwara's initiative reflects its commitment to SME growth, value addition, and sustainable economic development, especially in agro-processing.

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