Shamsideen Atunde, the Chief Executive Officer of Yikodeen Footwear Limited, affirms the company’s commitment to continuous innovation and the advancement of local industries as a proud indigenous firm.

Highlighting the recent groundbreaking achievement of becoming the first safety boot manufacturing company in Africa, Atunde expresses the company’s unwavering dedication to meeting customer needs and fostering the growth of local industries in Nigeria. He states, “Our objective has always been to create footwear that not only satisfies our customers but also champions the cause of local industries in Nigeria. Being recognized as the first safety boot manufacturing company in Africa is a source of pride for us, and we remain devoted to pioneering innovation in the market.”

As part of their ongoing efforts to enhance workplace safety, Yikodeen received approval from the Nigerian Content Development and Monitoring Board (NCDMB) as the sole local manufacturer and supplier of safety boots for the entire oil and gas industry in Nigeria. Atunde announces a significant stride in local content improvement, sharing, “In line with our commitment to boosting local content, we are thrilled to announce our ongoing supply of thousands of safety boots for the NLNG Train 7 Project. Our safety boots are designed to blend durability, comfort, and style, providing the highest level of protection for workers in hazardous environments. Embracing our ‘made in Nigeria’ narrative is a source of pride for our company.”

Atunde underscores the organization’s dedication to advancing the growth and development of local industries in Nigeria through the production of high-quality footwear that aligns with ISO20345:2011 standards.