Nigeria - Business creation project

Décrivez votre projet en quelques mots

Food business for ages has been poverty and hunger alleviation platform. It has continuity and can be easily started. Popcorn business is a business that requires small capital, it's easily marketable and loved by both young and old globally .

01.01 Décrivez votre projet en détail

There are many benefits for businesses that develop local plans to address poverty in their community and one of such business is pop corn business.This is because popcorn business has the potential to create jobs for the less privileged and starters in life thereby creating a chain of opportunities to stimulate economic growth, and provide solutions to the challenges that the SDGs seek to address such as zero hunger . It creates employment opportunities that provide a pathway to economic independence and easily allows growth . It also creates opportunities for individuals pursuing target recruitment efforts, especially in under-resourced areas . For instance, I used to sell popcorn for someone when I lost my dad and I had to go to tertiary institution , this helped me to save money to pursue my academic dreams and I came out in flying colours . I plan to use my popcorn business to do same for others and train them to become a brand of their own with little capital alleviating poverty.

01.02 Quel est le problème principal que vous essayez de résoudre ?

One of the goals of Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) is zero hunger . I was a member of the Sustainable Development Goals CDS during my National Youths Service (NYSC) . We did many personal projects that made me realize that creating chain of small capital everyday consumer business can help alleviate poverty to a large extent . The government can not do it all but I can help to a great extent . The slogan is 'Everyone everywhere '. So , if everyone everywhere can find something doing be it a small capital business or large scale or food brand, it will help recycle most of the raw materials we use , give people a sense of purpose, belonging and fulfilment and thereby helps to create a better , prospering, safe and healthy society with hunger drastically reduced . Food is always basic need for humans . Popcorn is one of the easily accessible healthy food because it contains natural nutrients good for both adults and kids , combined with just water, it's a yummy balanced diet .

01.03 Dites-nous quels sont les principaux avantages et/ou bénéfices de l'utilisation du produit/service que vous souhaitez fournir par votre projet (au moins 3).

It helps recycle process of raw materials used such as nylon, bin bags , bottles , and helps to create a chain of businesses as well as serve as easily accessible healthy food for everyone irrespective social or economic class .

01.04 Veuillez décrire précisément à qui s'adressera le produit/service de votre projet. Quels sont les bénéficiaires visés ?

The targeted beneficiaries are majorly the less privileged and young adults who aims to have a source of income to cater for their needs and academic pursuits especially those without parents like the orphans and fatherless . I plan to create my own brand and equip others on how to do theirs too with my financial support .

01.05 Quand avez-vous commencé à travailler sur votre projet ?

02/01/2022

01.06 Combien y a-t-il de propriétaires sur votre projet en plus de vous ?

5

01.07 Parmi les autres propriétaires, combien sont des femmes ?

3

01.08 Veuillez décrire le profil des autres propriétaires de votre projet (compétences, expérience, etc.).

Three young adults who are starters in life who helps with the local marketing of the brand and distribution of the goods to customers and supermarkets. A digital marketer and graphic design who helps to make plans and digital marketing as well as brand the product. A logistics and financial manager who helps to manage the income and expenditure as well as the market and quantity survey.

01.09 Si vous avez un site web, une page sur les médias sociaux (Facebook, Instagram, Linkedin...) ou une application, veuillez fournir le(s) lien(s) ici :

01.10 Quel est le secteur d'activité qui décrit le mieux votre projet ?

d) Produits de base (aliments, boissons, produits ménagers et personnels)

02.01.01 Mon projet contribue à l'objectif 'Pas de pauvreté'

7 - Tout à fait d'accord

02.01.02 Justification de la contribution de mon projet

The popcorn business in Nigeria is a relatively easy one to start. With a small investment, anyone can start selling popcorn. This makes it easy for entrepreneurs to start their own popcorn business. The product is particularly popular among the younger generation, who consume it as a snack while watching movies or hanging out with friends. However, the increasing health consciousness among the population has led to a shift towards healthier snack options like popcorn , which has affected the demand for popcorn. The popcorn making and farming business is an agricultural and food enterprise that involves the cultivation of popcorn for commercial purposes. It is a lucrative business in Nigeria and Africa, as the demand for the snack continues to grow both locally and internationally. According to the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), Africa produced approximately 309,000 metric tons of popcorn in 2019, with Nigeria being one of the leading producers in the continent.

02.02.01 Mon projet contribue à l'objectif 'Faim Zéro'

7 - Tout à fait d'accord

02.02.02 Justification de la contribution de mon projet

It gives everyone everywhere opportunity to eat healthy snack with just water or fruit drinks thereby eating balanced diet with little cost.

02.03.01 Mon projet contribue à l'objectif 'Bonne Santé et Bien Être'

7 - Tout à fait d'accord

02.03.02 Justification de la contribution de mon projet

It is made of natural ingredients and processed ingredients that provides essential vitamins for the body without any negative side effect. The raw materials used in Zobo drink may help regulate blood pressure , counter oxidative stress , prevent the formation of kidney stones , lower cholesterol level , boost fertility , promote weight loss . It also has antidepressant effects , and helps to protect the liver . The health benefits of popcorn and Zobo natural drink are numerous .

02.04.01 Mon projet contribue à l'objectif 'Éducaiton de Qualité'

7 - Tout à fait d'accord

02.04.02 Justification de la contribution de mon projet

It can help individuals and the less privileged to source for money and have a stable income to pursue their academic dreams.

02.05.01 Mon projet contribue à l'objectif 'Égalité entre les Sexes'

7 - Tout à fait d'accord

02.05.02 Justification de la contribution de mon projet

It can be managed by any gender . It is not a kind of business that requires special qualities from any gender . It doesn't gender discriminate.

02.06.01 Mon projet contribue à l'objectif 'Eau Propre et Assainissement'

5

02.06.02 Justification de la contribution de mon projet

It helps recycle process which thereby helps to sanitize and tidy the environment .

02.07.01 Mon projet contribue à l'objectif 'Énergie Propre et Abordable'

2

02.07.02 Justification de la contribution de mon projet

02.08.01 Mon projet contribue à l'objectif 'Travail Décent et Croissance Économique'

7 - Tout à fait d'accord

02.08.02 Justification de la contribution de mon projet

Popcorn snack production is a fast-growing business in Nigeria and Africa, and it is highly profitable due to the increasing demand for snacks in the region. The global snack market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 5.3% from 2021 to 2028, with the popcorn segment being a significant contributor to this growth. According to a report by Euromonitor International, the snack market in Nigeria is expected to grow by 6.1% between 2020 and 2025, and the demand for popcorn is a significant contributor to this growth. There is dignity in labour . Popcorn and Zobo drink business is one of the legitimate labour that gives one dignity and can easily grow into larger scale and becomes an international brand due to its health and economic benefits. It can also be easily preserved with the use of natural preservatives .

02.09.01 Mon projet contribue à l'objectif 'Industrie, Innovaiton et Infrastructure'

7 - Tout à fait d'accord

02.09.02 Justification de la contribution de mon projet

Zobo business and popcorn business can easily grow into larger scale just like every other snacks and soft drinks or wine company . It also creates a chain of enterpreneuer which can results in vast economic growth and innovations.

02.10.01 Mon projet contribue à l'objectif 'Réduction des Inégalités'

5

02.10.02 Justification de la contribution de mon projet

Yes , my business is not gender discriminate or bias. It provides avenue for both gender to equally compete in the labour and economic market .

02.11.01 Mon projet contribue à l'objectif 'Villes et Communautés Durables'

7 - Tout à fait d'accord

02.11.02 Justification de la contribution de mon projet

With the economic and innovative opportunities, it provides those with little capital to start small and grow big . This will help to definitely provide employment opportunities for even the unskilled and semi skilled workers thereby reducing crime rate which results from idleness or joblessness. This as a result helps to sustain the economic cycle of the community .

02.12.01 Mon projet contribue à l'objectif 'Consommation et Production Responsable'

7 - Tout à fait d'accord

02.12.02 Justification de la contribution de mon projet

Popcorn snack production is a fast-growing business in Nigeria and Africa, and it is highly profitable due to the increasing demand for snacks in the region. The global snack market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 5.3% from 2021 to 2028, with the popcorn segment being a significant contributor to this growth. According to a report by Euromonitor International, the snack market in Nigeria is expected to grow by 6.1% between 2020 and 2025, and the demand for popcorn is a significant contributor to this growth.

02.13.01 Mon projet contribue à l'objectif 'Luttle contre les Changements Climatiques'

2

02.13.02 Justification de la contribution de mon projet

02.14.01 Mon projet contribue à l'objectif 'Vie Sous-Marine'

2

02.14.02 Justification de la contribution de mon projet

02.15.01 Mon projetp contribue à l'objectif 'Vie Terrestre'

3

02.15.02 Justification de la contribution de mon projet

02.16.01 Mon projet contribue à l'objectif 'Paix, Justice et Institutions Efficaces'

2

02.16.02 Justification de la contribution de mon projet

02.17.01 Mon projet contribue à l'objectif 'Parteneriats pour la Réalisation des Objectifs'

5

02.17.02 Justification de la contribution de mon projet

It strengthens the means of implementation and revitalize the Global partnership for sustainable development because it creates a chain of economic growth and business innovations which is sustainable

05.01 Il existe un grand nombre de clients qui utilisent déjà un produit/service très similaire à celui que nous envisageons de créer.

5

05.02 Le produit/service que nous voulons créer représente un type de produit/service entièrement nouveau

4

05.03 Le produit/service que nous voulons créer pourrait être décrit comme une nouvelle technologie

4

05.04 Le produit/service que nous voulons créer est une amélioration d'un produit ou d'un service existant

6

05.05 Le produit/service que nous voulons créer pourrait être décrit comme une extension d'une gamme de produits ou de services

6

05.06 Le produit/service que nous voulons créer répond à une demande ou à un besoin qui n'a pas été satisfait par d'autres produits/services.

4

05.07 Le produit/service que nous voulons créer est une nouvelle version d'un ancien produit/service

7 - Tout à fait d'accord

05.08 Justification de mon projet

Many producers of Zobo (hibiscus drink) and popcorn only produce it on lower scale from the producer directly to the consumer . Meanwhile , I plan to brand mine and sell it in top five star offices , hotels , conferences both locally and internationally and make the drink one of the most competitive drink in the world food market because if it's numerous health benefits . It will be a major commodity in every home unlike other numerous soft drinks with additives and other hazardous content in the food market .

05.09 Qui sont vos principaux potentiels concurrents et qu'est-ce qui vous différencie d'eux ?

Local popcorn and Zobo ( hibiscus) drink producers . Popular soft drinks and wine companies both locally and globally .

10.06 Menez-vous des actions au sein de votre communauté pour promouvoir le rôle des femmes entrepreneurs ?

Yes . I have been organising seminals and small business empowerments for the single mothers and less privileged in my society . I also involve in volunteer work for NGO's during workshop. I also sensitize the female teenagers on the need to get quality education in other to function and compete well in the global labour market. I do provide some of their basic academic needs too including payment of O'level certificate examination as leverage for them to further pursue their academic goals . Meanwhile, I do the same for students irrespective of their genders.