Build Resilient Local Economies with OVOP Consultancy

Transforming Nigeria Local Resources into Global Brands - with One Village One Product (OVOP). Rebuild communities, diversify economies, and drive inclusive growth—one village, one product at a time. We partner with federal, state, and local governments, as well as NGOs, to design, build, and sustain world‑class OVOP systems that turn local resources into branded success stories.
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Economic Diversification

Move beyond oil by developing thousands of high‑value, locally branded products.

Rural Job Creation

Empower youth and women in every LGA with skills, infrastructure, and market access.

Global Market Access

Bring “Made in Nigeria” product specialties to national and international buyers.

Sustainable Development

Build resilient, smart value chains that uplift communities for generations.

Our OVOP Consultancy Services

OVOP System Design & Strategy

  • Resource Mapping Workshops: We guide your team through participatory asset inventories to identify high‑potential products and services.
  • Governance & Committee Setup: Establish OVOP steering committees, producer cooperatives, and local champions.
  • Roadmap & Funding Plan: Craft a multi‑year action plan, budget estimates, and identify financing sources (government grants, impact investors, development banks).

Implementation & Infrastructure

  • Physical Hubs & Processing Centers: From site selection to construction oversight, we build roadside hubs, “antenna shops,” and mini‑processing facilities.
  • Equipment Procurement: Leverage our procurement network to source quality machinery—dryers, mills, packaging lines—at competitive rates.
  • Digital Enablement: Integrate IoT sensors, AI, traceability software, and e‑learning platforms to ensure quality control and knowledge transfer.

Product Development & Capacity Building

  • Technical Training: Hands‑on workshops product development, on food‑safety standards (NAFDAC, SONCAP), artisanal techniques, and digital marketing.
  • R&D Partnerships: Connect you with universities, agritech hubs, and design studios to co‑develop improved recipes, packaging, and branding.
  • OVOP Fellowship Program: Mentor youth ambassadors to become local trainers and sustain momentum.

Market Access & Sales Acceleration

  • Branding & Packaging: Create “Made in (Your Community/State)” identities with compelling stories and QR‑code traceability.
  • Multi‑Channel Distribution: List products on ecommerce marketplaces globally, in stores; set up pop‑up fairs, exhibitions, and export channels.
  • Buyer Outreach & Trade Missions: Coordinate virtual and in‑person trade fairs locally and internationally, connect producers with diaspora networks, and secure off‑take agreements.

Retainership & Ongoing Support

  • Performance Monitoring: Regular Key Performance Indicators (KPI) reports, impact assessments, and quality audits.
  • Continuous Improvement: Periodic strategy reviews, refresher trainings and new product ideation.
  • Policy & Institutional Advice: Advocate for OVOP integration in Local Government, State development plans and national economic diversification policies.
  • Market Access: Secure local and and International markets for products and services output from OVOP.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) About OVOP

Got a question? Find our commonly asked questions below.

1. What is OVOP?

OVOP (One Village, One Product) is a rural development strategy that empowers communities to identify, develop, and market unique local products using local resources. It originated in Japan and has been successfully adapted in several countries, including Thailand, Malawi, and Ethiopia.

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2. Why is OVOP important for Nigeria?

Nigeria has vast untapped local resources and rich cultural diversity. OVOP helps create rural jobs, reduce poverty, promote economic diversification beyond oil, and boost exports of “Made in Nigeria” products.

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3. Who can implement an OVOP project?

  • Federal or State Ministries
  • Local Government Councils
  • NGOs or Development Partners
  • Community-based organizations or cooperatives
  • Private companies supporting rural enterprise
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4. What kinds of products qualify for OVOP?

Any locally made product or service with unique value or cultural relevance. Examples include:

Shea butter, wood works, local textiles, pottery, Handmade, Pure-white honey, Health foods, Skincare items, Herbal textiles, Fermented fish, Organic rice, Coffee, Ceramics, Textiles etc.

Services like agro-tourism, cultural festivals among others can also qualify.

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5. How long does it take to implement an OVOP program?

Timelines vary based on scale, but a basic OVOP pilot—from discovery to market launch—can take 3 to 12 months. Larger programs are often rolled out in phases over several years.

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6. Do you provide funding or help access funding?

While we don’t directly provide funding, we help clients create funding strategies, connect with impact investors, apply for grants, and leverage public-private partnerships to secure needed capital.

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7. How is OVOP different from regular entrepreneurship programs?

OVOP is place-based and community-driven, not just individual-focused. It emphasizes collective branding, shared infrastructure, local identity, and long-term sustainability rather than quick-profit ventures.

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8. Can one community have more than one product?

Yes, but we recommend starting with one high-potential product or service to build capacity and success. Once systems are in place, the model can be expanded to include more.

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9. How do you ensure product quality and competitiveness?

We support communities with:

  • Training on food safety, packaging, branding
  • Product development with R&D partners
  • Digital tools like traceability and QR codes
  • Market testing and continuous feedback
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10. What happens after the initial setup?

We offer ongoing retainership support, including:

  • Monitoring & evaluation
  • Training refreshers
  • New product ideation
  • Policy engagement for sustainability
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If your question hasn’t been answered yet, click here to contact us,
email support@matamah.com or Phone/Whatsapp (+234) 080.9502-9999.

Our Process

  • 1
    Discover

    Conduct an OVOP readiness assessment and stakeholder alignment.

  • 2
    Design

    Co‑create a tailored OVOP blueprint, governance model, and funding strategy.

  • 3
    Deploy

    Build infrastructure, procure equipment, and launch pilot products.

  • 4
    Market

    Brand, list, and sell local specialties to domestic and global buyers.

  • 5
    Maintain

    Provide retainership services to ensure sustainable growth and impact.

Ready to Transform Your Region?

Engage us for OVOP consultancy and turn untapped local resources into thriving economic engines. Contact Us Today for a no‑obligation consultation and let’s co‑create your OVOP success story.
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