How A Nigerian Left USA to Build A Fashion Empire In South Africa

How A Nigerian Left USA to Build A Fashion Empire In South Africa is another episode of my promoting Africa series where I feature black entrepreneurs all across Africa who have built successful businesses and they tell us how they did it.
Today's episode is about Mr. Fred Eboka who is a Nigerian entrepreneur who left the USA to build a successful Fashion Brand in South Africa. He tells us about how he was able to build his business in South Africa and some of the challenges he has faced on his entrepreneurial journey.
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[@lejumoga6233]

For Africa to succeed "we need to be angry with ourselves" because " complaining gets us nowhere". This gentleman said a lot of good things in a very short time.

[@user-di4qy7fo6h]

I must say not being angry but criticising the situtaion, analyzing it and making a new concept that everyone can work to make it happen but as one power not just individual effort. Forexample look at South Korea, They had war, they were so poor but they made hollywood model. They made good education, they tried to minimize corruption, they didnt let farming(cause its basics what we all will allways need), they produce technology. Next to whole development, they made music, movies, etc. to also sell their culture to the world just like holywood was doing. I mean it is just an example but i must say you i am from Turkey and I really love Africa and i see a potantial in that continent more than anywhere else but i see also learnt hopelessness. I can surely understand when someone must think of their life, just a bread a day or whatso ever, its naive to wait from people to think intellektuely to change thats why i say, there must be a concept that all but all parts of the system of society will hold, follow and create together. Individual sucsesses are surely important, i admire this amazing man, and its an example for many others but there is a bigger action needed. If china makes the info structure of africa, wont it make them again debtor? I feel it Africa will rise but i hope African people profit the most out of it and we dont see a different face of colonialism. Dont be angry to yourself, love yourself, belive in yourself. You are very strong, beautiful, colorful people and your cultures have alot to offer! Just be all together one and work for one aim as countries than it can be easier than suffer alone and get angry. Anger will only make hate and no solution. Hate i mean also self hate. The best is to cocnentrate and believie in the aim with all chains together and i think african people can do that very good. A country that gives you fish to feed you will never be your friend , the one that teachs you to fish is your friend. The ones that teachs you to do it self, gives you the possibility to do it independent, they want your real freedom. All my best dear!

[@qutieqouture6846]

Yes! I whole heartedly agree with that statement, "WE NEED TO BE ANGRY WITH OURSELVES!" I tell people these days that I just want to fight with black people. Because, if we don't change, no matter what anyone else does for us, we will never progress.

[@user-di4qy7fo6h]

@@qutieqouture6846 Dont fight just wake people up as many as you can, get in conversation, ground political social groups, make plans, so on. When poornes and hopelessness becomes like a chain, its not easy to fight back alone without a plan but more people work for same aim is different.

[@umarobalde3887]

@@qutieqouture6846 say no more 💯

[@logueg]

Mindset is everything when you're trying to overcome physical and mental colonization. This gentleman is gold.

[@onifadedolapo2272]

Very important.

[@domju5637]

For sure

[@osaomogreg348]

Very true bro

[@theonly6359]

💯

[@femiakintoye8632]

This man is way beyond a fashion designer. He is a great teacher!

[@oziomadede-konkwo4956]

I totally agree with you!

[@thestrugglingwriter5254]

I'm South African. I love this video. And the way this man thinks is fantastic 🔥

[@thesoulbrother8636]

This African man gets it, don't run away from the continent, get your education and come back to build the African continent. Emphasis should be placed on studying technology, medicine, and agriculture (for food sustainability). Cheers🍸

[@ashantistoca1805]

Exactly

[@jonathanagada392]

Well said 👏

[@oluakinwale4859]

When Tayo said "and you're a Nigerian, his response was, "a Nigerian 100 percent". That's a proud Nigerian. A Nigerian that is proud to showcase himself as a Nigerian, unlike those ashamed to do just that and promote nothing but negatives about Nigeria and Nigerians. Thank you bro. I am proud of you as indeed l believe others like myself are. And to Tayo, thank you for bringing this to us. Keep up the good work.

[@balafama2120]

Is that all you got from this interview.? get to work and stop focusing on nonsense.

[@oluakinwale4859]

@@balafama2120 And is that a problem for you if that's all l got!? Is that not enough to make me proud as a Nigerian that a Nigerian in the diaspora is achieving? I guess if they said he was a scammer you will be one of those to jump on the bandwagon with insults directed at Nigerians If you're hurt that l am celebrating with my brother and fellow Nigerian that's your cup of tea. You can drink it! You are the only to post negative comment. I received 10 👍 for the comment l posted you received zero!. You hater!

[@balafama2120]

@@oluakinwale4859 And you continue to miss the big picture ,while focusing on childish nonsense like upvotes. He is a proud Nigerian ,so why didnt he open this business in Nigeria? He opened it in a country in Africa that has been developed by whites (likely employs non Nigerians) because he knows Nigeria does not have the infrastructure to efficiently support his business. My message is that being proud of your country is irrelevant to development ,rather the focus should be on how to uplift your country.Being proud or not proud of your country is not what creates modern infrastructure ,technology,scientific advancement,industrialization etc. Pride if ever ,should come when a nation has accomplished those things. I pray GOD opens the brains of African leaders and her people to start thinking constructively and take her rightful place in the world.

[@oluakinwale4859]

@@balafama2120 l read the first sentence of your comment and could not be bothered reading to the end cos you talk nonsense! And how do you know he doesn't have or opened a business in Nigeria? And assuming he does not, is it a crime? He chose to open a business where he call his home, it doesn't mean Nigeria is still not his home because comment he made shows exactly that. There are South Africans and other foreign citizen business owners in Nigeria as there are Nigerian business owners in the diaspora. I am celebrating with a brother and a Nigerian and you are there posting nonsense! How many people agreed with your comment with tumb ups? ZERO! You are a lone ranger and hater. So get lost!

[@dreday14]

Nigerians loves our country... There is nothing wrong in self criticism if you want to develop. We all agree that we are not where we are supposed to be. You can't develope if you don't acknowledge your fault, mistakes..

[@AkinVictor]

This is very informative and I totally agree when he said "No one respects anyone who doesn't produce. Infact they conquer them. "

[@sasbridgecloserstudent]

Listening to this interview again. This needs to be broadcasted to every black person globally. His skill as a designer must be exceptional. Because he ability to analyze and explain history and how to solve a problem as he sees it, is top notch.

[@glamagal08]

And somewhat bias.....cause he failed to explain how these first world countries maintain and build in reality China is no example when most of their wealth is frm child labor and slavery....

[@shisuiuchiha480]

Model of the story: As black people we have to earn our respect in the world. You can’t cry for equality you have to earn equality. Fairness does not exist in this world.

[@johnsontobi6432]

The world is full of survival

[@TAYKUMI]

Wise words from shisui uchiha

[@fitawrarifitness6842]

"The Black man will never be respected, anywhere in the world, until Africa is redeemed." Hon. Marcus Garvey

[@kelechioputa1390]

💯📍

[@Siyamthanda123]

Bullshit. You have no idea of how racism works if this is your thinking.

[@mabelntefre4321]

Complain doesn't change anything. Develop the ability to solve your problem. A word for the wise

[@MrKalamazoom]

Exactly.. Complaining doesn't change anything. Be the change you want to see. Most people have that feeling of entitlement.

[@langamakhosi686]

I want Nigeria and SA to thrive.

[@davesondave101]

-'It's not the money you make it's the difference you make & success is when your activity enriches the lives of other people' golden

[@isiomaononye]

“If you want to develop as a people, develop science and technology.” 👌🏾 Progress is not impossible...

[@ekpelasamuel2035]

This man is really intelligent, Nigeria 🇳🇬 and Africa needs such kind of people. It's unfortunate that our leaders don't think of towards this direction. From Bayelsa State Nigeria 🇳🇬.

[@tonyiyke2806]

He can't succeed in Nigeria. No electricity, no running water, no good transportation system. A government policy can easily dampen his skills.

[@uchegbudivine6885]

​@@tonyiyke2806there are many brands succeeding in Nigeria With your mentality like he said the west will dominate us

[@uchegbudivine6885]

​@@tonyiyke2806ppl produce solar Energy, build boreholes for water where are u living in Nigeria in a rock

[@LM-to5qb]

Respect, as south Africans we have to learn from this man.

[@paulcho221]

Naija is rising and Tayo's videos are also rising. Arise O Compatriot! Love from 🇬🇭.

[@EstherAivinhenyi]

Lesson learnt " it's not the money you make it's the DIFFERENCE you make.: 💯% approved God bless you Sir a true son of our beautiful Motherland AFRICA 🇿🇦🇳🇬🌍😊

[@adeakin3758]

95% of Nigerian politicians/ leaders bottom up are not as sharp as this guy. Not until we change our environment and develop problem-solving skills, I doubt it if we will ever move forward. The man is now famous. Great job Tayo.

[@hopelife8130]

...9 nice my dear but today i really need u to save me im broke this year do to covid so i beg u the best with respect to found me 5ghc for food help please

[@katlegomotshwane599]

🤞🏽+98% of politicians in Africa. Not just Nigeria

[@loveheals3173]

@@katlegomotshwane599 They are embarassing and slow as hell. I don't think we can dream of becoming like China. There's just no way with horrible incompetent leaders like that

[@benedictkanu6062]

He is indeed knowledgeable..he knows the problem of Africa.

[@victoriaann9811]

This is by far the best advice for young Nigerians🇳🇬

[@LooksByNaheemah]

This was an amazing conversation. As a fashion designer myself, it is my goal to build textile and apparel manufacturing in Africa. I love how he pointed out that is the foundation for any developing society. We must produce what we wear and export our finished goods to reap those benefits

[@loveheals3173]

I fear that by the time African countries attempt to use textile manufacturing as a way into the manufacture of omplex tech appliances that AI controlled machines would have taken over at least the production of basic cheap goods. It will probably take some decades though to do that on a large scale.

[@shapearla]

The way Tayo looked at the camera when he said the government does not take fashion seriously meaning are you guys hearing 😂😂😂.

[@TayoAinaFilms]

Yes oh!!😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@ebiyeprecious6051]

African really need more people like him who invest back into the continent 💯

[@melanin7770]

As a South African I totally agree with the part he about Nigerians. Like seriously you guys need to build your country. You have a huge potential

[@blackoralArt]

Have you built your own? White people built your country so keep quiet. All you see in Nigeria we built ourselves unlike you people oyibo built your country and you can't even manage it well. And you have the guts to advise others. Olodo

[@melanin7770]

@@blackoralArt 🤣🤣🤣 go back home and fix your country

[@melanin7770]

@@blackoralArt 🤣🤣🤣 this is boring now to be honest. You guys need to go back home and fix your country cause you have a potential. And by the way d*ck face this country it was built by us under slavery. Everything in here it was built by blacks and it belongs to us always remember that b*tch😛

[@alicegauteng2358]

They cant if the keep flocking to South Africa

[@melanin7770]

@@alicegauteng2358 worse thing is we are busy building our SA black economy and they are crowding us lol🤣

[@naturalgirldiy]

Wow. I didn't know Fred Eboka was Nigerian. I always thought He was Ghanian. His been arround for ages. Very very talented fashion designer. This was an excellent interview. He dropped so much wisdom. This should be part of a Masterclass series.

[@truethots3088]

And there are many like him, but I guess the popular narrative over there is to label Nigerians as drug dealers and people coming to take jobs. When most are businesses owners How will people then see thriving africans and ascribe being Nigerian to them? 😅😅

[@naturalgirldiy]

@@truethots3088 I try not to subscribe to negative stereotypes and blanket opinions. All will be judged individually according to their works.

[@mositoonafrica8299]

The freedom of speech in this man makes me think of whst democracy really mean. In some countries being able to express yourself in such a way will get you imprisoned

[@BuildVisions4Africa1]

This is a very deep conversation from a very well experienced African. This is a must watch video for all well meaning Africans. I totally see the socioeconomic and political dimensions to liberating Africa and Africans from its challenges of poverty and underdevelopment. Thanks for sharing.

[@elishajahmiller]

This is a Masterclass. Saved the video in a special playlist. I need to go back to this video, over and over again especially when I feel lost and confused along my path in life and my goals towards success. Grateful for this video.

[@Noka227]

Africa is yet to understand the distance between words and action is enormous. Most leaders in Africa can articulate our problems but nothing is done about it.

[@olaleyekemi]

So true. Talk is cheap!

[@Yaamphcas]

I never expected this much wisdom from a professional fashion designer, felt like I was in a sermon and breaking bread with elders. Well spoken Sir

[@tshidimonatsi8754]

I love this guy's TRUTH! The part about holy ghost fire is on point 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣 Technology is NOW and we must embrace it fully in Africa if we wanna compete or even be above the rest in the world. awesome interview Tayo. I didn't even know about this guy and am in SA. now i know.

[@africanday7337]

Tayo you're on a talent hunt in South Africa and you've got the smartest of it. Wow!!! 😲😲😲

[@lebo5281]

I love the conversation between the wise, accomplished, & older man and the younger man. Great video Tayo, Fred is a trailblazer, his name will forever be attached to the most exciting time in African fashion and a very important era for young black South African designers.

[@inigomulaisho2809]

Pearls & pearls of wisdom! This is the type of African we need to be.

[@nelosoloved]

So much wisdom coming from this man. Well done Tayo!

[@LaurenHill222]

Tayo’s editing skills and the quality of his videos are on 100🔥🔥👌🏽👌🏽

[@b1digitaldiaspora999]

Man, tayo this brotha was dropping gems 💎. Thank you for this content, much needed for the youth.

[@or1057]

Protect this man at all costs and let him speak to the African leaders and may they receive his word in their hearts

[@nmg1909]

Seconded, bro! I hope their egos will let them listen to him.

[@adeakin3758]

Thank you

[@Perfeccionista89]

Yep

[@or1057]

@Swift what would you suggest we do and what have you done that has worked?

[@kofitwum6858]

2:59, The competition for opportunities in Naija is real so it follows that 'if it doesn't kill you, it makes you stronger' to thrive anywhere 💪.

[@hakeemolateef9246]

Nigerians we have to change the way we think, the government’s are bad but we must not play everything on them. I’m so thankful and glad that I’m aspiring to be one of the problem solver. Now let bring industrialization back to Nigeria big time. Sometimes having a diverse ideas and vision would make you question the greatness and creativity in you to solve any sort of problems in any field. However the decision is left for us to take. Make a decision on what you’ve aspired to be now.

[@nmg1909]

However, they need to create an environment where poor men on the streets can thrive with the knowledge he/she has. But this is not there! The average man is roaming the street wasting his knowledge.

[@hakeemolateef9246]

@@nmg1909 I agreed but nevertheless Creating an enabling environment for everyone to thrive literally base on the industrialization influence on the common people regardless of the condition. I’m sorry to say that down here, many of us normally complain about the businesses that we earned a lot of profits from but yet not satisfy with it. In Nigeria There are a lot of SME’s businesses that earned higher than those countries that have all the benefits talk of the big businesses here. I’m not supporting any form of mediocrity in our government/public offices as we all know how visionless our politicians are but that shouldn’t stop an industrial investment.

[@seemoon7652]

And how are you planing to implement that in Northern Nigeria?

[@hakeemolateef9246]

@@seemoon7652 Elaborate on your point, I couldn’t pick from what you just asked.

[@seemoon7652]

@@hakeemolateef9246 Religious extremists in North Nigeria do not believe in Western education. They want to create a nation base on religious policies. The only way Nigeria can freely advance is if the country becomes a secular country. Extremists do not like progress or free thinkers.

[@ngechumungai8420]

We need more of this conversations as Africans Tayo, thanks for the content, much love from Kenya brother.

[@graliceresources9395]

This guy talk more like a philosopher, a scientist, a historian than a fashion designer. He is well endowed. Stay blessed brother

[@antoinettejo1300]

It's ignorance and the Nigerian mentality that makes you say this. Designers are the most creative intelligent people in humanity. God himself is a designer. Look around you. Look at the universe. Way beyond what you can ever see, think or imagine.

[@MosesMatsepane]

This is an awesome story, not just for Nigeria, but for Africa as a whole.

[@breakHbarriers]

That part where he said, Africa was conquered because of depleted technology is absolutely correct. The man carries wisdom. Great video Tayo.

[@sivuyilemtsi9840]

That is an absolute truth. Our ancestors were warriors, Chinese gun powder defeated us.

[@kwacou4279]

@@sivuyilemtsi9840 What did the Arabs use?

[@blackmac500]

@@kwacou4279 the same as the Europeans

[@kwacou4279]

@@blackmac500 the didn't use gunpowder. They used the sword.

[@gabrielmkhonza7195]

@@kwacou4279 if the Arabs were using swords, they wouldn't survive against the Southern Africans, particularly, the Zulus.

[@chinedumnnamdi3275]

This is the first guy that pointed out how Africa was conquered...I have been saying this for a while

[@tvs9978]

This is not rocket science. Even form 2 history will tell you the simple truth. A spear/bows and arrows can never defeat a gun/cannons.

[@GoodnessDicksonA]

So much lessons to learn from this video. As a climate activist and environmental advocates, there is need for me to seek and provide sustain solutions that will attract people and also solve the problems we face in our society. Thank you 🙏

[@Light-oz5pv]

Love a lot of what he said and I’m excited about the prospect of brands like The Naira Haus that are centering their work around locally made products in Nigeria. It matters how we make things happen for ourselves and continent.

[@naija4lifeNaija4lifestyle]

Mr.Eboka is ,so refreshingly inspiring, and eloquent....KUDOS to him and to other trail-blazing Africans like him...CHAPEAU !

[@lovellesokan9107]

Thank you for coming back home. I love my Nigerian brothers and sisters. I love this in depth interview.I predicted this based on ECOWAS HEADED BY NIGERIA< WHERE ARE YOU ?????? Eventhough , I am from Liberia, I love Nigerians so much,that VIOLA< I speak Kru one of the NIGER-KONGO languages. All of a sudden, watching Nigerian movies, when I hear IGBO, I understood it, Igbo is a kru language, All the same words and similar names in Ivorian/Liberia and Sierra Leone Krooos.. It is true about China, in liberia, people used to laughed when we see goods that say made in china goods at that time

[@victordladla1047]

This are the African brothers that we need in SA🇿🇦

[@TWUMKWAME5]

This man is speaking my mind, how in the world are you going to survive without producing anything but consuming so much outside your domain. This is a picture of Africa, if we don't move away from consumption into production, our respect in the world will be very low. Nobody cares about you if you don't bring anything to the table

[@shoremwilson755]

This is one of the most inspirational and interesting video's I have seen in a while.. Love love his advice about success..As Africans we can do it..

[@nothandomngoma3780]

What A Gem! His Mindset Is Golden

[@truecrimewithstella6790]

The reason that one race thinks they are better than the other is because they acquired technology. Words on marble. This video was inspiring. Thank you Tayo for featuring him.

[@BethsSubLover]

Most races don’t think they are better than another! Not one race thinks the exact same thing! That’s a racist thought 💭

[@angelamanzini3497]

Wooow Fred Eboka.... Has been around for a long time,decades now.One of the best imports that Nigerians has given us.He has been consistent and is the best at what he does.Very knowledgeable,a lot to learn from this guy.Let's support our own🇿🇦✊🏾

[@oluwabamisealabi]

I watched this video taking notes. This man is so full of wisdom and he opened my eye to further see the importance of the fashion and textile industry on the growth of an economy. One thing he said that stood out for me is - As long as you keep your picture bigger than your personal gain people's interests becomes your interest and how you solve it becomes your pleasure and that will make you a successful person. This man is so full of wisdom. Gosh🙈 Thank you Tayo for this. God bless you and increase you.

[@nogieolotu9185]

I thought I'm the only one that took note. Really an epistle of wisdom.

[@siphokolanisi6186]

A type of African ( Nigerian ), we need in this country. I'm so impressed 👏👏👏 I feel our National Television ( SABC ) can give him a slot, we can benefit from him

[@amosadewuni460]

For one Nigerian who commits a crime in SA, there are other 20 gainfully employed and entrepreneurial Nigerians contributing to the economy of SA.

[@AjTory]

@@amosadewuni460 🙄 I guess there's another side of Nigeria u don't, not to worry

[@AjTory]

@@amosadewuni460 don't lay 1 type of perspective as the only 1 of course there are bad eggs but there's many good ones, I am an example

[@worldtraveler2417]

@Sipho Kolanisi: Remember, life is unpredictable especially when it comes to geopolitical situation in Africa. Less than thirty years ago many South Africans were political refugees seeking asylum in many African countries & other parts of the world. On the other hand, Nigeria in the 70s and early 80s had a strong economy due to boom in oil explorations. Many Nigerians had quality lifestyles. Many were sent abroad on scholarships to study with government stipends. Unfortunately, incompetent military regimes, bad leaderships & poor management have devastated this once economic powerhouse of Africa. In conclusion, South Africa is booming today but the future of S.A is unpredictable like any country in Africa. Recently, the unpredictable destabilization of a country called Ukraine is a typical example of never look down on your fellow men, for it could be you tomorrow. Hope young South Africans learn from their history. 👍🏿🇺🇸

[@gabrielmkhonza7195]

@@worldtraveler2417 with due respect for your views, people get a leadership that they deserve. If South Africans continue to vote fir the corrupt ANC, then the future is predictable: misery, poverty, slow economic growth, corruption, etc. The future is what you commit to or omit! Africa must choose her Leaders carefully. Vote wisely.

[@koriifaloju2051]

He’s a true living griot A journeyman who has experiences that can enrich others’ lives, and awaken Nigerians & all Africans from the long slumber... Its long overdue and ripe for change

[@angelscakes4678]

Wow,your impact is supposed to make a difference, that's when your success counts. Every problem you solve is a step forward to your goals. Every solution to a problem makes you rich. Genius at his best. A mountain of wisdom in Mr Eboka. Never knew him until now. The interviewer was overwhelmed by Mr Eboka success and lost track. Mr Eboka gave answers to questions not asked ,he used the opportunity to enlighten the audience. Great job.

[@orangemoonglows2692]

i sorta agree about what he said about nigeria. nigeria should actually have one of the largest economies in the world because of the number of people there (200+ million), the age of the population, the natural resources, their port, among other things. nigeria could easily be on the level of korea in 50 years if there was actual motivation/disipline from leadership to make that happen.

[@hopelife8130]

....8 nice my dear but today i really need u to save me im broke this year do to covid so i beg u the best with respect to found me 5ghc for food help please

[@kalabareoyinpreye]

Mr eboka embodies so much knowledge and wisdom. I am watching this over n over again. He speaks truth and this is coming from africa. This has got to me. 👌

[@m77ast]

Tayo - you see this man you are interviewing - inside his head is fashion. You see me here. Inside my head is business. When I say business - I mean global business. When you link someone like me with someone like that what do you create? A global fashion business. Nigeria / Africa 😀 We are coming.

[@Iamtolanii]

Omo your interview selection is 100! Every single person you’ve done a story on has a great story. We somehow don’t capture and learn from People’s stories enough in Africa. So this channel is such a blessing.

[@lily.9802]

I happened to be on KZbin on my TV when you uploaded this so I couldn't comment although I was probably one of the first to watch this interview. I didn't want the interview to end! wow, such wisdom nuggets dropped at every point of the interview. In fact the video was so good I repeated it the moment it ended. There's so much to learn from him and indeed my outlook in life has changed after this interview. Thank you so much for bringing him to us, Tayo. Wish there was a part 2!

[@itsmeveronicaveronica]

His thinking is so next level, and he's so calm and untriggered about it

[@jomufilms]

Important points brought up during the interview concerning Africa's development: 0:00 - 0:15 "Intro" 1:55 - 2:03 "Work for free in the beginning to get places" 3:04 - 3:10 "Nigerians have this unique ability that other africans can adopt" 3:15 - 3:47 4:33 - 4:44 "Don't let racism stand in the way of your goals acknowledge it but don't let it limit you get rid of that victim mentality" 5:37 - 9:42 10:16 - 10:54 11:23 - 11:54 11:55 - 13:53 "Problems/challenges african entrepeneurs still face today and that need to be solved" 15:13 - 15:34 15:53 - 16:38 17:37 - 18:27

[@lifenuggets6740]

This video reminds me of the one you did in SA last time with Mr. Steve Mulumbu. Great entrepreneurs with lots of wisdom. I really love these one on ones.

[@sasbridgecloserstudent]

Great interview! One way Africa is solving a "problem" is through resources. The world relies on it. I hope African leaders take back control of those resources and make it work in favor of Africa. So they can manufacture and produce products. And have the self protection, respect, and power to not allow others to bully you into giving it away.

[@therealist2866]

The “resources” we have take care of are HUMAN resources!

[@sasbridgecloserstudent]

@@therealist2866 I agree. Africans should be the most important resource to Africa. They need protection, including finding ways for them to stay on the continent and succeed.

[@abimbolaorebiyi3582]

Respect to Sir Eboka!!! Love love him for imparting so much knowledge.

[@Amari_900]

WOW, VERY TRUE WHAT Mr FRED EBOKA Is SAYING......... I FEEL Soooo BLESSED TO Have Landed ON This CHANNEL AND THIS VIDEO, LIKED AND SUBSCRIBED... AND I WILL LISTEN TO THIS VIDEO OVER AND OVER, MY FAMILY WILL HAVE TO HEAR THIS MA-Guy.......... THANK YOU AND SALUTE 💯

[@natfadecole]

Tayo for this interview you tried. The best so far.

[@berthekabwe871]

Great interview, the man is full of knowledge. Sadly majority of Ankara /kitenges are printed in Europe and Asia because of lack of technology in Africa.

[@ibibo3146]

It was sabotage not lack of technology.

[@remezomususapatrick6860]

The man is a whole knowledge....he understood what we need to change.....the mindset

[@Snakeman370]

I watch this twice and repeatedly.. This is awesome! I like his insight on racism.

[@isaacahadjie4866]

Wow. I’m impressed. Such a wealth of knowledge! If you’re surrounded by people like this, you’re mindset, thoughts and actions will lead you to success!

[@marko.rankovic]

I love this video Tayo! And I love this man and his wisdom! I can say that among white people there definitely is an ethnic division between Western and Eastern Europeans. My parents are originally from Serbia which is a South Eastern European country, a country that faced a lot of demonization by the West, so I grew up realizing although I am white, there is a divide with my Western counterparts in such a way that we Eastern Europeans mostly indentify ourselves by what side of Europe our heritage is from rather than as "white people". Eastern Europe is also a relatively poor part of Europe and the talented people there just like the talented people in Africa move to the West to prosper instead of staying behind to develop their land, brain-drain is good for those that manage to emigrate but it's not good for those who are left to handle the issues at home. The problem even if you do emigrate is that you have to live with an undignified label which is "immigrant" and your kids being "2nd generation immigrants" who forget your culture because they want to fit in. I'm guilty of being a 2nd generation immigrant myself of trying to just fit in with people around me and a part of me feels like I have a moral obligation to one day move to Serbia and do my part in developing my country where I have heritage. It's why this video hit me good because this guy actually did a similar thing! And the point that to beat racism it's gonna have to start in Nigeria is so true because you can't rely on the decency of the West and their pride in being forward thinking and people running around with BLM posters, it still won't erradicate the attitude that one race is superior to the other, to do that it's gonna take some good humbling of the West and that's what I like about countries like China and Russia, so it's gonna be awesome when Nigeria and other countries of Africa gets into the game too for winning respect instead of being pitied!

[@aeiou0123]

Thank you for this. Are you in the States? I am. Just curious

[@aao449]

What we need to do is devalue what westerner think about us b/c it has no actual value. I realize that I'm responding to a "European" Lol... but my ppl Nigerian/African need to look more inward, take care of our own b/c as they say "Charity begins at home". You don't get respect by asking or pleading for it. You command respect when you no longer need someone and they know you know that they're of no use to you.

[@sewhappywithsenagollo9574]

Totally agree

[@menaseven9093]

This is an awesome interview with Mr. Fed Eboka. I agree with Fred, Nigeria with a population of 200 million people is the leader of Africa. Africans should empower themselves with technology, factories, and businesses.

[@m77ast]

Very good work Tayo - fast becoming my favourite KZbinr. I’m not surprised - it’s the Naija blood. It is fire.

[@fritzpaul2740]

Every time ⏲️ I think 🤔 that your video 📹 can't get better, you surprise me 😱 This the most informative and inspiring video yet 👍🏿👍🏿

[@africanmindsetseries]

Thanks Tayo... Fantastic interview. The man dropped some nuggets. I agree with him... Technology is key but even more so "offensive technology". There was technology in Africa at the time of slavery and colonisation but not the "right" technology. We need to stop being so meek and mild. We also need to become self sufficient and produce what we consume. This mindset that "imported is better" has to stop!

[@mizmelanatedroyalty5698]

Such a great video, this Nigerian man's work is Amazing ❤️. And he speaks such truth. 👍🏿👍🏿🇳🇬🇳🇬😊

[@rosahacketts1668]

Definitely, Nigerians can go anywhere and 'just run the engine'. Oprah Magazine is owned by Oprah. God has created us equally but those with the technology and science overpower us. I am so looking forward in seeing Africa rise and rise and rise.

[@mikemnisi884]

If only African Leaders were having advisers like Mr Eboka, I tell Africa will be advanced in so many things. I learned a lot from this interview, wow!

[@melvinphuti515]

Everyone can run an engine anywhere in the world regardless of nationality. People of different nationalities thrive in foreign countries, especially those who come from countries that have a lot more socioeconomic issues.

[@Maxymiliaa]

Thank you so much for this. I thoroughly enjoyed it. As a shoe designer who wants to one day make clothes for unrepresented woman, with a luxury aesthetic it was a good watch.

[@MrKalamazoom]

This is so inspiring.. Thank you Mr. Eboka for the wisdom shared to the African youths and African leaders. Tayo, keep it up. Your video contents and editing have massively improved. Super proud of you and your work.

[@tc-bh7vc]

Tayo thank you for the best video ever. Mr Eboka gave us something to think about as Africans.

[@PLZRWD]

It’s so refreshing to here is mindset on his desire to move back to Africa 🌍

[@Cyril-OC]

Amazing This is one Video i had to download on my system to listen and learn again thanks @Tayo

[@drapedingold723]

He spoke truth. Better tailoring. Better fabric. No more polyester

[@AfriPrincess411]

Bring this business to NIGERIA 🇳🇬

[@franciskatende1566]

nigeria would have suffocated him.

[@rubendejong6748]

There is a reason why he did not go to Nigeria, and that says a lot. South Africa is the place to be (Legally) and respect the law.

[@fesderi3933]

@@rubendejong6748 everyone have their choice

[@judethomas7418]

@@rubendejong6748 the competition in Nigeria is huge

[@vusumuzimntambo9708]

Nigeria is just not marketable and that's the truth

[@christopherbuffong1851]

i thought i was going to learn about fashion but what i really learnt was a progressive perspective to grow as a black man.

[@IamAfrikan]

This video is packed with a lot of knowledge. I see a man full of talent. When you are very talented and have a lot to offer, you don’t worry about racism. It exists, true but you bring yourself to standstill if that’s all you see. I love this man for speaking about the issues of production and manufacturing. Great interview.

[@abinibihub]

this is bigger than just fashion. this is eye opening..

[@XOXOPriscilla]

Thanks, this conversation caused a thought shift. Also I enjoyed how you made the story more captivating with your editing 👏🏾✨

[@u4mizzle1]

First💃💃Lemmi watch now Now I v settled to rewatch and boy am I so proud of d wisdom learnt in this short video… We all need to understand that trends r changing and we as Africans need to catch up… gone are d days of being mediocre n sitting in a box… tech is d new oil and entertainment too…. Very wise man… I absolutely love ur interview sessions with great intellectual people.. Kudos

[@CUZiifx]

Bro there should be a part 2 to this video, It’s an eye opener for me and it has really broadened my thinking and my approach to my craft

[@oziomadede-konkwo4956]

I truly respect this man. He is an inspiration.

[@BisoyeAkinwumi]

Awesome interview Tayo! Fred Eboka is truly an asset to Africa.

[@sikhumbuzopizavena8727]

AS SOUTH AFRICAN THAT I WANT TO HERE,THIS GUY IS GOOD EXAMPLE NOT THIS NONSENSE WE HERE,FROM OTHER NIGERIANS BIG UP BROTHER MY GOD BLESS YOU.