# Razaq Okoya

A legendary industrialist who pioneered the local manufacturing of plastics, writing materials, and household utensils, building a massive industrial estate in Lagos. His factories have employed thousands of workers over several decades, promoting domestic manufacturing and self-reliance. He is a strong supporter of industrial education, arguing that vocational skills training is essential for industrial growth.

- Region: 234
- Affiliation: Eleganza Group
- Industry: Household Goods Manufacturing, Real Estate
- URL: https://xecon.dev/234/profiles/people/razaq-okoya
- Updated: 2026-05-27

## Sources

1. [Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Razaq_Okoya)
2. [Legit](https://www.legit.ng/business-economy/money/1565653-meet-razaq-okoya-rose-a-common-tailor-billionaire-industrialist/)
3. [Billionaires](https://www.billionaires.africa/2025/02/10/how-a-tailors-son-became-a-billionaire-the-rise-of-nigerian-industrialist-razaq-okoya/)