Some businesses in Nigeria are rising to the challenges of complexities characterising modern day environment and dynamism in consumer demand and behaviour.
The one-stop shop that has continually provided digital solutions to helping them scale up for profitability is Webcore Nigeria, founded by Eloho Oyegwa.
The Webcore Nigeria CEO hails from the Isoko ethnic group in Delta State. The cerebral entrepreneur is the fifth of six siblings and his value-driven philosophy about business relations with clients and society at large imbibed by him is a virtue he watched his parents exhibited as a child.
He was born in Lagos and grew up in Surulere, where he created unbreakable bonds with his community and people. However, his parents, who brought him up with the fear of God as Christians, ensured he also did not lose affinity with his culture and people.
“I come from a religious, warm and loving family. My parents have always been my pillars of strength and have taught me invaluable life lessons. My father, Engineer Jeremiah Akporuere Oyegwa, is a hardworking individual who has instilled in me the importance of dedication and perseverance. My mother, Mrs Felicia Aruoriwo Oyegwa, is incredibly compassionate and has taught me the significance of empathy and kindness, ” Oyegwa said.
Speaking further, he said: “I am the 5th child born before the youngest child in our family. Growing up, my parents emphasized the values of honesty, integrity, and respect for others. They taught me the importance of education and encouraged me to pursue my passions. Our family gatherings were filled with love, laughter, and the joy of togetherness.
“I was born in Lagos State.This town holds a special place in my heart. It’s where I learned my first lessons, made lifelong friendships, and developed a strong sense of community. During the yuletide season in the late 1980’s and early 1990’smy childhood was marked by frequent visits to my native hometown in Okpawha village, Aviara Town, Isoko South, Delta State.
“These visits were moments of joy, where I connected with my grandparents and extended family. I immersed myself in my Isoko cultural traditions. Those experiences have shaped my values, making me appreciate the importance of family, culture, and staying connected to my native Isoko roots”, added the Webcore Nigeria visioned.
He attended Ade Akodu Memorial Primary School and Gbaja Boys High School–both in Lagos. The Webcore Nigeria founder developed core interest in computer education in the 1990s while in primary school. His teacher’s emphasis that computer will dominate the future left an indelible understanding on his mind as a child.
He went on to obtain a diploma in Computer Science at Lagos City Polytechnic and graduated from Lagos City Polytechnic in 2011– thoroughly equipped with comprehensive understanding of Computer Science.
“When it came to choosing my discipline at the higher institution of learning, I was deeply influenced by computers in my early years as a child growing up. While in primary school in the year 1991 I was thought briefly about computers. By checking the history, 1991 was around the period the first website was introduced to the world.
“While in class in primary school my teacher once said that in the future computers would take over the world,” the Webcore Nigeria managing director expressed.
“That statement made by my teacher stuck in my memory till this very day and at that time, I was too young to understand because my perception of computers of those early days were machines that looked like little television screens with a typewriter connected to it. Since those early periods of my life from the 1990’s to late 2000’s I have observed the way computers have been used in problem-solving and it’s use in real-world applications,” he stressed.
In 2016, he registered the digital innovation company two years after it began operations. In seven years, it has emerged as a leader in the realm of online presence management, as it has some corporate and individual brands as clients.
“At the core of my business philosophy lies the belief in the transformative potential of digital technology. I have embraced a product-led approach, curating a range of digital products including Social Media Marketing, SEO, Internet Branding, Online Presence, and Digital Marketing packages, all accessible through my e-commerce website at Webcore Nigeria,” he stated.
“My philosophy revolves around empowering businesses and individuals by providing them with innovative solutions tailored to the digital age. Through continuous research and development, I ensure that each product not only meets but exceeds industry standards, enabling my clients to thrive in the competitive online landscape.
“Customer satisfaction is paramount, and I strive to deliver not just products but comprehensive solutions that enhance brand visibility, engagement, and overall digital presence, embodying the essence of my business philosophy.
“One of our notable successes lie in the strategic management of social media profiles for prominent personalities in Nigeria, including the revered prophet, Jeremiah Omoto Fufeyin. We played a pivotal role in elevating his Instagram following from 43,000 to an impressive 300,000 in 2018.
“Simultaneously, his Facebook page experienced exponential growth, soaring from 600,000 to an astounding 2 million followers, and his YouTube subscribers witnessed a surge from 134,000 to an impressive 600,000 during the same period”, added the Webcore Nigeria CEO.
The Webcore Nigeria owner is also a philanthropist.
