Shoprite Opens biggest Outlet in Ibadan

Multipurpose departmental stores Shoprite Thursday opened a new outlet in Ibadan, the biggest in Sub-Saharan Africa.

The Ibadan Branch Manager of the stores Mr. Oshungboye, after inauguration of the outlet on Ring Road, said apart from providing employment opportunities, Nigerians now have the opportunity to buy goods and services at cheaper prices.

“We have employed 250 staff and 150 persons as supportive staff…” Oshungboye informed. He added that the store projected to open over 200 outlets across the country in the next five years.

“There are plans to open five more outlets before the end of the year and we are particularly considering Ota, Apapa, Festac and some parts of the South-South Zone of Nigeria” the Manager indicated.

“By bringing Shoprite outlets nearer to the people, we hope that they will visit less of open markets where the quality of goods and services are not guaranteed,” Oshungboye noted. The new branch brings to 10 Shoprite outlets in the country.