Shoprite Opens Biggest Mall in Onitsha

Ikem O.
Apr 17, 2016
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Wednesday, the 15th of April 2016 is a day not to be easily forgotten in the memory of the residents of Onitsha town in Anambra State as it was the day that Superstore giants, Shoprite, had their mega-mall edifice commissioned in the town by the State governor, Chief Willie Obiano.

Commissioning the project amidst fanfare and celebration, Governor Obiano restated the major blueprint of his administration which includes trade and commerce. He noted that his target was for the people of the state to begin to enjoy shopping activities in the best environment with quality and standard being the hallmark.

The Governor added that the mall, which was built on a government-private partnership, already has heavy security presence, would have two additional Police patrol cars while the Ministry of Works would commence the construction of an exit route at the back of the mall for easy accessibility.

Commissioning the Shoprite Mall (which is an anchor tenant), the Governor expressed hope that among other things, the mall would decongest the open market, break shopping traffic from Anambra and attract more investors to the State for increased revenue generation.

The Onitsha Mall, which was initiated by the immediate past administration, is the largest retail shopping centre in Onitsha and one of the most iconic malls in Anambra State.

This project was a shining example of what could be achieved when a proper synergy exists between government and private investment partners.