Governor Godwin Obaseki-led government has said its Mega Trade Fair is a strategic move to significantly advance the economic prospects of the State.
Tagged “Promoting Trade, Creating Wealth Through Linkages”, the 2024 edition according to the State’s Commissioner of Business, Trade and Cooperatives, Honorable Patrick Iria Uanseru, targets to further showcase investment and other business potentials of Edo.
The Commissioner also highlighted that this year’s fair is a crucial opportunity for economic advancement, designed to strengthen business connections and open new avenues for wealth creation in Edo State and beyond.
Commenced on Monday, August 19th, the Tarde Fair is being hosted at Garrick Memorial Field, Ekenhuan Road, across from the University of Benin Ekenhuan Campus, and will run until Saturday, August 24, 2024.
Furthermore, he said the event has attracted a diverse range of participants from various sectors, eager to showcase their products, build strategic partnerships, and engage in meaningful business exchanges.
Dignitaries from Edo State government including Mrs. Adaeze Aguele-Kalu, the Honorable Commissioner of Finance; Mr. Kingsley Uwagbale, the Honorable Commissioner for Public Safety and Security; Joshua Omokhodion, the Honorable Commissioner for Environment and Sustainability.
Also in attendance were: Udo Asi Suraj, the Honorable Commissioner for Water Resources; Zubairu Dada Abubakar, the Honorable Commissioner for Youths and Humanitarian Affairs; and Christabel Omo Ekwu, the Honorable Commissioner for Social Development and Gender Issues.
Also present at the ceremony were the Permanent Secretary, B.J. Igbinobaro; the Director for Trade Promotion, Mrs. Anthonia Afogu; and other Directors, Heads, and staff of the Ministry, all of whom played pivotal roles in organizing this landmark event.
“Their presence underscored the government’s collective commitment to advancing trade and economic growth in the state. The Edo Mega Trade Fair 2024 showcases a diverse range of products and sectors, including agriculture and agro-allied, building and construction, plants and equipment, oil and gas, mining and energy, ICT and communications, banking, finance, and insurance.
“Personal care and household products, furniture, fittings, and interior decorations, fashion, textile, and clothing apparel, jewelry, food and drinks, and pharmaceutical and health care.
“This extensive display highlights the broad spectrum of industries contributing to the economic vibrancy of Edo State and Nigeria as a whole.
“With strong support from notable partners such as Fidelity Bank, Gladtrico, Okomu, Presco, and Buams Multinational, the fair emphasizes the importance of collaboration in driving the state’s economic agenda.
“As the Edo Mega Trade Fair 2024 continues, participants and visitors are encouraged to explore the diverse opportunities presented, form valuable connections, and contribute to the ongoing growth and development of the region,” the Commissioner added.
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