Lagos State Governor Akinwunmi Ambode yesterday received a delegation from Walmart Incorporated, a leading global brand in retail supermarket.
He said the state is ready to support and assist them establish presence in the state.
Receiving the delegation led by the President and Chief Executive Officer of Walmart Europe, Middle East, Africa and Canada, Ms Shelley Broader, Ambode said the presence of the Walmart brand in Lagos would not only create jobs but boost the state’s economy.
He said the success story of the brand, which operates in 28 countries with over 2.2 million employees, will be beneficial to the state’s growth.
“That summaries the reason why Walmart has to berth in Lagos. We are committed to expanding the business scope for Walmart and like I said I am interested in having your brand signature in Lagos.
“As we speak, we have a population of over 21 million people and four million are middle class.
“We have youths craving for jobs and whatever it is that we do, we want to make sure that we attract as much investment in Lagos that can help us take our youths off the streets,” he said.
Ms. Broader acknowledged the investment opportunities in the state, adding that the group is ready to expand its horizon and create jobs.
“We are incredibly excited and proud to be in Lagos. Just looking at the burgeoning economy and at the growth in this market is very exciting and now Walmart operates in 28 countries and our mission is to lower the cost of living to help people save and live better.”
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