By Emeka Samuel,Uyo
Organizers of the Tropicana Trade Fair have announced the third edition of the Fair 3.0, scheduled for October 30th to November 3rd, 2024, at the Tropicana Mall Grounds in Uyo.
This initiative, launched by the Tropicana Mall, aims to boost footfall and provide support to the brands within the mall, both tenants and patrons alike
The event’s primary goal is to activate product engagement and drive end-of-year sales, making it an ideal platform for vendors to connect with customers in a lively shopping environment as contained in a statement from PRO of the Organisers,A and NE Consultes, Magdalene Mendie.
Endorsed by the State Ministry of Trade and Investment, the event aligns with the state’s commercial objectives, stimulating business activity in a fun, vibrant setting.
Some of the noable partners and vendors include Sundry Market, operators of the mall’s anchor tenant Market Square, Mae Edmonds, Guinness Nigeria Plc, Champion Breweries, and others. The Bank of Industry would also be on hand to provide advisory services, helping vendors explore opportunities for financing and business growth.
The Tropicana Trade Fair, organized by A and NE Consults and endorsed by the Tropicana Mall management, is an annual event that showcases indigenous businesses while promoting entrepreneurship, tourism, and cultural heritage in Akwa Ibom and the South-South region of Nigeria. Now in its third year, the fair is quickly becoming one of the most anticipated events of the year.