Lagos State Deputy Governor, Dr. Obafemi Hamzat, has commended traders, business leaders and stakeholders for their contributions to the growth of Alaba International Market.
Epe Insights reports that Hamzat spoke during the Gala and Awards Night held to mark the unveiling and commissioning of the Alaba International Market Conference Centre.
The event brought together traders, business leaders and other stakeholders to celebrate the new facility and recognise contributions to the development of the market.
Hamzat described Alaba International Market as an important centre for enterprise and commercial activities.
He said markets such as Alaba play a significant role in strengthening the economy by creating opportunities for businesses and supporting livelihoods.
The Deputy Governor commended individuals and organisations whose efforts have contributed to the market’s continued growth and success.
He also acknowledged the traders and business leaders who continue to sustain economic activities within the market.
The commissioning of the conference centre marks another development in the expansion of facilities at the market.
The facility is expected to provide space for conferences, meetings, business engagements and other activities involving traders and stakeholders.
Alaba International Market remains a major commercial hub, attracting traders, entrepreneurs and customers from Lagos and other parts of Nigeria.
Its activities support trade and contribute to the movement of goods across different sectors of the economy.
Hamzat’s participation at the event highlighted the importance of recognising the contribution of organised markets to Lagos’ economic development.
The Gala and Awards Night also provided an opportunity to celebrate individuals who have contributed to the progress of Alaba International Market.
The Deputy Governor urged stakeholders to sustain their commitment to the market’s development.
He noted that continued cooperation among traders, business leaders and other stakeholders would help strengthen the market’s economic potential.
The new conference centre is expected to support better interaction, networking and collaboration among stakeholders.
It also adds to the facilities available to support the market’s growing commercial activities.
Hamzat expressed appreciation to everyone whose dedication has contributed to the market’s development.
He reaffirmed the importance of enterprise and productive commercial activities to the growth of Lagos State’s economy.
The event ended with stakeholders celebrating the new facility and the continued progress of Alaba International Market.
