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By Zika Bobby
Warehouse24, Nigeria’s digital wholesale marketplace, has announced the launch of its e-commerce platform, aimed at revolutionising the way bulk buyers procure high-quality products in Nigeria.
Product Manager of Warehouse24, Dolapo Ojelabi, said through in-depth research and interviews with retailers, cooperative societies, and procurement managers, the company has identified and addressed the key challenges faced by the Nigerian wholesale industry.
“Traditionally, retailers seeking to procure goods for resale at wholesale prices have encountered significant hurdles. They are required to physically visit major markets where they are at the mercy of middlemen who inflate prices. The lack of standardized bulk prices further exacerbates the problem, resulting in overpayment for goods purchased in bulk.
Furthermore, logistics pose a significant challenge for bulk buyers, especially those located outside Lagos. The need to travel to Lagos, where many manufacturers and bulk distributors are based, not only incurs additional costs but also exposes retailers to security risks,” Ojelabi said
Ojelabi said the e-commerce platform also addresses the pain faced by bulk buyers, providing them with a convenient and cost-effective solution.
