ABUJA TRADE FAIR VENDORS OPTIMISTIC DESPITE LOW TURNOUT

Sellers hopeful sales will pick up as Abuja International Trade Fair continues.

Vendors at the Abuja International Trade Fair (AITF), themed “Sustainability, Consumption, Incentives and Taxation,” expressed optimism for better sales despite a slow start. Ghanaian trader Veronica Aboagye and Chinese participant Zhang Wei remain hopeful Nigerians will boost patronage soon. Local seller Joseph Asogwa values the fair not just for sales but building strong business connections. ACCI President Emeka Obegolu urged Nigerians to support the event, launching the BABA FEST initiative to encourage buying and investing in Africa, aligning with UN Sustainable Development Goals.