Excitement Builds As Ogun Hosts International Trade Fair 

ABEOKUTA, OGUN STATE, NIGERIA – The Special Adviser to Governor Dapo Abiodun on Industry, Oluyemisi Somorin-Dawodu, has expressed the growing excitement among stakeholders in the South-West geopolitical zone as they gear up for the highly anticipated 13th Gateway International Trade Fair in Abeokuta, Ogun State.

Scheduled to take place from April 19 to 29, 2024, at the M.K.O Abiola International Trade Fair Complex, the event promises an increased number of exhibitors and a wider range of products.

Also, a more efficient transportation system has been arranged to facilitate the movement of visitors to the Trade Fair Complex.

Speaking to journalists about the upcoming trade fair, Somorin-Dawodu emphasized its theme: “Achieving Economic Prosperity Through Business Connection, Trade, and Investment.”

She stated that extensive preparations are underway to ensure a warm welcome for all participants.

Somorin-Dawodu added that this year’s trade fair is more than just the exhibition of products as a lot of other economic and trade-related activities have been lined up to make the experience more worthwhile for participants who will be coming from far and wide.

As part of the new innovations, residents of the state and other stakeholders will have the chance to win the grand prize of a two-bedroom bungalow in a raffle draw to be conducted during the Fair.

An entertainment village, expected to add more glamour to the event, while meeting the needs of visitors, has also been introduced by the organisers.

Somorin-Dawodu added that new innovations introduced into the event this year are generating excitement among stakeholders as the date draws closer.

She said that both the Ogun State Chambers of Commerce, Industry, Mines and Agriculture (OGUNCCIMA), which organises the annual Trade Fair and the Ogun State government are working round the clock to give participants unforgettable experiences.

“We decided to make the Fair bigger and better. Among other innovations, we have introduced the raffle draw that will help to bring more people to the Trade Fair, and there will be daily prizes.

“The main prize is a two-bedroom bungalow. And we have also introduced the Entertainment Village where we are going to be selling drinks, food, etc. There will be good music and a live band,” the Special Adviser said.

Also speaking, OGUNCCIMA President , Engr. Mike Akingbade said more participants are being expected at the trade fair as a result of the new innovations introduced by the state government.

“I can tell you that we are working happily towards holding a more improved trade fair,” he said.