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Shoprite to Close Abuja Branch as Nigeria’s Business Exodus Continues

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  • Shoprite Mall in Wuse, Abuja, to cease operations by June 30, 2024
  • Closure adds to growing list of multinational exits from Nigeria due to challenging business environment.

 

Abuja, Nigeria – In a fresh blow to Nigeria’s retail sector, Shoprite Mall, the Nigerian franchise of the renowned South African brand, has announced it will shutter its branch in Wuse, a prime location in Abuja, by the end of June. This decision has also led to the termination of services from its suppliers, signalling broader economic strains within the region.

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