Former Minister of Tourism Officiates at the Grand Launch of SPAR Calabar

VICTORIA ISLAND, Nigeria - July 8, 2016 - PRLog -- SPAR has officially unveiled its 10^th Store in the Tourism Capital of Nigeria in a spectacular ceremony that has recorded the highest number shoppers in any Store launch in Nigeria.

The Hypermarket which operates the largest chain of stores in Nigeria opened its doors to an unprecedented number of eager shoppers who came from around the state to witness the event.

Past minister of Tourism, High Chief Edem Duke officiated the ceremony with the cutting of the Ribbon amidst traditional dance performances and other side attractions.

While declaring SPAR officially open, Edem Duke congratulated SPAR for investing in Cross River and commended the Hypermarket for enhancing development in the State.

Also in attendance was Cross-River State's former commissioner of Sports and CEO of Hit FM Patrick Ugbe alongside several other media personalities. The Children of Access Schools Calabar, elegantly dressed in uniforms also joined in the ceremony.

According to the Brand's spokesperson Mr. John Goldsmith,

"SPAR is the Hypermarket for all Nigerians irrespective of socio-economic differences. Our outlets are carefully controlled to offer the most competitive prices on fasting moving consumer goods and other items required to make life comfortable.

"Over 50,000 shoppers were present at the store today. At some point shoppers had to be ushered in batches to manage the deluge entering the store.'' He added.

In commemoration of the Calabar launch, SPAR is offering all its shoppers an opportunity to win spectacular gifts. On any purchase of 2,500 Naira and above shoppers get instant gifts ranging from electronic devices to edible goods.

With over 5000 sq. metres in retail space, SPAR Calabar is presently the largest outlet in Nigeria. The Hypermarket now boasts of over 34,000 sq. metres of retail space in the Country.  The new Hypermarket, like other outlets offers an array of products, ranging from Grocery, Bakery, Butchery, Fruits & Vegetables, Hot Meals, Wine & Spirits, Fast Moving Consumer Goods, Consumer Electronics, Large and Small Home Appliances, Mobile Phones, Laptops & Tablets, Perfumes, Watches & Jewellery.

SPAR is franchised by Artee Group's Park and Shop for Nigerian operations and is presently located in Victoria Island, Lekki, Maryland Ikeja, MMA2, Abuja Wuse II, Port Harcourt and Calabar.

For more information visit http://www.SPARnigeria.com