Spar berths in Calabar; Records unprecedented attendance

Nigerians and foreigners from all works of life residing in Cross River trouped out to Calabar Mall in the Capital's Cultural Centre as SPAR officially launched its Largest Store in the Country. 

The Hypermarket which operates the largest chain of stores in Nigeria opened its doors to thousands of eager shoppers who came from around the state to witness the launch and enjoy the much publicised promo packages from the hypermarket. 
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. we are eager to give the beautiful people of Cross River amazing offers on high quality items ranging from fast moving consumer goods to home furnishings and electronics. 

“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. 

 About SPAR 
SPAR in Nigeria is a part of an international retail chain originating from Holland. SPAR, a Dutch multinational retail chain has global presence in 43 countries across 4 continents with over 12,500 stores. Apart from Nigeria, SPAR boast of its presence in Angola, Australia, Austria, Belgium, Botswana, China, Croatia, Czech Republic, Denmark, France, Germany, Georgia, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Japan, Lebanon, Mauritius, Mozambique. Namibia, Netherlands, Norway, Oman, Poland, Portugal, Qatar, Russia, Slovenia, South Africa, Spain, Switzerland, Ukraine, United Arab Emirates, United kingdom, Zambia, Zimbabwe to name a few. 

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