From the Michael Chudi Ejekam Blog: Large Supermarkets Center on Africa

As a thought leader in Nigeria’s retail revolution, Michael Chudi Ejekam watches the sector with a keen eye. As of late, many supermarket giants have turned their attention to Africa, hoping to become established and take advantage of the blossoming market. Out of the top 100 markets, Africa and the Middle East accounted for just 12% back in 2012, but by 2013, the number jumped to 15%, and by 2015, the regions were home to 16.2%. In this article, the Michael Chudi Ejekam Blog will examine several huge supermarket chains that have decided to center on Africa for growth, and

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From the Michael Ejekam Blog: Top African Nations for Retail Development

Michael Ejekam is known for his work in the retail development sector throughout all of Africa. He has had a hand in numerous projects, often with a focus on Sub-Saharan Africa and his motherland of Nigeria. AT Kearney recently published its African Retail Development Index and rated countries based on various aspects, such as market attractiveness, country risk, market saturation, and time pressure, to determine which ones were the most desirable for retail development. Which ones came out on top? You’ll find the answers below, in this Michael Ejekam blog. 1. Gabon The prior report listed Gabon as number five,

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From the Michael Chu’di Ejekam Blog: Succeeding in Nigerian Retail

Three Tips to Make Your Nigerian Retail Venture a Win Michael Chu’di Ejekam has experience choosing the best retail ventures throughout Africa and America. His experiences have served him, the companies he has represented, and individual investors well. This has also helped Michael Chu’di Ejekam become known as a thought leader in the Nigerian retail revolution, but some of the expertise comes from watching what’s happening in other parts of the world, and knowing which business strategies help businesses succeed in unique economic environments. The retail industry in Nigeria is still strong and a good opportunity for entrepreneurs, but it’s

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Michael Chudi Ejekam Blog: Impact of Retail on Youth Employment

Through the years, Michael Chudi Ejekam has had a hand in the development of several malls throughout Nigeria and Africa as a whole. These retail spaces aren’t just a sign of a growing economy, or even of improving lifestyles for people. For Nigeria’s unemployed young workers, they may be a sign of hope. This Michael Chudi Ejekam blog explores the unemployment issue in Nigeria and how retail just might be a key piece in solving it. A “Society in Danger of Destruction” Not too long ago, the president and CEO of Dangote Group in Nigeria used that phrase to describe

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Michael Ejekam Blog: Emerging Commercial Real Estate Trends

Michael Ejekam has been active in the commercial real estate market both in Africa and in the United States. With a core focus on selecting strong real estate investments, he’s had a hand in the creation of millions of dollars in retail space. Naturally, the real estate market in Africa is different than that of the United States, and the rest of the world for that matter, but we are seeing some global trends in how entrepreneurs are making the most of their space and paving the path to success. While the deals that Michael Ejekam helps bring to fruition

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Architects claim this 3D-printed house is earthquake-proof

Image: People’s Daily/facebook While we’ve been hearing a lot about 3D-printed structures, this two-storey villa located in Beijing, China, is impressive if it lives up to its claims. The 400-square-metre house, with walls as thick as 2.5 metres, was fully printed in one go, and constructioncompleted in just 45 days. SEE ALSO: Bullied parrot finds new confidence with 3D-printed beak According to The Mirror, a project manager for the house has claimed that the house is sturdy enough to withstand an 8-Richter scale magnitude earthquake. Image: PEOPLE’S DAILY/FACEBOOK Beijing-based architecture firm Huashang Tengda told reporters that the entire project required

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Michael Chu’di Ejekam Presentation At Broll Convention

Michael Chu’di Ejekam delivered a presentation on the Broll event titled “Retail Industry: 10 Years from Now”. Michael’s presentation focuses on Nigeria’s retail development and is aptly named “The next generation of malls in Nigeria – the same? or Adapt?”. Check this slideshare for more information.

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