In a bid to further enhance local enterprise and promote economic inclusivity, the Chairman of Abeokuta North Local Government, Hon. Dr. Lanre Oyegbola-Sodipo, today held a strategic meeting with representatives of GiriToday, a digital e-commerce company, at the Council Secretariat, Akomoje.
The meeting focused on an impending partnership aimed at empowering local entrepreneurs and integrating small and medium-scale business owners into the digital marketplace.
During the engagement, the GiriToday team made a comprehensive presentation outlining their plan to onboard local producers, artisans, and traders from Abeokuta North onto their online platform. This initiative is designed to help business owners showcase their products, access wider markets, and conduct seamless online transactions—thereby boosting commerce and driving sustainable economic growth within the Local Government.
In his remarks, Hon. Dr. Oyegbola-Sodipo reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to fostering innovation and creating an enabling environment where local businesses can thrive. He emphasized that embracing digital technology is crucial to strengthening self-reliance, promoting entrepreneurship, and increasing the visibility of indigenous products across Nigeria and beyond.
The Office of Skill Acquisition and Enterprise Development also expressed readiness to collaborate closely with GiriToday and other relevant partners to actualize this vision of digital and economic transformation.
Under the purposeful leadership of Hon. Dr. Lanre Oyegbola-Sodipo, Abeokuta North Local Government continues to champion progressive initiatives that empower residents and build a vibrant, inclusive, and economically strong community.
Signed:
Oluwakayode Ajibola
Deputy Chief of Staff &
Head of Media and Communications to the Chairman,
Abeokuta North Local Government