7 High-Traffic Locations Perfect for a Retail Kiosk in Nigeria

7 High-Traffic Locations Perfect for a Retail Kiosk in Nigeria.

Nigeria's population is the largest in Africa. With over 200 million people residing in the country, there's almost no place you don't see people.

As a result, finding the perfect spot for a kiosk or cart is quite easy.

Certain areas in the country attract large numbers of people daily, which is good for boosting one's daily sales revenue.

They are also great places for start-ups, small businesses, and even large companies to increase product awareness and build customer rapport.

So setting up a portable, space-efficient sales kiosk in such areas is very profitable. Let's explore seven of these high-traffic locations perfect for a retail kiosk in Nigeria:

 
1. Murtala Muhammed International Airport:

Considering how much people move about daily, transport hubs make great traffic spots. Airports like Murtala Muhammed International Airport in Lagos are constantly packed with travellers everyday. As such, these places provide a steady stream of potential customers.

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2. Ikeja City Mall:

Malls are another great place to find crowds of people. It is estimated that consumer traffic to the Ikeja City Mall in Lagos has grown by over 25 percent since 2011. These malls attract a large number of shoppers daily, making them ideal locations for a retail kiosk.

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3. Bole Festival:

Festivals and food fairs are hot spots for crowds looking to have a good time. While some events, such as the annual Bole Festival in Port Harcourt, aim to specifically promote sales, others create avenues for sales. These events are, however, best suited for food and beverage businesses.

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4. Pan-Atlantic University:

Campuses of universities and colleges, such as the Pan-Atlantic University in Lagos, have a large student population. A diverse crowd of students go there, providing a consistent customer base for retail businesses.

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5. Olumo Rock:

Areas near popular tourist sites, like Olumo Rock in Ogun state, attract both local and international tourists. Thereby creating suitable opportunities for retail sales.

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6. Lagos Island :

Business districts in places, like Lagos Island, are often filled with office workers and professionals, making them high-traffic areas during the weekdays.

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7. Mile 12 Market:

With their tight spaces and bustling nature, busy local markets are perfect for sales kiosks. Markets, such as the Mile 12 Market in Lagos, draw in a diverse crowd looking for various products.

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Ultimately, before choosing a location, make sure to carry out market research and feasibility studies to understand the demands and preferences of the people in the area. Additionally, consider factors such as rental costs, accessibility, and local regulations before setting up the retail kiosk.

Redcity specializes in affordable custom-built sustainable kiosks. If this is something you're considering for your business, you can request a quote here to get started.

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5 Epic Brand Exhibitions at Music Fests

5 Epic Brand Exhibitions at Music Fests.

Music festivals are a great way to unwind and be in good spirits. The communal feeling and the liveliness it brings make it an attractive holiday option.

It's no surprise, then, that visitors from all over the world flock to various festivals held in different countries. It is estimated that over 32 million people attend music festivals each year in the US alone.

This means that music fests are a perfect place to not only meet new people but also introduce what you sell to a vast number of new people.

Businesses know this and so make appearances at these festivals.

Brands like Red Bull, Coca-Cola, and many more are known to attend a variety of music fests. They go all out with their exhibitions just so they can attract attendees to their unique stands.

These exhibitions are not only eye-catching; they're also engaging and fun. Here are five that stood out at music festivals around the world:

Red Bull's "Dance Your Energy" Lounge:

Red Bull's presence at this year's Lollapalooza Music Fest, Brazil was a hard one to miss. Their neon blue duplex display consisted of a base area made using shipping containers. The structure housed a mini-lounge and a dance area for attendees to chill and let loose.

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Tanqueray's Green Bar:

Tanqueray, a gin brand from the UK, attended Lollapalooza, Brazil, looking bright and green. Visitors were welcomed with a classy bar display where they could try a variety of Tanqueray's flavours.

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Sprite's 2018 Water Gun Activation:

As the official sponsors of 2018's Waterbomb Festival in South Korea, Sprite didn't hesitate to bring the drip with their engaging water gun exhibition at that year's event. Black Pink, a popular South Korean girl band, was a notable presence at the exhibition.

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Gillette's AR Game Display:

This popular razor brand took a simple approach with their engaging exhibition at the 2022 Rock in Rio, Brazil. Visitors got a chance to play a simple Augmented Reality (AR) game on their open box display.

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Praça Tiktok:

Another well-known brand at Rock in Rio, Brazil, this video streaming platform was the official content sponsor for last year's event. It had five on-site activations, one of which was the 'Praça Tiktok' (tiktok square), a notable two-story structure where festival goers could meet their favourite tiktok influencers and use Rock-in-Rio-inspired effects on the platform.

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It's safe to say that all these brands didn't disappoint in giving visitors a fun and exhilarating time. If this is something you're considering to also build customer engagement or awareness, click here to customise the perfect display for your brand.

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5 container to office transformations based in Lagos

5 container to office transformations based in Lagos. Gone are the days when work spaces were built with mainly bricks and stones.

With the ever increasing cost of cement and the environmental risks involved in sourcing building materials these days, many businesses have turned to more cost effective and eco-friendly solutions.

Take refurbishing shipping containers for example. Once used to hold cargo, these durable metal boxes have become a revolutionary element in modular building today.

Their ease of renovation, maintenance, and much more make them an attractive space option for forward-thinking businesses. Here's a list of five of these businesses present in Lagos:

 

Chow Noodle Bar: This is a stylish noodle spot in Lekki. Founded by Victoria Ajayi, it's a container restaurant that offers an array of Chinese delicacies.

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Xinoss Autos Ltd: A car dealership owned by Alowolodu Oriyomi. Its office exists within the walls of a furbished shipping container.

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Vestar Coffee: Olatunji Adenuga is the owner of this chic coffee shop. Located in Victoria Island, its building is also made using shipping containers.

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O.K Grills: Another container restaurant located in Lekki. Their menu is loaded with a wide range of barbecue dishes.

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Landmark Hotel and Beach Resort: This luxury beach hotel, founded by Paul Onwuanibe and located in Victoria Island, is a perfect holiday spot. It's as unique as its container facilities. From the reception to the rooms, it's all shipping containers.

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You can also create a unique space for your business. Join the forward-thinking crowd and customize your own pocket-friendly workspace here.

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