Ecobank Nigeria has launched Oja Oge, a pop-up marketplace tailored for entrepreneurs operating within the Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) sector.

More than 100 fashion, beauty, and lifestyle enterprises from across the nation have expressed their enthusiasm and readiness to participate in the inaugural 'Oja Oge' pop-up marketplace organized by Ecobank.

Oja Oge by Ecobank serves as a pop-up marketplace dedicated to fashion, beauty, wellness, lifestyle, and entertainment.

This two-day event is set to take place at the Ecobank Pan African Centre complex located on Victoria Island, Lagos, on August 31 and September 1, 2024, starting at 10 am each day.

During a pre-event briefing for exhibitors in Lagos on Tuesday, Omoboye Odu, Head of SME, Partnerships, and Collaborations at Ecobank Nigeria, conveyed her admiration for the quality and reputation of the exhibitors who have signed up for the fair. She assured them and other participants that comprehensive arrangements have been made to ensure the event's success.

'Oja Oge' is part of Ecobank's broader initiatives aimed at empowering small and medium enterprises in Nigeria.

The exhibition offers a platform not only for buying and selling products but also for experiencing the richness and creativity of fashion and lifestyle trends, alongside a diverse array of music and food options for all attendees. A number of esteemed and highly-rated exhibitors are already confirmed for the event.

Among the participating brands, as noted by the bank, are Techno, Ash Luxury, House of Tara, Lush Hair, Rite Foods, Burger King, Sisiano, Nuban, Outlash, Titi Belo, Fia Factory, D’closet Couture, House of Nwocha, Tecno, and many more.

“Throughout these two days, visitors will enjoy a shopping extravaganza, masterclasses, hair and makeup sessions, diverse entertainment, and folk music concerts. Additionally, we have arranged a beautifully curated fashion runway each day at 6 pm featuring renowned contemporary fashion brands such as Ugo Monye, Imad Eduso, and others.

The bank announced that all of these elements have been curated for you and other distinguished guests. It will showcase the finest examples of contemporary pan-African and Afro-trendy lifestyle trends, all within a comfortable and serene atmosphere designed for your enjoyment.