The Lagos State Government says the Ounje Eko discount markets will reopen to Lagosians on Sunday, March 24, 2024.

The Lagos State Commissioner for Information and Strategy, Gbenga Omotoso, made this known in a statement issued on Saturday, March 23.

Omotoso said the residents have been hailing the administration of Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu for bringing the initiative to all the five divisions of Lagos State, adding that the governor rolled out the initiative, amongst others, to impact lives in various sectors of the economy, such as transportation, Medium and Small Scale Enterprise (MSME) trade, food, education, and health.

The commissioner noted: “They will all be run under the theme, EKO CARES.

“The Ounje Eko market pilot scheme began on Sunday, March 17 with sales of discounted food items, such as rice, beans, garri, bread, eggs, and perishables – tomato, pepper, rodo, and onions.

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“Local food vendors have witnessed increased sales since the exercise started, just as residents in each locality are excited at the low prices.”

Omotoso said the activities in each market are coordinated by Lagos State Government officials, youth volunteers, private sector payment solution providers, and local government officials to ensure seamless operations.

He, however, urged the residents to look out for prices of the items displayed in each locality as they might slightly differ in different locations in the state.

“A new market location has also been introduced in Lekki Phase 1 to cater to the needs of residents within the area.

“The detailed locations of Ounje Eko markets can be found on all Lagos State Government social media platforms – Facebook, Instagram, X, and www.lagosstate.gov.ng,” the commissioner added.

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