The economic might of any given nation or society is always pinned down to its natural/material resources, as well as the human resources to harness these endowments for commercial gain. But then, it isn’t enough to possess these resources without a correlating distribution outlet that would ensure culmination of the production process. This is where markets come in as very vital ingredients in determining the economic strength of any given geographical milieu.
Within the Nigerian commercial landscape, a number of markets have over the years emerged as particular nerve centres for commerce and trade. Eko Hot Blog takes a look at the most boisterous and visited markets in Nigeria.
Onitsha Market (Anambra)
Onitsha main market is considered as West Africa’s commercial powerhouse. From imported second-hand clothing to jewelry to industrial equipment, Onitsha has it all in its expansive market, considered the biggest market in terms of item availability and land size.