Wholesale For Nigeria

Wholesale Business Opportunities In The Nigerian Fast Food Business

2011-11-07T14:54:00.000-08:00

Wholesale business opportunities in the Nigerian fast food business are being created due to the popularity of this nascent business model.

Mr.Bigg's is Nigeria's first chain of fast food restaurants, run by the conglomerate United African Company of Nigeria PLC(UAC PLC). UAC operates 170 outlets in Nigeria and other establishments in neighboring Ghana.

As fast food enterprises become part of the culinary mainstream experience in Nigeria, the opportunities for Nigerian wholesalers to serve this market will grow.

Fast food restaurants can be supplied by food wholesalers, paper good wholesalers, and clothing wholesalers.

Fast food establishments can be cash cows for Nigerian entrepreneurs because they are high volume users of products, and because of their need to constantly reorder supplies.

A business person looking to enter this market should make a list of items which are needed by the industry, and then contact wholesale suppliers and manufacturers of the items which are needed.

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Nigerian Wholesale Businesses Should Embrace Online Marketing

2011-11-07T14:29:00.001-08:00

Nigerian wholesale businesses can greatly increase their sales by implementing online marketing strategies. As more Nigerians utilize Internet capable cell phones, and enjoy access to online services both at home and at work, Nigerian wholesalers should be utilizing online marketing tools to reach potential customers.

Search engines and online media properties such as Google, Yahoo, and Facebook, all offer pay per click advertising programs through which a Nigerian wholesaler can advertise online, and pay only when a prospect clicks on his or her ad.

There are also marketing strategies that can be used for free, such as article writing and posting classified ads to sites that allow posting without any charges.

As Nigerians spend more time online, it will be crucial for all wholesalers, from handbag to dress resellers, to establish an online mechanism for reaching potential buyers.
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Ghana Offers Relocation Opportunities For Nigerian Wholesale Businesses

2011-11-03T10:38:00.001-07:00

Nigerian industries are relocating to Ghana to take advantage of lower infrastructure and labor costs. But because the customer base in Nigeria is much larger and affluent than in Ghana, the stronger market for wholesale products is still Nigeria.

Nigerian wholesale importers can take advantage by moving their business operations to Ghana, and then shipping their wholesale goods to Nigeria, while at the same time selling locally in Ghana.

The cost of an airline ticket to Europe from Ghana is also lower than from Nigeria, providing one more incentive for Nigerians to relocate their wholesale businesses.

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Nigeria Urged To Pursue Its Business Creativity

2011-11-01T10:34:00.000-07:00

Nigerian and Ghana businesses, from the wholesale to the retail level, are urged to develop their own business strategies, instead of basing their operations on those of Western economies, according to Executive Director of Ghana based China Europe International Business School (CEIBS), Professor Kwaku Atuahene-Gima.

The esteemed professor feels that in order for the Nigerian and Ghana economies to fully blossom they need to develop their own business approaches.

While in theory this sounds like a profound idea, and might perhaps be, successful business throughout the ages have been open to learning from other business cultures and implementing the business lessons they have learned.

For instance, a Nigerian boutique selling wholesale dresses might want to see which retail strategies work in the United States and the UK, and implement these ideas while running her dress shop.

Professor Kwaku Atuahene-Gima is probably correct on a macro-economic level, but on an individual wholesale or retail level, business people in both Nigeria and Ghana should take advantage of Western entrepreneurial ideas.

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Donny Lowy
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The Youth Are Helped To Start A Business In Nigeria

2011-11-01T10:24:00.000-07:00

Nigerians are a highly entrepreneurial people. You will find many Nigerians operating side businesses in conjunction with full time employment or studies. In addition there are many Nigerians who operate full time businesses through which they sell wholesale dresses, wholesale suits, wholesale handbags, and pretty much any other type of wholesale and closeout products they can get their hands on.

The Nigerian government is now creating open-door opportunities for the next generation of Nigerians to elevate themselves and the country through the pursuit of starting and running their own business.

The Minister of Youth Development, Mallam Bolaji Abdullahi, led the Federal Government team in spearheading the Youth Enterprise Innovation in Nigeria (YouWin) for the Southwest geo-political zone. The YouWin innovation, which is a program of the Federal Ministry of Finance, the Federal Ministry of Youth Development and the Federal Ministry Communication Technology, has a mission of teaching young Nigerians how to operate and succeed in their own commercial enterprises, such as starting a boutique in Lagos, or importing cars to Abuja from the United States, among many other types of business opportunities.

The initiative will work to provide access to credit to those who require loans to launch their entrepreneurial ventures.

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Donny Lowy
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Wholesale And Retail Business In Nigeria To Benefit From Improved Telecommunications

2011-10-28T08:07:00.001-07:00

MTN Group Ltd., Africa's largest mobile-phone company, said Nigeria's communications regulator asked it to improve services or stop marketing connections to new subscribers. Assuming MTN Group wants to continue to build their cellular phone business, they will need to comply with the regulator and improve their service. Since most Nigerian wholesale and retail entrepreneurs rely on their cell phones for business use, any improvement in service should lead towards an increase in their productivity.

For example, a Nigerian boutique owner will be able to always connect with her customers when a new shipment of wholesale dresses arrives. A Nigerian wholesale handbag importer will be able to have a clearer conversation with his American handbag supplier.

The ability to communicate properly in business is especially important in a society where business is conducted based on personal relationships.

Sincerely,
Donny Lowy
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How To Increase Your Wholesale Clothing Sales In Nigeria

2011-10-05T08:51:00.000-07:00

The following tips can effectively help you increase your wholesale clothing sales in Nigeria. By following these tips carefully, and by applying them to your business as appropriate, you will be able to maximize your sales by meeting the demands of your Nigerian customers.

Tip #1

Offer personalized service. You want to tailor your sales process to your customers. For example, if you have a client who purchases Tahari suits for her banking job at the First Bank Of Nigeria, chances are that she will be spending the majority of her day inside the bank’s corporate offices. By bringing your wholesale clothing selection to her, and allowing her to try it on at her convenience, you will distinguish yourself from other corporate office suit sellers by the convenience which you offer to her, and therefore gain her business.

Tip #2

Focus on a variety of different brands. For instance, if your Nigerian customers consist of professional men who like wearing brand name dress shirts, you will have the opportunity to increase your sales by offering them additional brands than can be found at local dress shirt retailers in Abuja and in Lagos. While most clothing boutiques might focus on just Polo Ralph Lauren and Hugo Boss, you can sell more by also carrying Kenneth Cole, Tommy Hilfiger, Calvin Klein, Van Heusen, and Club Room. While Nigerian men might prefer the better known brands initially, once they see the quality and appearance of the shirts produced by these designers, they will be open to trying them out.

Tip #3

As consumers in a highly fashion conscious market, Nigerians want to know that they are buying highly fashionable and popular designer clothes. Show them pictures in magazines, in newspapers, and online, of the wholesale clothing which you are marketing to them. If you can show them how desirable your wholesale merchandise is in the United States and in Europe, you will be more than two thirds on the way to rapidly growing your apparel business.

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Donny Lowy
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Nigeria Wholesale Business To Benefit From Changes In The Middle East

2011-10-02T14:41:00.001-07:00

Nigeria wholesale business opportunities to increase due to the Arab Spring taking place in the Middle East. As a consequence of the Nigerian government reaching out to the new Egyptian populist government, and its neutrality based foreign relations approach, the Nigerian economy should benefit from improving political conditions in the Middle East. Nigerian wholesalers and retailers should benefit as export and import opportunities are created, and from an influx of commercial and tourist travelers.
Savvy Nigerian entrepreneurs with connections to Middle East business people and tourists can supply them with wholesale brand name apparel, handbags, shoes, and general merchandise.
To take advantage of these developments, Nigerians should research the market to determine which products and services they can competitively offer, and which needs they are competitively positioned to fulfill.

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Donny Lowy
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Nigeria Wholesale Business Attracts World Wide Interest

2011-09-21T08:40:00.000-07:00

The Nigeria wholesale business is attracting international attention for its great profit potential. With the title of the most up and coming prosperous African country, Nigeria enjoys a sizable GDP, which in turn translates into a sizable spending power by Nigerians.

Nigerians love to wear fashionable designs, and have displayed a preference for wholesale brand name clothes by Tahari, Jones New York, Polo Ralph Lauren, Tommy Hilfiger, Kenneth Cole, Hugo Boss, and other top of the line brands. Clothing wholesalers from as far as the United States, Europe, and China, compete to make inroads into this important market.

Nigerian retailers can capitalize on this situation by sourcing brand name products which are being imported into their country. The time has long passed since American and European wholesalers hesitated to enter this growing market. They are now eagerly courting this business by stocking wholesale inventory which is priced suitably for metropolitan cities such as Abuja and Lagos.

It is for this very reason that Nigerian boutique owners travel to fashion meccas such as the New York Garment District, the Los Angeles Fashion District, and the London Wholesale Market to make their wholesale buys.

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Nigerian Wholesale Business Should Benefit From Improved Power Sector

2011-09-13T13:40:00.001-07:00

The Nigerian wholesale business should benefit from an improved power sector. As the Nigerian government works to remove barriers in the power sector, enterprising businesses led by ambitious domestic and foreign entrepreneurs should be able to develop the power supply in Nigeria.

Nigerians will benefit from ease of access to power at more economical rates, since additional low cost electricity means further industrial, commerce, tourism development, and infrastructure development. The average consumer should start experiencing an improved financial health as the overall economy sees an improved GDP.

The Nigerian wholesale business relies on discretionary consumer spending, so as the overall economic welfare of people grows, so will their ability to spend more money on wholesale clothing, shoes, handbags, and general merchandise.

As a highly fashion conscious market, Nigerians seek to purchase brand name designer goods, which inherently cost more than generic imported goods from China. So it is safe to say that as they have more money in their pockets, they will spend more money on wholesale designer fashion labels.

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Sell More Wholesale Clothing In Nigeria Through Referrals

2011-07-14T14:07:00.000-07:00

You can sell more wholesale clothing in Nigeria by
using referrals. Referrals consist of people who your present customers
know either through their social, family, or professional network.

The best way to obtain referrals is by asking your current customers if they
know of anyone who might enjoy buying your wholesale clothes as well.

For instance, if you sell brand name dress shirts to Nigerian engineers, you
should ask them to refer you to their colleagues, since chances are that their
colleagues will need dress shirts as well.

While you can give your customers business cards and ask them to pass them
out to people in their network, you should be more proactive and ask them for the
phone numbers of the people that they feel would enjoy shopping from you.

You can use this strategy online by utilizing social media web sites such as Facebook
and LinkedIn.

Sincerely,
Donny Lowy
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How To Use Facebook To Sell Wholesale Clothing To Nigerians

2011-07-12T14:37:00.000-07:00

You can use Facebook to sell wholesale clothing to your fellow Nigerians by using the following tips:

Tip #1

Set up a Facebook page devoted specifically towards showcasing the wholesale clothing you have for sale. You can post pictures, list sizes, and advertise your special prices all on your page you have set up for your Nigerian clothing business.

Tip #2

Use your status updates to let your Nigerian Facebook friends know when you have received a new shipment of wholesale clothing.

Tip #3

You can eliminate, or at least substantially lower your cell phone bill, by emailing your friends when you have a nice Tahari suit or Jones New York dress in their size. Think of the naira and the time you will save by sending your clothing buyers a message instead of trying repeatedly to reach them by phone.

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Donny Lowy
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How To Use T-Shirts To Market Your Nigerian Business

2011-07-07T10:01:00.000-07:00

T-Shirts marketing can be used for the wholesale and retail trade in Nigeria. By printing and distributing a T-shirt with the company logo, a Nigerian retailer can take advantage of a low cost advertising mechanism that can provide publicity for a long time. The retailer, or wholesaler, should use a logo and an image that is attractive to the intended customer base that she is trying to reach. The design can be placed on both the front and back of the T-shirts to maximize the marketing efficiency of this tool.

Tip # 1

Offer t-shirts to your shoppers. They will appreciate the friendly gesture and will have a constant reminder of your company when they look at their wardrobes. Also, if you socialize with other companies in the same or similar sector, wear your promotional shirt, which will end up advertising your business to your market. Although it is more expensive to use a Hanes or Fruit of the Loom T-shirt than a lesser known brand, I recommend using it. Because of the quality and appearance of the branded shirt, which will be more attractive and comfortable, it will result in the encouraging of the recipient to wear the shirt throughout the year.

Tip # 2

Hand out the shirts in festivals and markets where potential customers meet. People love to collect free goods, and if your shirt is nice and is made of high quality materials, they will eventually wear it, and help you promote your business.

Tip # 3

Ask employees at your shop to put on T-shirts. Not only will the shop look more professional, but it will also further advertise the products that it sells.

Tip # 4

Printing T-shirts that show sales of specialty products, such as a special sales promotion or liquidation sale. In this way, potential customers instantly know about your special sale when they see their employees.

Tip # 5

Sponsor a local soccer team, corporate conference, religious celebration, or an entertainment event. Optimally, employees and volunteers should use your shirts so that participants can learn about your merchandise.

Brand Name Clothing For Nigeria: How To Select The Right Brands

2011-07-06T12:15:00.000-07:00

Brand name clothing for Nigeria is in hot demand,
but before you place an order for any brand from your wholesaler,
you want to be to sure that you are purchasing the brand names
that Nigerians wear.

As with all wholesale product categories, what is popular in one area, or unpopular,
might very well be in high demand elsewhere.

To determine which brands are currently popular in Nigeria
you can search online and visit fashion forums such as ladybrillenigeria.com,
nigeriavillagesquare.com, and nairaland.com

You can peruse the forums by searching for posts that discuss clothing,
or you can post a request for information and read the responses that you
receive.

Another strategy that you can use is to order Nigerian magazines and see which brands are being
advertised by successful retailers, since the ads will reflect the local demand for preferred brands,
unless the ad is simply introducing a new brand into the marketplace.

Lastly, simply contact any Nigerians that you know, and ask them to tell you which are
the most popular designer labels that people enjoy wearing.

You can even call the Nigerian consulate and ask to speak to their cultural attache who
can give you highly detailed information about local clothing customs and norms.

Sincerely,
Donny Lowy
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How To Select The Right Merchandise For Your Nigerian Shop

2011-07-05T14:17:00.000-07:00

Selecting the right merchandise for your Nigerian shop requires
a keen analysis of the market which the shop will be serving.
If the shop is serving a clientele consisting of corporate managers, the proprietor
will want to determine the dress code required by the managers
who will be patronizing her store. In addition to the dress code,
the Nigerian store owner will want to compile a list of ancillary
products which are used by its intended customers. For example,
if the shop owner notices that her customers use large sized handbags,
she should stock them as well along with her clothing selection.

The key is to focus on wholesale brand name merchandise
for the store, this way the boutique will always have an ample supply
of the products which Nigerians recognize and want to purchase.

Stocking the store with brand name closeouts is also an excellent idea,
but it is important to keep in mind that although closeouts are priced
at below regular wholesale prices, their supply can be erratic. Therefore if you
are planning on purchasing designer closeouts, either make a large purchase to avoid not having enough merchandise in the future, or deal with a closeout business that has a large
amount of merchandise on a steady basis.

Sincerely,
Donny Lowy
718-389-5502
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Strong Naira To Help Nigerian Wholesale Clothing Importers

2011-06-30T12:13:00.001-07:00

A strong Naira will help Nigerian wholesale clothing importers
by enabling them to purchase wholesale suits, dresses, and other
apparel at a wholesale price which will be lower to them in net terms.

For example, my wholesale business, http://www.closeoutexplosion.com
wholesales women's suits at $39 each. Although the current
exchange rate is approximately 152 to the US Dollar, if the Naira
strengthens to 145 to the US Dollar, that is an increase of almost
5%.

In other words, the Nigerian retailer that orders the women's suits
will then pay 5% less in Naira than she is paying currently.
But to make this strategy work, the retailer must take advantage
of the increase in value of the Nigerian currency by making a
purchase for wholesale clothing while the Naira is at a higher trend
in comparison to the value of the US currency.

Sincerely,
Donny Lowy
718-389-5502
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Wholesale And Retail Business In Nigeria To Benefit From An Increase In The Minimum Wage

2011-06-29T13:02:00.000-07:00

The wholesale and retail business in Nigeria should benefit from an increase
in the minimum wage, as the Nigeria Labour Congress and the Trade Union Congress
request that the Nigerian federal government require the states to increase the minimum wage to
18,000 Naira.

An increase in the minimum wage would translate into more money in the pockets of Nigerians,
which in turn can lead to an increase in both the number of sales, and the average price tag of the
items sold.

Nigerians have a very high fashion sense, but in order to purchase the brands that they prefer,
whether they may be Coach handbags, Kenneth Cole dress shirts, or Calvin Klein dresses, they
need to be able to afford the price tag.

Raising the minimum wage will indirectly benefit Nigerian employers as well, since the purchasing power of
consumers will be higher, thus enabling them to sell more products and services.

Sincerely,
Donny Lowy
718-389-5502
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Nigeria Predicted To Become The Largest Economy In Africa

2011-06-28T14:21:00.001-07:00

Nigeria is predicted to have the largest economy in Africa,
even larger than South Africa's, according to Morgan Stanley
analysts Andrea Masia and Michael Kafe.

Nigeria's GDP is expected to increase 8.4 percent in 2011 and 8.5 percent in 2012,
with a target of $400,000,000,000 by the close of the decade.

Nigerian wholesalers and retailers can directly benefit from the boom
by expanding their business operations. In order to maximize their profit
potential, they should base their business on selling wholesale brand name
products. Historically, as societies prosper, its consumers devote their spending
power towards the purchase of recognizable brands.

This phenomenon takes place because consumers can now better afford to improve their quality of life
through the purchase of perceived items of a better quality, and due to the
prestige factor, which means that consumers will purchase items which
improve their social status.

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Donny Lowy
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African Business Travel Association Forecasts Business Opportunities For Nigerians

2011-06-27T16:39:00.000-07:00

The launch of the African Business travel Association in Nigeria is a clear
sign that the business climate in Nigeria is improving. The association's primary goal is to
educate Nigerian businesses regarding the challenge and business opportunities presented
by the expansion of international companies and the growth of the tourism sector in Nigeria.

An influx of foreign employees, business travelers, and tourists, offer significant revenue
opportunities to Nigerian boutiques and retailers that can supply this customer base with
brand name high quality products. Because US brand names are instantly recognizable to
most international business people and tourists, it is highly recommended that Nigerians
take advantage of this trend by stocking up their stores, kiosks, and home based businesses
with wholesale brand name merchandise such as corporate suits, elegant dresses,
brand name office shoes, and designer handbags.

Sincerely,
Donny Lowy
718-389-5502
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Buying And Selling Wholesale Clothing In Nigeria

2011-06-22T13:25:00.000-07:00

Buying and selling wholesale clothing in Nigeria requires
research to ascertain the type of clothing that Nigerians
prefer, along with the brand names that are in hot demand.

Before purchasing any wholesale clothing in Nigeria,
a retailer should establish who her clientele base is,
and what they are looking to purchase. Once the Nigerian
retailer has this information, she can start looking for wholesalers
that deal in that specific type of wholesale apparel.

If the retailer's clientele comprises of young women
who dress up primarily for going out, then she should
purchase wholesale casual skirts, blouses, and jeans
by brands such as XOXO, DKNY, Tommy Hilfiger,
and Rampage.

On the other hand, if her clientele consists of corporate
employees and bankers she would want to focus on
wholesale suits by Tahari, Jones New York, Kasper,
Le Suit, Nine West, and Calvin Klein.

The key is to ensuring that the wholesale apparel
matches the needs and requirements of the Nigerians
who will be served by the reseller.

Due to the advent of the Internet, and the ease of international
commerce, Nigerian clothing sellers can now order clothing
directly from American wholesalers that carry the brand names
that are in demand.

My wholesale business, CloseoutExplosion.com, specializes
in supplying Nigerian retailers and resellers with closeout merchandise
appropriate for their clothing buyers.

Sincerely,
Donny Lowy
718-389-5502
917-913-6093
Wholesale Products:
http://www.closeoutexplosion.com
Wholesale Directory:
http://www.wholesalequest.com
Wholesale Strategies, Tips, and Resources:
http://www.wholesalecloseoutuniversity.com

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How To Sell Corporate Suits To Nigerian Female Bankers

2011-06-21T15:51:00.000-07:00

Selling corporate suits to Nigerian female bankers requires
an understanding of the requirements and preferences
of this customer segment.

Nigerian bankers have a preference for American brand name
suits such as Tahari, Jones New York, Nine West, Kasper,
Le Suit, and Calvin Klein. They want suits that reflect contemporary
fashionable tastes while still contributing to the professionalism of their
job. In addition to what they might want in a suit, they also need designer suits
that are conservative in style, and preferably in dark colors.

The preferred size range for bankers, whether in Lagos or Abuja, is 12 to 20.
Because Nigerian bankers are fairly well compensated, the opportunity to make
money is substantial, since these customers can pay top dollars for their office attire.

The best way to reach these customers is through personal selling based on developing
relationships directly with the bankers. This approach can be made by either opening a boutique
in Lagos or Abuja that caters to them, or by selling directly to coworkers within one's bank of employment.

Sincerely,
Donny Lowy
718-389-5502
917-913-6093
Wholesale Products:
http://www.closeoutexplosion.com
Wholesale Directory:
http://www.wholesalequest.com
Wholesale Strategies, Tips, and Resources:
http://www.wholesalecloseoutuniversity.com

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Nigeria Wholesale Market Expected To Be Active In Response To Inflation Concerns

2011-06-20T15:53:00.000-07:00

The Nigeria wholesale market for brand name imported products is expected to be active
as retailers in Nigeria stock up in response to the expectancy for higher inflation.

The Central Bank Of Nigeria sold $400,000,000 worth of dollars in attempt to support the
Naira, as it seeks to counter the influence of inflation. But if inflation does occur, Nigerian retailers
can expect the cost of items to appreciate in value. Taking advantage of a currently strong currency,
and the expectation of future inflation, now would be the ideal time for importers, wholesalers, and retailers in
Nigeria to stock up on brand name products such as clothing, shoes, and handbags.

Experienced Nigerian business people can make wholesale purchases now using their strong currency,
and then reselling them later at higher prices once inflation forces an increase in prices.

Sincerely,
Donny Lowy
718-389-5502
917-913-6093
Wholesale Products:
http://www.closeoutexplosion.com
Wholesale Directory:
http://www.wholesalequest.com
Wholesale Strategies, Tips, and Resources:
http://www.wholesalecloseoutuniversity.com

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Is The Cancellation Of The Sale Of Nigeria's State Run Telecom A Good Sign?

2011-06-17T10:36:00.000-07:00

The Bureau of Public Enterprises has announced the cancellation of the sale
of Nigeria's state run telecom, Nigerian Telecommunications Ltd., or better known
as Nitel, due to the failure of the winning bidding consortium, Omen International Consortium,
to make a $105,000,000 down payment by the agreed upon deadline.

While this might initially appear to be negative business news, it might actually
prove to be a very positive indication. Because if the Nigerian government was truly concerned
about the value of Nitel, it would simply extend the deadline. But since the Nigerian government
has not extended the deadline, it is an apparent sign that it feels that it can easily find another buyer
at a later date if necessary.

If this conclusion is accurate it actually represents a positive indication for the Nigerian wholesale
and retail business. Nigerian wholesalers and retailers directly benefit from a strong economy, and if the Nigerian telecom sector exhibits great potential, it shows that the economy is headed in the right direction.
On a very basic level, the continued growth of the Nigerian telecom sector will create employment, which translates into more sales of wholesale clothing, dresses, suits, and other products sold by boutiques in Nigeria.

Sincerely,
Donny Lowy
718-389-5502
917-913-6093
Wholesale Products:
http://www.closeoutexplosion.com
Wholesale Directory:
http://www.wholesalequest.com
Wholesale Strategies, Tips, and Resources:
http://www.wholesalecloseoutuniversity.com

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Wholesale Office Suits For Nigeria In Strong Demand

2011-06-16T12:10:00.000-07:00

Wholesale office suits for Nigeria are in strong demand
as more women are employed by the
Nigerian corporate and office market.

The Nigerian corporate and office sector is
growing substantially due to the reforms enacted
by President Goodluck Jonathan, and a strong
civil demand for the elimination of corruption,
which in turn has attracted a high degree of foreign
investment and spurred corporate expansion.

Nigerians prefer brands such as Tahari,
Jones New York, Calvin Klein, Nine West,
Kasper, Le Suit, and Anne Klein.

The preference is for conservative
styles in dark colors, since the majority
of Nigerian women that wear office suits
do so while employed by banking companies or
governmental agencies.

Sincerely,
Donny Lowy
718-389-5502
917-913-6093
Wholesale Products:
http://www.closeoutexplosion.com
Wholesale Directory:
http://www.wholesalequest.com
Wholesale Strategies, Tips, and Resources:
http://www.wholesalecloseoutuniversity.com

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Dress Shoe Market In Nigeria Supplied By USA Brands

2011-06-14T11:38:00.001-07:00

The dress shoe market in Nigeria is actively being supplied
by USA brands such as Nine West, Steve Madden, Guess,
BCBG, Coach, and other American brand names.

But in an interesting twist, it's not the brands themselves
that are wholesaling their shoes to Nigerian retailers,
but its wholesale closeout dealers that are doing the
marketing and exporting of these brand name dress shoes.

American wholesale closeout companies, such as my own
wholesale closeout business, http://www.closeoutexplosion.com, are
purchasing brand name overstock and high end return dress shoes,
and then reselling them directly to Nigerian retailers that cater to the
corporate and dress wear market.

The trade off is that while these dress shoes are from previous seasons,
usually one to two seasons, they are sold at a fraction of their original wholesale price,
allowing the Nigerian boutiques a sizable profit margin.

Sincerely,
Donny Lowy
718-389-5502
917-913-6093
Wholesale Products:
http://www.closeoutexplosion.com
Wholesale Directory:
http://www.wholesalequest.com
Wholesale Strategies, Tips, and Resources:
http://www.wholesalecloseoutuniversity.com

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Wholesale And Retail Nigerian Businesses Benefit From High Oil Prices

2011-06-13T16:08:00.001-07:00

The wholesale and retail Nigerian business market directly benefits from
the current high oil prices. Due to Nigeria's reliance on oil as one of the pillars of its economy, Nigerians benefit from high oil prices since their currency increases in value, as well as delivering hard currency into their economic bloodstream.

As the value of the Naira increases, Nigerian wholesalers and retailers
can not only better afford to import wholesale products, but they can in effect obtain lower wholesale prices on a net basis as paid in their currency terms.

The benefits of high prices also trickle down to Nigerian consumers
who are employed in the oil business, or work for businesses that service the oil sector.

Sincerely,
Donny Lowy
718-389-5502
917-913-6093
Wholesale Products:
http://www.closeoutexplosion.com
Wholesale Directory:
http://www.wholesalequest.com
Wholesale Strategies, Tips, and Resources:
http://www.wholesalecloseoutuniversity.com

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Nigeria To Benefit From 1 Billion Dollar Investment

2011-06-01T13:17:00.000-07:00

The Nigerian economy should benefit from a recently announced
$1,000,000,000 investment in the African telecom sector by Bharti International.
Nigeria should directly benefit as Airtel is building a 3G network expected to cover 80 percent of Nigeria’s population by 2012 and required to offer cheaper and reliable Internet services to its customers.

The wholesale and retail business in Nigeria should directly benefit from this development, since Nigerians at all levels of the wholesale and retail sector should be able to communicate in a more efficient and less costly manner.

The quality level and capability of cell phone networks in Nigeria is especially crucial for Nigerians who conduct business with international clothing wholesalers.

Sincerely,
Donny Lowy
718-389-5502
917-913-6093
Wholesale Products:
http://www.closeoutexplosion.com
Wholesale Directory:
http://www.wholesalequest.com
Wholesale Strategies, Tips, and Resources:
http://www.wholesalecloseoutuniversity.com

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New York Wholesale Closeout Business Exports Brand Name Clothing To Nigeria

2011-05-25T13:42:00.000-07:00

A New York wholesale closeout business, http://www.CloseoutExplosion.com, has carved out a niche in its specialization of exporting brand name clothing, shoes, and handbags to Nigeria. The market for wholesale brand name clothing in Nigeria continues to grow as the popularity of American brand name apparel is fueled by Nigerians living abroad and the reach of Western media in Nigeria. Thanks to political stability, and a growing economy, Nigerian businesses can now supply the clothes that their customers seek. US brands continue to experience a surge in popularity as compared to apparel which is imported from China, which is what creates a strong business opportunity for Nigerian retailers.

Donny Lowy, the CEO of http://www.CloseoutExplosion.com, a wholesale and closeout business that specializes in exporting brand name merchandise throughout Africa, including Nigeria, uses his experience in supplying African clothing retailers to serve the wholesale needs of his customers. “I specialize in designer name overstock, high end returns, and closeout deals that can be retailed in international markets,” remarked Donny Lowy, who also owns the wholesale web sites http://www.wholesalefornigeria.blogspot.com and http://www.WholesaleCloseoutUniversity.com. “My Nigerian wholesale buyers range from boutiques in Lagos to clothing vendors in Abuja. They primarily resell the clothing, which they purchase at below wholesale prices, to bankers, government employees, and professionals.”

Nigerian shoppers are highly fashion conscious consumers that love American branded apparel, such as Tahari, Jones New York, Kasper, Le Suit, Kenneth Cole, Polo Ralph Lauren, Nike, Guess, BCBG, Tommy Hilfiger, and other designer labels.

“My New York wholesale warehouse offers corporate suits, social dresses, children’s wear, dress shirts, office shoes, handbags, and many more great closeout deals,” added Donny Lowy. http://www.CloseoutExplosion.com offers discounted express shipping on a freight collect basis, which allows Nigerian clothing shop owners to increase their buying power.

Shipping can be arranged by the customer, or sent by Nigerian shipping agents such as Express Air Freight, Laparkan Shipping, and Impex Shipping.

Nigeria is a major banking and trading center for Africa, which further adds to the business potential of importing brand name merchandise from the United States. The demand for high quality brand name wholesale merchandise should continue to increase as the ranks of the middle and upper class continue to expand. This trend can be seen in the Nigerian clothing market, in its shift from used apparel to brand new apparel. “http://www.CloseoutExplosion.com is positioned to help Nigerian boutiques, clothing shops, and vendors profit from the demand for American wholesale and closeout products in their country.

Closeout Explosion Inc
718-389-5502
917-913-6093
276 Greenpoint Ave
Brooklyn NY 11222
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Wholesale For Nigeria Handbags

2011-05-25T13:36:00.001-07:00

The market for wholesale handbags in Nigeria
is quite lucrative. The sales potential for selling brand name
handbags in Nigeria is high, but in order to profit from it,
the retailer must be aware of the specific preferences
that women in Nigeria have regarding handbags.

Nigerian shoppers prefer large, and extra large size
handbags in dark conservative colors.

Brand name handbags by designers such as Coach, Michael Kors, Steve Madden,
Nine West, and Guess have a wide appeal, especially in
metropolitan cities such as Lagos and Abuja.

Shoppers for handbags in Nigeria cover the full range, from students,
government employees, bankers, and business owners.

Because of the influx of cheap wholesale products from China,
it is especially important that the handbags are both genuine
and brand name.

Sincerely,
Donny Lowy
718-389-5502
917-913-6093
Wholesale Products:
closeoutexplosion.com

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What You Need To Know About The Nigerian Market

2010-11-24T06:36:00.000-08:00

How To Open A Clothing Store In Nigeria

2010-11-24T06:31:00.000-08:00

You can open a clothing store in Nigeria and prosper in this highly fashion conscious market. Nigerians love wearing the latest fashions, and especially enjoy wearing American and European brands such as Tahari, Jones NY, Polo Ralph Lauren, Tommy Hilfiger, and Kenneth Cole. The lower end of the clothing market in Nigeria is comprised of Chinese imported apparel, with the middle and high end segments comprised of imported brand name clothes. Opening a clothing store in Nigeria can seem complicated, but if one implements the following steps he or she can be operating in no time.

Step #1

Research the market and decide which market segment you are selling to. Once you decide who your ideal customer base is, you will know how much these customers can afford to spend, and which brands and styles they like purchasing. Once you have this information you want to contact wholesale clothing suppliers that carry the lines you want to stock your store with. The Internet is a perfect tool which can be used to get in touch with legitimate clothing suppliers. Nigerians enjoy wearing designer labels so your focus should be on brand name apparel vendors. Purchasing closeouts is also a savvy way to carry an inventory that will be more affordable to your customers, while still supplying them with the styles they wear.

Step #1

Selecting a name for your clothing store. Business names must be submitted to the Corporate Affairs Commission. Submissions be can be done online or in person at their offices in Abuja or Lagos.

Assuming your business name is not being used, and it is accepted, you should receive confirmation within 48 hours.

Step #2

Your shop must be incorporated through the Federal Board of the Inland Revenue Service. You can have an attorney draw up and notarize the articles of incorporation, which will allow your business to be registered through the court and the tax office. Part of the reason why Nigeria has such a vibrant economy is because of government regulations, ensure that you are compliant with them by hiring a competent attorney.

Step #3

Select a location for your store. In order to select the optimal spot you need to first determine where your ideal customers shop. If you are selling corporate suits or dress shirts you want to be situated ideally in an urban location, near office buildings or government agencies. On the other hand, if you are selling casual wear such as sneakers or shorts, your store should be in a shopping mall or in a neighborhood setting.

When searching for a commercial location you should avail yourself of the services of a licensed commercial broker. Agencies such as Knight Frank Real Estate, Lagos Nigeria Real Estate Advisors, Tunde Co. Properties, and Shining Solutions are firms which can help you locate an appropriate place.
You can also conduct a free search through NigeriaPropertiesOnline.com, which is a large real estate database.

Step #4

Now that you have selected the perfect place for your store you need to address more practical concerns. You will want to purchase, or have someone make for you, racks and shelves for your merchandise. Decorate your store with exciting pictures that display models wearing the clothing that you have for sale.
You can take the pictures yourself, hire a professional photographer, or request pictures from your clothing suppliers. Make sure that the décor matches your intended customer base. For example, if your shoppers are middle aged bankers then you should use pictures of professional men and women in work situations. Start advertising once you are ready to ring up your fist sale. Hire a flyer distribution service, place ads in local newspapers, and market through online social media outlets such as Facebook.com

Donny Lowy owns CloseoutExplosion.com, a wholesale export company that specializes in brand name designer clothing, handbags, and shoes for the African market, including Nigeria. His warehouse is located in Brooklyn, NY. Donny can be reached directly at 718-389-5502, or through his web site: www.closeoutexplosion.com

More Tips To Sell Wholesale Handbags In Nigeria

2010-11-24T06:28:00.000-08:00

Below are more effective methods for selling wholesale handbags in Nigeria.

Sales Tip #1

Compile a list of independent stores and high end boutiques. You can obtain a list of stores in Nigeria that sell handbags by utilizing online directories or by contacting the Nigerian Association of Chambers, Industry, Mines and Agriculture. The Chamber can help direct you to stores that specialize in pocketbooks, saving you a great deal of time. Once you have a list further subdivide the list according to their customer base. For instance, one store might be frequented by corporate employees, while another store's shoppers might be university students. Their preference for handbags will be influenced by who they are, with executives looking for more conservative styles and colors, while students will want a more flashy and loud look. You can then approach the handbag shops on your list and show them samples according to what they sell. Even if they don't initially purchase from you keep their contact information. This way you can call and email them periodically until they are ready to order from you.

Sales Tip #2

You can also wholesale handbags to distributors who have their own established customer base. Although you will have to offer them a much lower price, since they need to also sell them to resellers, you will be able to move a larger quantity of bags than if you sell them in smaller sized lots to individual stores. You want to make sure that the distributor can move a decent quantity; otherwise you will end up defeating the purpose of selling them at a lower price. One way to be sure that you are dealing with a serious business person is by requiring a minimum purchase. To determine what the minimum should be test the market until you find what the largest quantity that a wholesaler can purchase from you is.

Sales Tip #3

Print a catalogue which you will distribute to boutiques featuring your handbags. You can also take the catalog and use it to create a professional looking web site which will prominently display your merchandise in an attractive fashion. Make sure your catalog and web site list your full contact information and business address. By having this information potential wholesale buyers will know that you are an established seller who is in business for the long term. You can take this one step further and offer references from other customers who have purchased from you. Make sure you obtain permission before sharing anyone's contact information.

Donny Lowy owns CloseoutExplosion.com, a wholesale export company that specializes in brand name designer clothing, handbags, and shoes for the African market, including Nigeria. His warehouse is located in Brooklyn, NY. Donny can be reached directly at 718-389-5502, or through his web site: www.closeoutexplosion.com

How To Sell Wholesale Handbags In Nigeria

2010-11-18T09:03:00.000-08:00

The market for wholesale handbags in Nigeria is quite vibrant. Nigerian women use handbags for both practical and fashion applications. Women utilize the bags for their shopping expeditions and as fashion statements. Because Nigeria is primarily a cash based society, and shoppers will carry money with them, the bags must be accommodating in terms of security and practicality. Quality is a top concern for Nigerians, since they will be using the handbags throughout the day, on a daily basis, week after week. It's for this reason why women will purchase more than one handbag at a time. Due to heavy usage the bags can soon show signs of wear. It's for this reason why they will want high quality leather bags, preferably made by American and European brands, since quality assurance is high in these brands.

The following tips can help you successfully sell handbags.

Sales Tip #1
Professional presentation. Your merchandise should be displayed preferably on shelves, in a well illuminated space, so that the light shines on the bags and produces a pleasant glow. Because the handbags can become soiled, make sure that your space is dry and that customers have a clean place where to set aside their selection. Customers will want to try on the handbags so I would suggest wrapping the pocketbooks in wax paper to prevent moisture from damaging the leather, and to keep them clean.
Another great idea is to use a mannequin so that customers can see what they look like when carrying the bags. Dress up the mannequin in the same clothing that your Nigerian shoppers wear to give your shoppers an attractive self image, and thus encourage them to make a purchase.

Sales Tip#2
Focus on the styles, colors, sizes, and brands that Nigerians want. Many sellers mistakenly think that as long as the handbag is priced low, or that it's a brand name, customers will buy it. On the contrary, most customers will be willing to pay more provided that they can purchase exactly what they want. They like top designers such as Coach, Louis Vuitton, Steve Madden, Nine West, and Guess. In other words, the same brands that are found in high end department stores in New York, London and Paris. They prefer large, conservative style bags, both in bright and dark colors. Because they will use them on a daily basis, shopping and work related events, styles must be appropriate for office and religious events.

Sales Tip#3
Set up home sales parties where women can come to your home and view your inventory in a comfortable non pressurized environment. Invite women from your person social circle and ask them to invite their relatives and friends along. Collect the contact information of attendees so that you can contact them in the future when you conduct your next home sales party. Alternatively, you can rent a small boutique or share space with an existing boutique, and sell the handbags from there. Build up a customer base by carrying a decent quantity of handbags at all times. To ensure that you are well stocked, build a relationship with a handbag supplier that stocks authentic designer merchandise.

Donny Lowy owns CloseoutExplosion.com, a wholesale export company that specializes in brand name designer clothing, handbags, and shoes for the African market, including Nigeria. His warehouse is located in Brooklyn, NY. Donny can be reached directly at 718-389-5502, or through his web site:www.closeoutexplosion.com

How To Sell Clothing To The Nigerian Corporate Workers

2010-11-16T08:46:00.000-08:00

Nigeria has a strong corporate market as a result of a strong central government structure and an expanding business market place.

As social reforms are implemented in Nigeria, foreign and domestic investments are increasing. Many domestic and international firms are expanding as they take advantage of an economically and politically stable country.

With the expansion of the business sector, small and large corporations are hiring and filling their ranks with legions of corporate employees.
Because the corporate dress code requires corporate suits and office dresses, the market for corporate wear is greatly increasing.

Bank employees, government officials, and private sector executives abide by the corporate dress code, thus creating a market of thousands of potential customers for corporate apparel.
As a result of Nigerians preference for Western brand names, the market for brands such as Tahari, Jones New York, and Kasper is quite large.

In order to build a successful business supplying this market segment, a clothing retailer must understand the tribal character of Nigeria.
As a society based on a tribal structure, its consumers will display a preference for word of mouth referrals.
To efficiently supply the Nigerian market, a clothing supplier should work on developing a list of contacts originating from current customers.

In other words, when a customer purchases a suit, the retailer should ask for the names of any relatives or friends who might also need a suit for work.
Trust is an important criteria that is highly relied upon, especially since the majority of transactions are cash based.

Once the connections are made, it is important to keep track of details such as the dress code requirements of the customer's employer, such as color and style preference.
One important factor that is unique to the office wear market is that sales are dictated by brand, style, and price, in that specific order.

A customer's preference for the right brand and contemporary style will usually trump their need for a low price, since office workers primarily belong to the upper middle class economic strata of society, and shop based on fashion and career needs, the price of the apparel is of secondary importance to them.

In order to sell to the Nigerian corporate workers, you should use the following tips:

Tip #1

Compile a list of all the major Nigerian corporations. You can compile this list by calling Nigerian trade organizations and obtain lists for banks, oil companies, telecommunication firms, and government agencies.
This list will be the lifeblood of your business, since it will allow you to reach Nigerians who are required to wear the apparel you have for sale.

Tip #2

Contact the corporations and request a day in which you could visit their premises and display the corporate wear you have for sale. Alternately, you can obtain a company directory and call individual employees and make an appointment with them so that they can have a personal shopping experience.

Tip #3
Advertise on Nigerian web sites, and in Nigerian newspapers and magazines that are read by office employees. Executives and management level employees tend to be sophisticated and will read professional publications that carry news and articles pertaining to their jobs.

Corporate workers are in the market for office suits, dresses, and shoes. By introducing your corporate apparel you will find an eager consumer base for your items.

Donny Lowy owns CloseoutExplosion.com, a wholesale export company that specializes in brand name designer clothing, handbags, and shoes for the African market. His warehouse is located in Brooklyn, NY. Donny can be reached directly at 718-389-5502, or through his web site: closeoutexplosion.com

How To Market American Brands In Nigeria

2010-11-16T08:42:00.000-08:00

The market demand for American brands in Nigeria is very large. The consumer market in Nigeria consists of over 150,00,000 citizens who have been educated in a Western influenced society, and therefore have a large preference for Western brands, especially American brands.
Because the Internet and mobile communications have highly penetrated the market, Nigerians are aware of the popularity of international brands, and have shown their preference for emulating the fashions worn in the United States. Global travel has also enabled people to shop in American department stores, and as they return home with their purchases, more people are exposed to these brands.

These factors help fuel a strong demand for brands such as Polo Ralph Lauren, Tommy Hilfiger, Nike, Adidas, Tahari, and Jones New York. While the market is divided among sport, casual, and corporate apparel, the recurring theme is the preference for these internationally recognized designers. Savvy retailers have been capitalizing on this demand by stocking an inventory with American labels.
To successfully market American brands in Nigeria a retailer should follow a careful course of action.
Step one requires a retailer to ensure that his brand name merchandise is authentic. In addition to the legal issues pertaining to authentic merchandise, today's consumer is astute enough to ascertain the authenticity of the products. The next step requires a knowledge of the current fashion trends. While a consumer might accept a dress from a previous season, it must still conform to the fashions currently being worn.
The actual marketing of the products requires a keen understanding of the shopping habits of the consumer.
Experience has shown that a consumer's perception of the merchandise is influenced by the selling environment, so it would be highly advisable to display the clothing in an attractive fashion.

The most effective forms of marketing in the Nigerian market rely on two approaches. One approach is based on selecting a high traffic location in a metropolitan location, such as a shopping center in Lagos. While this approach serves as an efficient mechanism for reaching a mass audience of eager shoppers, it requires an increase in the asking price of the goods to cover the rental expense. Another approach is based on a social networking approach, in which the merchandise is brought directly to the customer. Utilizing the second approach will save the rent otherwise spent on a commercial location, but the downside is that the retailer will have to work harder on reaching her clientele.
Marketing American products in Nigeria can be a very lucrative endeavor when approached in a professional manner, which includes initiating the process by conducting local market research, and then implementing proper retail practices.

To market American brands in Nigeria you can use the following strategies.

Strategy #1

Market the brands in popular magazines aimed at young people, since the teen, college, and young professional market love American labels. You can visit a newstand and pick up copies of magazines and newspapers. Look up the advertising contact information and call them to place an ad in their publication.

Strategy #2

Open a retail outlet in a shopping mall, and emphasize that your store carries labels from the United States. Use signs both inside and outside your store that feature the designers that you carry. Customers love to see pictures of people wearing the clothing, so have professional pictures produced by the brands on your store's wall.

Donny Lowy owns CloseoutExplosion.com, a wholesale export company that specializes in brand name designer clothing, handbags, and shoes for the African market. His warehouse is located in Brooklyn, NY. Donny can be reached directly at 718-389-5502, or through his web site: closeoutexplosion.com

Raising The Minimum Wage In Nigeria Will Increase Retail Sales

2010-11-08T09:08:00.000-08:00

While large businesses might resist the raising of the minimum wage in Nigeria, an increase can yield profits to retailers.

A slight increase in the minimum wage affects the poorest the most, since they often spend every naira they earn on basic essentials such as food, lodging, and clothing.

Even a 5% increase in the minimum wage will allow them to start enjoying discretionary income, which they can use to shop at retail establishments.

Since the nature of a consumer is to increase her consumption based on her earning power, any increase in the minimum wage should lead towards an increase in purchases.

Large Nigerian employers should also come to the conclusion that by increasing their employees buying power, they will be building for themselves a larger customer base.

Henry Ford was a firm believer in this principle, which is why he by paid his employees a wage that enabled them to purchase his cars.

Wholesale Brand Name Clothing, Shoes, And Handbags For Nigeria:
CloseoutExplosion.com

A Strong Naira Presents An Opportunity For Nigerian Importers

2010-11-08T08:47:00.000-08:00

With the naira , the Nigerian currency, rising in value, Nigerian importers have an opportunity to make more money by lowering the cost of merchandise purchased abroad.

For example, if a wholesale lot of American designer dresses is priced at $2,000, and the Nigerian naira rises by 2% against the dollar, the actual cost to the Nigerian importer will be 2% less.

Although in dollar terms the cost of the wholesale dresses is the same, but in terms of the Nigerian currency, the wholesale cost is now 2% less.

Nigerian importers should be aggressively looking for wholesale deals, especially those offered in the United States, so that they can take advantage of the strength of their currency.

If the value of the naira currency moves in the opposite direction, imported wholesale merchandise will be more expensive in local terms.

Having said this, the mark up for importing wholesale products, especially from the United States, is high enough that even if the naira loses value versus the dollar there is still plenty of room to profit.

The key is to ensure that the merchandise purchased is what the Nigerian market demands, so that even if the cost of the goods increases, customers will still desire to purchase the merchandise.

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Supplying The Corporate Market In Nigeria

2010-11-08T08:29:00.000-08:00

Nigeria has a flourishing corporate market due to the development of a strong government and business sector. The corporate market is prospering due to the ongoing efforts by the Nigerian government to eliminate corruption, and the implementation of economic reforms that allow entrepreneurs to open small businesses.

Lagos, the former capital, is a sizable metropolis that serves as the headquarters for many Nigerian banks, government ministries, and large corporations.

Abuja, the current capital, is a free trade zone through which many of Nigeria’s imports and exports pass through.

Due to a growing corporate market, there are many existing opportunities to run a business supplying office workers with apparel and shoes.

Nigerians are highly fashion conscious and prefer well known American brands such as Tahari and Jones New York.

Corporate employees are required to wear business suits, office dresses, and professional looking shoes, making this sector of the market a perfect customer base for elegant brand name clothing.

Approaches to supplying corporate wear to can include wholesaling to boutiques, exporting to wholesalers, or setting up sales representative arrangements.

The major obstacle to selling to international customers is brand recognition, which is easily overcome because they are already highly familiar with American brands.

While your selling price is always a business factor, it is secondary in importance to actually supplying the right product to this eager market.

The purchasing power of the middle class is rising, which enables individuals to afford contemporary designer fashions.

Many Nigerians will travel to England and the United States to shop for clothing, so by supplying them directly with the suits, dresses, and shoes that they need, you will be saving them the cost of travel and lodging.

Even if your prices seem high due to shipping costs, you are still saving them the time and expense of traveling for their shopping trips.

Serving the corporate market is a unique business opportunity, since the established brands have not set up their own stores as of yet.

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Wholesale Products For Nigeria

2009-08-06T07:37:00.000-07:00

Wholesale Products For Nigeria

CloseoutExplosion.com is an established wholesaler located in Brooklyn, NY.

We have a strong focus on exporting to Nigeria.

As an established wholesaler with a strong dedication to customer service, we supply wholesale brand name merchandise to businesses based in Nigeria, and to people who resell to Nigeria.

Our Nigerian customers range from boutiques to exporters, to individuals who travel
and send clothing to Nigeria.

Shipping is done by air or sea, at affordable rates, depending on the customer’s
requirements.

Freight is sent collect, so the shipping can be paid
upon delivery of the order.

Shipping charges include clearing and local door to door delivery.

Payment can be made in person at the warehouse,
or by wire transfer for international customers.

You are welcome to visit our warehouse in person, or have a friend or relative
visit us.

We can suggest merchandise that has proven to sell well in Nigeria.

By relying on our experience, and our connections with Nigerian businesses,
you can take the guess work out of the equation.

CloseoutExplosion.com primarily focuses on brand name apparel, brand name shoes, and brand name accessories.

We carry a full stock of wholesale women's suits, dress shirts, dresses, polo shirts, pants, designer T-shirts, shoes, leather belts, handbags, and other name brand products.

All of our wholesale merchandise is authentic department store overstock and high end customer returns.

Overstock merchandise includes all riginal labels, tags, and packaging.

A full manifest is available for customers, and pictures can be sent upon request. Brands available: Tahari, Jones NY, Kasper, Le Suit, Polo Ralph Lauren, Calvin Klein, Nike, DKNY, Adidas, Levis, Tommy Hilfiger, Perry Ellis, Ecko, Sean John, Akademiks, Cuba Vera, Tommy Bahama, INC, Alfani, Timberland, and many more.

Prices are all substantially below wholesale. You are welcome to email us to arrange a visit to our showroom at New York. Our products are primarily brand name products with all of their original labels and tags.

Please, email us to ask for pictures, prices, etc…(inventory at our New York showroom ).Customers are welcome to visit our New York warehouse:

CloseoutExplosion.com
251 Greenpoint Ave
Brooklyn NY 11222
718-389-5502
917-913-6093

The wholesale business can be a very lucrative business, especially when you have the right wholesale merchandise, and are paying below wholesale prices for it. CloseoutExplosion.com can supply you with wholesale brand name merchandise at exceptionally low prices. We serve wholesale accounts of any size, from case orders to full truckloads. You can request manifests, pictures, and general information for our wholesale merchandise by calling or sending us an email.We look forward to fulfilling all of your wholesale needs.

Sincerely,
Donny Lowy

Sincerely,
Donny Lowy
718-389-5502
917-913-6093
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Nigeria's Foreign Currency Reserves Amaze Analysts

2009-01-04T14:40:00.001-08:00

Nigeria's foreign currency reserves are now over
$52 billion.

While Nigeria reported an 8% decrease in its foreign currency
reserves, it still has a sizable available reserve fund.

If the price of oil increases due to geopolitical or economic
events, Nigeria's currency reserves should increase in tandem.

In practical terms, Nigeria's foreign currency reserves should
enable the Nigerian government to expand its investment in
its infrastructure.

Since the economy of a country is heavily influenced by the modernity
of its infrastructure, the economy of Nigeria should be able to further
expand along with the government's ability to invest in the country.

Small businesses in Nigeria should prosper as well from an increase in
Nigeria's financial reserves.

Foreign business partners will be more willing to conduct business with
Nigerian business partners knowing that they are operating in a financially
stable country.

The fact that the government can draw upon a sizable financial lifeline will
enable it to protect the country from political turmoil related to recessions.

Nigerian wholesalers and retailers should expand their businesses with confidence,
knowing that they are operating in stable environment.

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Nigeria Experiences A Surge In School Enrollment By Girls

2009-01-01T10:21:00.000-08:00

In another sign that Nigeria is establishing itself
as a Western style developed country, another
milestone is quietly being reached.

Enrollment in schools by girls is rapidly increasing,
especially in the northern Nigerian state of Kano.

The equality being achieved in Nigeria's educational
system should serve as an indication of the nation's
future.

As the doors to education open for Nigerian girls,
so will the corporate and government opportunities
become available to them.

Even opportunities in international relations will be
available to these Nigerian students, since education
is still one of the most valuable assets in the eyes of
developed countries.

Wholesalers and retailers should also take note
of this development.

If a clothing wholesaler or retailer operates in Nigeria,
she should consider stocking up on wholesale clothing
geared towards female pupils.

The market for wholesale clothing will grow, as the need
for school uniforms increases among the female population.

Besides school uniforms, the demand for wholesale brand name
clothing will increase, since many of these girls will want to
wear brand name clothing during their free time.

Nigeria is already a fashion conscious society where the population
has a strong preference for brand name clothing.

Another reason why wholesale brand name clothing will be in
demand in Nigeria is because higher income levels follow those
with a higher level of education.

When these newly educated girls grow up, they will have better
jobs and business opportunities that will enable them to make
more money.

As their disposable income increases, they will want to spend
more money on branded clothing.

Businesses in Nigeria should respond to this anticipated future demand by
establishing connections with wholesalers.

Wholesalers that specialize in wholesale brand name clothing will
be best positioned to supply the Nigerian market.

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Nigeria Rapidly Building Up Its Infrastructure

2008-12-30T15:06:00.000-08:00

Chief Achike Udenwa, Nigeria's new Comerce and Industry minister,
has made it a priority to refurbish and expand Nigeria's infrastructure.

Understanding that in order for businesses in Nigeria to
thrive, its infrastructure must be in top shape, the newly
appointed government minister has made the repairing
and development of roads, streets, highways, and bridges
his top priority.

This new drive offers plenty of hope for Nigerians involved
in the wholesale and retail trade.

Since access to wholesale products, and the ability to sell
them, is influenced by the available infrastructure, it is
only to the benefit of entrepreneurs in Nigeria to see its
improvement.

A clothing store in Nigeria will now be able to receive more
foot traffic, since customers will be able to travel on better
paved roads and safer highways.

A wholesale warehouse in Nigeria will have an easier time
distributing its wholesale products, since there will be a more
fully developed roadway system.

For Nigerians buying and selling closeout products,
this phase of urban renewal promises to offer fresh new
hope.

Once the infrastructure is developed, it will be the best time to start a wholesale or
retail business in Nigeria.

Wholesalers selling to Nigeria should take note as well of the further
increase in demand for wholesale and closeout products in Nigeria
as a result of these changes.

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Nigeria Slams The Door On A $40 Billion Fraud

2008-12-29T10:21:00.000-08:00

Nigeria has taken another giant step towards
rooting out corruption.

This giant anti corruption move dealt with a massive
fraud perpetrated by the Vatswani Brothers, two Indian
entrepreneurs who were the largest Honda dealers in
Nigeria.

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission has once
again shown how serious it is when it comes to combating
fraud in Nigeria.

Nigerian government officials understand that there is a direct inverse correlation
between the level of commerce and the level of corruption.

The lower the level of corruption, the higher the level of commerce is.

With more Nigerians becoming involved in the wholesale and retail
business, it is incumbent upon Nigerian officials to continue the
good fight.

Nigerians have historically displayed a very high level of entrepreneurship.

I receive daily requests in my wholesale business from honest Nigerians
looking for wholesale products to import.

Many US based Nigerians actively purchase wholesale apparel and send it
back to Nigeria for resale purposes.

The market for wholesale products in Nigeria can continue to actively grow
provided that Nigerian officials continue stamping out corruption.

Like similar economic systems in the United States and Hong Kong,
Nigeria needs to allow unfettered access to its citizens to the international
wholesale market.

History has shown that the retail and wholesale trade can be the best job generators
for any nascent economy.

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Nigeria's Economy To Benefit From Oil Stability

2008-12-28T10:07:00.000-08:00

With the Nigerian economy depending on its
oil revenue, the further stability of its oil producing
region will ensure progress in the right direction.

Yesterday the Nigerian army reported that it
fended off an attack by a rebel group on an oil
facility in the Niger Delta region.

The army's effective defensive strategies are
on more important step that will allow Nigeria to
establish itself as the crown of Africa.

Already, one of the emerging tigers of Africa,
Nigeria has a fully developed banking and telecommunication
infrastructure.

It's highly sophisticated infrastructure allows Nigerians
to engage in profitable economic activities.

The official self employment rate in Nigeria can be misleading,
since there are actually thousands of entrepreneurs that continue
to hold a full time job, while making money on the side.

With the stabilization of the oil sector in Nigeria, more aspiring
entrepreneurs should be able to start small businesses geared
towards the oil industry.

Business opportunities in Nigeria can range from oil contractors to
clothing suppliers for the oil workers.

As the oil industry expands, so will the corporate sector, which represents
a vast market for small businesses in Nigeria.

Wholesalers should take note, and start setting up wholesale channels through
which they can serve the Nigerian market.

Nigerians are highly fashionable consumers, and prefer name brand
American wholesale products.

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Business Opportunities Increase In Nigeria As Corruption Is Weeded Out

2008-12-26T07:33:00.001-08:00

Nigeria, as with many African countries, has long toiled to dispel the influence
of government corruption.

Honest entrepreneurs from these countries had to deal with a system that required
gratuities at every step of the way.

Nigeria has spent the last few years reshaping its business environment by combating corruption at every
level of the government.

Through the EFFC, Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, it has been actively prosecuting government officials that took advantage of their government positions for personal gain.

As the influence of corruption is removed from the Nigerian business market, more Nigerian business people will be enabled to start and make money with their own businesses.

Already, the gradual eradication of corruption has allowed more Nigerians to start small side businesses.

Many Nigerians now run small trading style businesses that supplement their paychecks.

You will find bankers, accountants, and government officials selling brand name clothing to their coworkers.

In addition to brand name clothing, there is also an active trade in Nigeria for automobiles and genuine gold jewelry.

As the integrity of the system is strengthened, the average citizen of Nigeria will have a better chance of making money with his or her own side business.

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Women Entrepreneurs Are Being Empowered In Nigeria

2008-12-25T11:37:00.000-08:00

The Lagos Business School has recently started an educational program to help women learn and develop their business skills.

Ideal for a country where professional women are known to have retail and wholesale businesses on the side, this course should prove to be very popular.

Nigerian entrepreneurs are already active in the importation of American wholesale products.
Imported wholesale items range from cars, electronics, to brand name clothing.

A highly sophisticated market with a very strong fashion sense, the opportunity to make money with brand name products in Nigeria is vast.

The banking system in Nigeria is well plugged in to the international banking community, making it very easy for Nigerian entrepreneurs to purchase wholesale products from the United States, Europe, and Asia.

And because shipping rates are relatively low, the profit potential of importing brand name products into Nigeria is not tarnished by shipping costs.

With the vast opportunity to make money in Nigeria by selling brand name merchandise, it is clear to see why so many Nigerian women are rushing to hone their business skills.

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Nigerian Clothing Market Is Helped By 44 Million Cellular Phone Users

2008-11-09T13:03:00.000-08:00

Nigeria is quickly becoming Africa’s largest mobile phone market,
according to Research And Markets, quickly overtaking South Africa.

Nigeria now has over 44 million active cellular service subscribers.

This is a growing market that can offer an entrepreneur plenty of potential.

A market with a high penetration of cellular phone subscribers can mean a vast market
to fashion vendors, since customers and vendors can efficiently communicate, and conduct business as the clothing becomes available.

A clothing seller that has received a new shipment of brand name clothing can use his cell phone to reach out to her customers, and rapidly alert them to her newly arrived shipment of clothes.

Instead of the clothing seller having to wait for customers to come to her, she can now keep them up to date concerning her latest inventory, and
pull them towards her business.

As you can see, the growing usage of cell phones in Nigeria is a boon to active clothing businesses.

Clothing wholesalers serving Nigeria can help their customers by showing them the value of using their cellular phone as a business tool.

As the owner of CloseoutExplosion.com I specialize in
wholesaling brand name clothing to Nigeria.

How To Export Clothing To Nigeria

2008-11-02T11:14:00.000-08:00

As the owner of CloseoutExplosion.com I specialize in
wholesaling brand name clothing to Nigeria.

Nigeria is experiencing an economic boom.
The combination of this past year’s run up in oil prices,
and a sweeping government reform aimed at eradicating corruption,
has helped the economy in Nigeria prosper.

The economic betterment of Nigeria has lead to a direct increase in the prosperity of its expanding middle class.

With a growing banking, oil, and tourism sector, the trickle down effect has put more money into the pockets of the Nigerian middle class.

The middle class, comprised of fashion conscious consumers, is using its new found spending power to purchase brand name clothing.

While the clothing market in Nigeria is saturated by Chinese manufactured clothing, there is a scarcity of American brand names.

An exporter, whether a single individual bringing clothing to Nigeria, or a large established apparel wholesaler, can make a good deal of money by supplying brand name clothing to Nigeria.

Currently, Nigerian consumers are seeking out well known American brands such as Polo Ralph Lauren, Tommy Hilfiger, Calvin Klein, and other internationally recognizable brands.

The Nigerian market has a well developed media sector, which has the spread the popularity of American brand names to the far reaches of the country.

Supplying these lucrative brand names to Nigeria is feasible when the clothing exporter understands the market.

Because using shipping services such as UPS, Fed Ex, and DHL can be expensive,
the use of a freight forwarder is highly recommended.

Freight forwarders aggregate shipments from various senders, and through their bargaining power are able to offer shippers a much lower shipping rate.

Another advantage of using a Nigerian freight forwarder is that they can clear the apparel through
customs on behalf of the sender.

What is perhaps even more helpful to exporters dealing with the Nigerian market, is their freight collect services.

Payment for the shipping is made by the customer when he or she picks up the order from the shipper’s Nigerian office.

Some of the freight forwarders also offer direct shipping to the customer’s residence or place of business.

For people sending clothing to Nigeria, where the shipment is relatively small, the US Postal Service can be used.

But while a freight forwarder might charge as low as $2.90 per pound, the US Postal Service charges close to $6 per pound.

Most freight forwarders have a minimum of 60 pounds, while the US Postal Service has no minimum shipping requirements.

Which ever option you use, it is highly recommended that the clothing exporter feels comfortable with the shipping service.

If you are using the freight forwarder for the first time, feel comfortable in asking them for references.

Companies such as Grandbelle International and Express Air Freight Unlimited, are able to
ship and clear orders for Nigeria, on a freight collect basis, which makes them ideal for business to business transactions.

While sellers might be concerned due to media reports concerning fraud, payment for the merchandise can easily be done by wire transfer, since Nigeria has a sophisticated and well developed banking system.

From my experience, the majority of Nigerian business people are hard working and honest,
and I would not allow a few negative stories to distort the perception to what are otherwise honest people.

If you are a clothing wholesaler or exporter, and you are looking for a market with a strong appetite for high quality brand name clothing, then Nigeria might be the perfect market for you.

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