Governor Otti Advocates for Igbo Traders' Digital Shift
On Monday, during the Igbo Day Lecture and Dinner organized by Ohanaeze Ndigbo Worldwide in Umuahia, Abia State Governor Alex Otti called on Igbo traders to evolve beyond traditional trading methods and embrace manufacturing and digital commerce. Otti expressed concerns regarding the increasing competition from Chinese traders in retail, particularly in Lagos, and stated that the response should be a shift towards manufacturing and technology-driven commerce.
He emphasized that his administration is investing in digital skills for young people, with some Abians already working for global tech companies through the TechRise initiative. Otti assured the President-General of Ohanaeze Ndigbo of his administration's support and described the theme of the event, “Njikọ Ka” (Unity is Supreme), as reflective of the importance of unity in diversity.
He affirmed that Abia is transitioning from conventional trading to digital trading, which is essential for competing in the global market.
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