Brands/Products
Schneider Electric Urges Consumers to Always Purchase Original Products
By Adedapo Adesanya
Amidst the mission to drive safe and sustainable energy usage, software and energy multinational company, Schneider Electric, recently raised awareness around original products at a roadshow campaign in Oshodi, Lagos, Nigeria.
The event was held across two markets in Oshodi, Arena Market and Brown Street, to inform the population about original Schneider Electric products and provide the opportunity for customers to learn about licensed resellers and various categories of products.
The roadshow witnessed the strengthening of the relationship between the resellers and the brand, as the new Country President of Schneider Electric West Africa, Ajibola Akindele, was introduced.
Also at the event were the Marketing Communications Manager, Schneider Electric West Africa, Ms Omobolanle Omotayo; Channels Sales Director, Schneider Electric West Africa, Mr Nurudeen Oyedeji; and Retail Sales Specialist, Schneider Electric Nigeria, Mr Ibrahim Balogun, amongst others.
Speaking at the show, Mr Oyedeji mentioned that the spread and accessibility of Schneider Electric’s product to customers in the community could be attributed to the credible distributors present in the Oshodi community and the work they do.
He also stressed the importance of end-users patronizing the brand from only approved vendors.
“We can push Schneider Electric’s products to the end-users because of our resellers and distributors’ presence in this community; all SE’s customers in the Oshodi community are advised to purchase strictly from these distributors to avoid acquisition of counterfeit Schneider Electric products,” he said.
Adding her input, Ms Omotayo highlighted that the connection with the resellers provided noteworthy feedback on Schneider Electric’s work being done in the community and areas for innovation.
“The roadshow offered an opportunity to gauge the market’s response to our products and interact with various resellers and distributors who provided unique insights into the sales and marketing work Schneider Electric does. This insight will aid Schneider to continuously work innovatively to deliver on consumers’ pain points,” she said.
Buttressing his statement, Mr Balogun noted that “the roadshow campaign aided in reaching existing customers and establishing new connections with potential customers in the community to become licensed resellers and distributors of Schneider Electric’s solutions. Schneider Electric remains dedicated to bettering the lives of consumers by ensuring that the products are accessible to all.”
Schneider Electric drives digital transformation by integrating world-leading process and energy technologies, an endpoint to cloud connecting products, controls, software, and services across the entire lifecycle, enabling integrated company management for homes, buildings, data centres, infrastructure, and industries.
By Aduragbemi Omiyale
The chief executive of Canal+ Africa, Mr David Mignot, has disclosed that MultiChoice is now fully integrated into the media group.
Mr Mignot disclosed this via a statement issued on Thursday, noting that this development marks a new phase in the evolution of one of Africa’s leading pay television operators.
He noted that the integration positions MultiChoice within a global media organisation with an extensive international footprint.
“MultiChoice is now a full subsidiary of a truly international media group operating in 70 countries. The group was founded in France, is listed in London and Johannesburg, and has a strong African presence with operations in more than 45 countries,” Mr Mignot said.
The statement underscores the scale of the combined business, highlighting Canal+’s global reach alongside its significant investments across Africa.
The completion of the transaction is expected to strengthen MultiChoice’s position in the African media and entertainment market by giving it access to the broader resources, expertise and international capabilities of the Canal+ Group, while reinforcing the group’s commitment to the continent.
MultiChoice operates across sub-Saharan Africa through platforms including DStv and GOtv, serving millions of subscribers with entertainment, sports and news content.
By Adedapo Adesanya
FoodCourt, a Nigerian cloud kitchen startup backed by Y Combinator, has suspended operations after months of unpaid salaries and mounting debts to vendors triggered a staff strike and forced the company to halt customer orders, according to a report by TechCabal.
The publication reported that customers first noticed on March 4 that they could no longer place orders through the FoodCourt app after the company disabled ordering as kitchen workers, delivery personnel and branch staff embarked on strike over unpaid wages. The company also owed outstanding payments to vendors.
By April 19, FoodCourt had temporarily shut its last operating branch after suspending activities across its Lagos and Abuja locations while seeking fresh funding and restructuring the business, according to the report.
The company’s chief executive, Mr Henry Nneji, said the decision to pause operations was not caused by a single issue but by a combination of operational, organisational and working-capital challenges.
“It’s important to clarify that the decision to pause operations wasn’t driven by one single issue. We reached a point where it became clear that continuing to patch those issues while operating wasn’t the right long-term decision,” he said.
“The objective is to build a stronger business than the one that existed before the suspension. We fully intend to bring FoodCourt back,” he added in an emailed response.
The company acknowledged outstanding obligations to employees, vendors, riders and service providers, but declined to disclose the number of affected workers or the total amount owed. It said efforts were underway to resolve the liabilities as part of its restructuring process.
It was also reported that the startup’s financial difficulties worsened after expansion into additional locations increased operating costs, while its cloud kitchen model came under pressure from rising labour, logistics, food and marketing expenses.
Despite the shutdown, Mr Nneji said FoodCourt intends to relaunch after completing its restructuring, adding that the company believes demand for its products remains strong.
Founded in 2021 by Henry Nneji and Paul Adokiye Iruene, FoodCourt operates cloud kitchens under multiple virtual restaurant brands through its consumer app. According to TechCabal, the startup had previously disclosed raising $1.7 million, delivering more than one million meals and reaching $4.3 million in annual recurring revenue by the end of 2024.
By Aduragbemi Omiyale
To further reinforce its commitment to continuous enhancement of customer experience through menu innovation and quality improvements, Chicken Republic, Nigeria’s leading quick-service restaurant brand and a flagship brand of Food Concepts Plc, has improved its Smokey Jollof recipe across restaurants nationwide.
As a customer-centric brand, Chicken Republic regularly evaluates consumer feedback, dining trends, and product performance to ensure its menu continues to deliver the quality and value to which customers have become accustomed.
The updated Smokey Jollof is part of this ongoing commitment to continuous improvement.
The refreshed recipe represents the latest evolution of one of the brand’s most popular offerings.
Developed with a focus on richer flavour, greater consistency and an even more satisfying eating experience, the improved Smokey Jollof reflects Chicken Republic’s dedication to meeting the evolving tastes and expectations of its customers.
“At Chicken Republic, our customers are at the heart of every decision we make. We are constantly listening, learning and looking for ways to improve the experience we deliver.
“The improved Smokey Jollof is a reflection of that commitment. We’ve refined the recipe to deliver an even richer, more enjoyable taste experience while maintaining the flavour profile our customers know and love,” the Managing Director of Food Concept, Mr Olumide Aniyikaiye, stated.
“Great brands evolve with their consumers. This update is not about changing what people love, but about making it even better.
“We are confident that customers will enjoy the improved recipe and appreciate the attention we continue to invest in delivering quality meals every day,” Mr Aniyokaiye added.
The improved Smokey Jollof is now available at Chicken Republic outlets nationwide, allowing customers to experience a more flavourful and consistent version of a fan-favourite menu item.
This latest enhancement underscores Chicken Republic’s broader commitment to innovation, quality and creating memorable meal experiences for customers across Nigeria.
