Emmanuel Ojukwu
Jumia Nigeria has inaugurated a cutting-edge integrated warehouse and logistics facility in Isolo, Lagos, aiming to significantly boost delivery efficiency. The launch, held on Tuesday, marks a pivotal advancement in Jumia’s commitment to enhancing its logistics capabilities and streamlining its supply chain management.
Sunil Natraj, CEO of Jumia Nigeria, hailed the new warehouse as a transformative development for the company. “The launch of our integrated warehouse marks a key moment for Jumia Nigeria,” he said. “By consolidating our operations under one roof, we are not only streamlining our fulfilment processes but also laying the groundwork for significant improvements in efficiency, scalability, and cost reduction. This will allow us to offer a wider product variety and, most importantly, deliver them to our consumers faster than ever before.”
The event also featured remarks from Mrs Folashade Ambrose-Medebem, Commissioner for Commerce, Cooperatives, Trade and Investment, representing Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu. She praised Jumia’s impressive growth and its innovative approach to e-commerce. “Jumia’s journey in Nigeria has been nothing short of extraordinary. From simple beginnings, it has grown into a leading e-commerce company revolutionising the way we shop and do business,” she said. “This new warehouse, with its cutting-edge technology and vast capacity, will significantly enhance Jumia’s ability to serve its customers efficiently. Meeting the ever-growing demands of the e-commerce sector is a bold economic step forward, ensuring that goods can be delivered faster, more reliably, and at a lower cost.”
Sanwo-Olu also highlighted the broader economic impact of the facility, noting its potential to create numerous jobs and provide skill development opportunities, thereby strengthening the local workforce. He commended Jumia’s commitment to sustainability, emphasising that the new integrated warehouse reduces the need for first-mile transportation between multiple warehouses and sorting centres, significantly cutting carbon emissions.
Richmond Otu, Chief Supply Officer of Jumia, expressed excitement about the improved working environment the new facility offers. “We are excited to provide our dedicated supply chain team with a modern and improved working environment. The new facility’s central location in Isolo offers convenient access for our staff and streamlines the logistics processes. The integration of various services will empower us to optimise fulfilment and reduce our environmental impact through minimized transportation requirements,” he said.
The launch of this integrated warehouse not only represents a significant milestone for Jumia but also underscores its role in driving economic growth and innovation within Nigeria’s e-commerce sector.
