The head of the Chinese Consulate in Nigeria, Consul General Yan Yuqing, has tasked Carloha, distributors of Chery brands in Nigeria, with the need to ride on innovation to strengthen its presence in Nigeria.
Yuqing applauded Carloha for the remarkable progress in advancing technological developments in Nigeria and Africa.
She gave the commendation at a meeting with senior executives from Carloha led by Zhao Qiang, sales director of Carloha Company, the exclusive distributor of Chery vehicles in Nigeria.
The meeting marked a significant milestone in the collaboration between Nigeria and Chery, a globally respected Chinese automotive brand and the number one exporter among Chinese manufacturers with a 26-year legacy of excellence.
Consul General Yan applauded Chery’s remarkable progress in global markets, highlighting its role as a trailblazer in the automotive sector.
According to her, Chery’s commitment to innovation aligns with the “Belt and Road” Initiative, driving economic growth and advancing technological development.
She expressed optimism about the potential for Carloha to deepen its roots in Nigeria, encouraging the company to enhance its local presence through cutting-edge technologies, quality services, and impactful community-driven activities.
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On his part, Zhao Qiang reaffirmed Carloha’s dedication to empowering Nigerian communities by offering reliable, affordable, and innovative mobility solutions.
He emphasised Chery’s commitment to building stronger bilateral trade between Nigeria and China.
“With a focus on high-quality vehicles tailored for the Nigerian market, Carloha aims to redefine consumer expectations with products that are safe, practical, and accessible,” he said.
“This collaboration is not just about vehicles; it is a step towards creating local opportunities. With 60 percent of Carloha’s management team being Nigerian and an emphasis on training and upskilling local talent, the partnership symbolises Carloha’s investment in the people of Nigeria,” he said.
The company contributes to environmental sustainability by introducing electric vehicles and promoting eco-friendly mobility solutions.
Beyond selling cars, Chery and Carloha believed to be building dreams, one innovative step at a time. From its expansive Lagos showroom to its customer-first 6-year warranty and service programmes, Carloha has set new standards for service and trust in the automotive industry.
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