The Secretary of China Chamber of Commerce, Mr Cui Guangzheng, said that no Nigerian has been discriminated against or prevented from entering the Chinese supermarket located on the premises of Royal Choice Estate, Airport Road, Abuja. He also reiterated the commitment of the chamber towards ensuring equality and inclusiveness.
A video posted by an unidentified FCT resident alleged that a Nigerian was denied access to the estate, claiming that citizens were not allowed into the supermarket. However, Guangzheng clarified that this was not the case and no individual was discriminated against or denied access to the estate or supermarket to purchase groceries.
The supermarket is located in the residential area of the estate and is one of several enterprises using the facility. Guangzheng regretted any altercation at the estate’s entrance gate between the security personnel and a customer, stating that it does not reflect the official position of the estate management or the chamber of commerce.
He further added that the principles of the China Chamber of Commerce are to enhance friendship between the people of both countries and promote economic development. The supermarket was closed and locked when officials of the Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) visited the supermarket, as reported by the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN).