It is now possible for air travelers in Nigeria to purchase original Dell laptops and other devices at the ever-busy Murtala Muhammed International Airport in Lagos. Dell has opened a booth at the airport, ,stating it will be showcasing its latest consumer solutions devices there.
Located in the main lounge of Domestic terminal (MMA2), the Dell booth will be open Monday to Friday from 8 am to 5 pm until November, 2015. The innovative move is already attracting the attention of passengers using the airport for business and personal travels.
“This stand is one way that Dell can take its innovations directly to the consumer, and what better place to do so than at our main international airport” said Annie Odo-Effiong, marketing manager, Dell Nigeria. “Dell has a long history of innovation, and this has always been the company’s focus.”The company believes offering customers the opportunity to purchase a Dell device ahead of a flight allows them to stay connected on their trip, and provides them with the chance to spend time with a Dell advisor to ensure that they get the device that will best suit their needs and budget.
Furthermore, any purchases made on the stand are void VAT and customers will receive a free Dell wireless mouse or headset.
Akin Banuso, country manager, Dell, Nigeria said: “By working with team at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport we are able to provide customers in Nigeria, and those passing through the airport, with access to our innovative solutions.” He added, “The stand at the airport has seen great success in the short time it has been on-site and we are expecting this to continue over the next four months.”
Commenting on his experience, Gbemi Olagundoye, an IT Consultant said “Dell creates sleek and powerful devices which are able to perform very well, and often exceed my expectations. Having a presence in the main airport in Lagos will prove to be very popular as the public can have hands-on time prior to making the purchase”.
