Olokpo, a new catering service app that will help connect customers with food vendors and caterers within their locations across the country has been launched in Lagos.
The app will also give people access to qulified and verified professionals for their events with a single click while helping them get found easily and start attracting customers.
In her welcome address at the launch, held at Radisson Blu Hotel in Ikeja, the founder, Jennifer Onose-Eromosele, stated that the launch, which she described as a movement, is aimed at transforming the future of food in Nigeria. She added that  the platform affords caterers, bakers, mixologists, event planners, and chefs the opportunity to showcase their skills and connect with clients instantly, helping them grow their business with ease.

“Today is a very great day for us as we launch our app. We are not just launching our app, we are starting a community. Olokpo simplifies the process of hiring culinary professionals, making it easier for individuals and businesses to find caterers, chefs, mixologists, and other food experts. The app offers innovative features such as easy connectivity, trust, quality food, as well as seamless payment and booking methods Whether planning a wedding, a corporate event, or a family dinner, users can connect with trusted professionals with just a few clicks,” she added.
The Lagos State commissioner for Agriculture and Food Systems, Abisola Olusanya, who was represented by the Permanent Secretary, Emmanuel Audu, urged food entrepreneurs to leverage digital solutions such as the Olokpo catering app, to tap into the growing food market while reaffirming the states’ commitment to supporting the culinary industry.
“We are not just concerned with producing food. We are very particular about how the food we produce gets to the table as prepared, packaged, processed, and preserved food.
“If you are involved in food production, this is where you should be. Sign up on the Olokpo app. It is an innovation that will expand your business, increase your reach, and translate into more revenue,” she said.

The app will also be launched across African countries like Kenya and Ghana.