By Seun Ibiyemi The Director-General of the National Institute for Hospitality and Tourism (NIHOTOUR), Dr. Abisoye Fagade, has defended the implementation of the NIHOTOUR Act, insisting that the reforms are designed to professionalise Nigeria’s tourism and hospitality industry and not to victimise operators. Speaking during an interactive session with members of the Association of Nigerian…
By Seun Ibiyemi The National Institute for Hospitality and Tourism (NIHOTOUR) has inaugurated the National Committee on Industry Professional Bodies Recognition and Governance (NCIPBRG) as part of efforts to strengthen professionalism, institutional governance and stakeholder collaboration in Nigeria’s hospitality and tourism industry. The committee was inaugurated at NIHOTOUR’s headquarters in Abuja by the Director-General and…
By Seun Ibiyemi The Government of Ghana has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening tourism and cultural ties with Nigeria, describing Africa’s most populous nation as one of its most strategic tourism markets. Ghana’s Deputy Minister of Tourism, Culture and Creative Arts, Mr. Yusif Jajah, made the declaration on Tuesday during an executive dinner held at…
By Seun Ibiyemi The National Executive Council of the National Association of Nigeria Travel Agencies (NANTA) has commenced a seven-day retreat and familiarisation trip in Ghana aimed at strengthening tourism partnerships and promoting cross-border travel between Nigeria and Ghana. The retreat, hosted by Safari World, will see members of the association’s leadership engage in strategic…
By Seun Ibiyemi Stakeholders in Nigeria’s tourism and hospitality sector have called for the adoption of a hybrid governance framework that combines statutory regulation with professional recognition to strengthen workforce development and enhance the industry’s global competitiveness. The recommendation was made at the National Institute of Hospitality and Tourism (NIHOTOUR) Stakeholder Engagement Forum held on…
By Seun Ibiyemi Hajia Bolaji Mustapha has been returned unopposed as President of the National Association of Nigeria Tour Operators (NATOP) at the association’s Annual General Meeting held at the Remi Tinubu Hall, Alausa, Ikeja, Lagos. The Annual General Meeting marked a significant milestone for the association as Mustapha highlighted achievements recorded during her first…
By Seun Ibiyemi The Nigeria Association of Tour Operators (NATOP) has inaugurated its first National Secretariat, marking a major milestone in the association’s history as it seeks to strengthen domestic tourism, promote professionalism and deepen collaboration within Nigeria’s tourism industry. The secretariat, located at 13 Osho Street, Opebi Link Bridge, Ikeja, Lagos, was officially unveiled…
…Sets agenda for tourism growth The Nigerian Association of Tour Operators (NATOP) has announced plans for its 10th Annual General Meeting (AGM) and the inauguration of its first-ever national secretariat, describing the twin events as significant milestones in the association’s decade-long efforts to promote tourism development in Nigeria. Speaking at a press conference held on…
By Onyeka Ezike Following the increasing attacks on African migrants, particularly Nigerians, Industry Professionals have attributed these incidents to poverty and a lack of education among some South African citizens. In recent times, the crime rate in South Africa has risen, with some citizens accusing migrants of being responsible for criminal activities in the country….
