South African Tourism has condemned recent anti-immigrant attacks in parts of the country and has reassured travellers from the continent of their safety following reports of cancelled bookings linked to protests and isolated incidents targeting foreign nationals. In a statement issued on 28th May 2026, the national tourism body said it is closely monitoring developments […]

The Association of Tourism Practitioners of Nigeria (ATPN) has observed with deep concern and measured amusement the continued public misrepresentation by a certain individual, who, despite an ongoing court matter regarding the leadership of the association, has continued to parade himself as the “National President” of ATPN and has now proceeded to embark on a […]

For years, the Nigerian film industry has come under criticism for the portrayal and glamorization of illicit behaviours, particularly smoking in movies — a practice that runs contrary to the global anti-tobacco advocacy championed by the World Health Organization (WHO). Leading the campaign against the promotion of smoking in films in Nigeria is the Executive […]

For the first time in more than 60 years, the Ijebu iconic traditional festival, Ijude Oba, will be celebrated with a substantive king, the Awujale. This is as a result of the demise of the last Awujale, Oba Sikiru Adetona, on July 13, 2025 at the age of 91. The late Awujale became king at […]

The Vice President of the Nigeria Association of Tour Operators (NATOP) South West Zone Mr. Anago Osho has inaugurated the Ibadan chapter of the association. This was done on May 21, 2026. This milestone marks the first inauguration of its kind in the history of the association, and it stands as a remarkable achievement for […]

*Urges calm on Supreme Court ruling The Acting Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of the National Inland Waterways Authority (NIWA), Umar Yusuf Girei, has issued a stern warning to boat operators across the country to strictly adhere to waterways safety regulations during the forthcoming Eid-el-Kabir celebrations. Girei gave the warning during an exclusive interview […]

There is something deeply troubling about the current state of tourism governance in Lagos State. Seven years after the Lagos State Tourism Promotion Agency Law was enacted, the institution envisioned by that legislation still appears unable to fully stand on its own. What should have become the central institutional driver of tourism policy, destination management, […]

In medieval times, gatekeepers were entrusted with protecting city entrances from external threats and ensuring that only authorized individuals gained access. In today’s hospitality industry, hotel professionals occupy a similar strategic position as the first point of contact between a nation and its visitors. Their attitude, conduct, and service delivery often shape the first impression […]

The Abia State government under the leadership of Governor Alex Otti has reiterated its commitment to economically empower widows, single mothers and indigent citizens in the state. This was disclosed by the state’s Commissioner for Trade and Commerce Dr. Salome Nkemakolam Obiukwu during the business support training for widows, single mothers, and indigent citizens. Obiukwu […]

Nigeria’s renowned cultural tourism administrator, Otunba Segun Runsewe, has endorsed the recent inauguration of the national registration and certification exercise for cultural tourism, hospitality, and travel professionals by the National Institute for Hospitality and Tourism (NIHOTOUR). Runsewe, who was conferred with the Fellowship Award of the institute alongside other prominent industry stakeholders during an event […]