When Nigeria returned to the World Travel Market (WTM) London, the biggest travel trade show on earth, after missing last year’s edition and after over a decade of inconsistent presence, the world did not just see a stand. The world saw a nation that had decided to come back. And behind that comeback was a […]
Nkereuwem Onung is a tourism enigma
There are some men you meet in this industry and you wonder, how did he get here, what is he made of, why does he keep giving when others have stopped giving, why does he keep building when others have abandoned the building site, why does he keep smiling when the stones are thrown at […]
Nigeria tourism and culture: Otunba Segun Runsewe must live long
President Tinubu, Recall Him. Give Him Tourism. Let Him Reboot Nigeria. There are men who occupy public offices, and there are men who, through their passion, commitment and impact, become synonymous with the institutions they lead. Otunba Olusegun Runsewe, OON, belongs to the latter category. My friend, Nkereuwem Onung, would often offer a heartfelt prayer: […]
Mustapha Mohammed leads NANTA team to WTM, as NTDA is set to participate
Nigeria’s leading travel and tourism trade body, the National Association of Nigeria Travel Agencies (NANTA), is set for another major outing at the World Travel Market (WTM) in London, scheduled to hold from November 3 to 5. The association, which spearheaded Nigeria’s return to the global travel and tourism marketplace between 2022 and 2024 without […]
ATBOWATON embarks on awareness campaigns to support President Tinubu, Hamzat in 2027 elections
ATBOWATON National President Dr. Tarzan Shekoni Balogun (second from left) with Deputy National President Alhaji Kola Adesiyan on his right during the campaign for President Tinubu The Association of Tourist Boat Operators and Water Transporters of Nigeria (ATBOWATON) has embarked on sensitization and awareness campaigns among its members and members of the public to canvas […]
Onung urges Akwa Ibomites to turn tourism assets to wealth as Tourism Hotspot radio show debuts
The Special Adviser to the Akwa Ibom State Governor on Culture and Tourism, Mr. Nkereuwem Onung, has called for greater efforts to unlock the economic value of tourism infrastructure in Akwa Ibom State, urging residents to take advantage of government investments to drive sustainable enterprise and economic growth. Onung, who made the call on Thursday, […]
With Odigbose premiere, Akinboboye showed distinctive class, creative prowess
When the much-anticipated premiere of Odigbose – The play, made it debut on MUSON Centre, Onikan, on Saturday, October 17, 2026, it didn’t disappoint. This as all the elements of theatre; this time, African theatrics, came together to give vent, colours, vibrancy and true meaning to the historic narrative of the theme of the dramatic […]
Dredgers deny reports of alleged extortion by Lagos commissioner Alebiosu
The Dredgers Association of Nigeria (DAN) has dissociated itself from a report published on Linda Ikeji’s Blog and other online platforms on October 23, 2026, titled “Dredgers Association Appeals to Sanwo-Olu Over Alleged Extortion, Urges Governor to Call Alebiosu, Cardozo to Order.” In a disclaimer signed by its National Leadership, the Association categorically stated that […]
Tinubu endorses NIHOTOUR reforms, receives Nigeria’s highest tourism honour
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has reaffirmed his commitment to supporting the growth of Nigeria’s tourism and hospitality industry following a meeting with the Director-General and Chief Executive Officer of the National Institute for Hospitality and Tourism (NIHOTOUR), Aare Abisoye Fagade. During the meeting, Aare Fagade briefed the President on ongoing reforms across the tourism, hospitality […]
Finchglow Holdings: Building sustainable enterprises at heart of Nigeria’s travel, tourism transformations
Nigeria’s travel, aviation and tourism sector continues to demonstrate remarkable resilience and long-term growth potential despite economic challenges, currency volatility and rising operating costs. According to the World Travel and Tourism Council (WTTC), the sector was projected to contribute approximately ₦9.55 trillion to Nigeria’s economy in 2024, accounting for about 3.9% of GDP and supporting […]