Month: November 2024

Ethiopian ambassador seeks partnership with FTAN to market Ethiopian culture

Ethiopian Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary to Nigeria, His Excellency Legesse Gerenew Haile says Ethiopia is ready to open up and excite the cultural tourism trade link with Nigeria which will help boost the three trillion dollars intra Africa continental economy. The ambassador, who is barely a month in office in Nigeria, disclosed that Nigeria is […]

Fagade assumes duty as NIHOTOUR’s Director General

Dr. Abisoye Fagade assumed duty as the Director General of the National Institute for Hospitality and Tourism (NIHOTOUR) at the head office of the Institute in Abuja today. There was a brief handover ceremony by the management team of NIHOTOUR led by Dr. Philip Maga, the Director of Special Duties of the Institute. At the […]

FTAN President, Tarzan Balogun visit CG, National Park

President, Federation of Tourism Associations of Nigeria ( FTAN) and a member, Board of Trustees (BoT) of the federation, Dr. Gani Tarzan Balogun on Tuesday paid a courtesy visit to the Conservator General of the Federation, Dr Ibrahim Goni in Abuja. The duo, who were long time friend of the Federal Government’s Premier Conservation Regulatory […]

Fadina emerges new ATPN President

The Managing Director of Jethro Tours and founder of Awori Tourism Prince Femi Fadina has been elected as the new President of the Association of Tourism Practitioners of Nigeria (ATPN). He was elected in the just concluded AGM of the association held today in Abuja. Some of the new executives of the association also elected […]

Over ten countries set for CMD Food Tour this weekend

All is set for the 6th edition of the CMD Food Tour taking place on Saturday, November 23, 2024, at Central Park, Abuja. The event is a culinary tourism event that offers participants the opportunity to sample cuisines of countries within and outside Africa in one place. It is also a business networking opportunity for […]

ATPN inducts General Gowon into Hall of Fame

The Association of Tourism Practitioners of Nigeria (ATPN) has inducted former Nigeria’s military leader, General Yakubu Gowon into the association’s Hall of Fame. The induction too place during ATPN’s annual general meeting currently on in Abuja today. Africa Travel Herald will bring more news on the ATPN AGM as it unfolds.

Over ten countries set for CMD Food Tour this weekend

All is set for the 6th edition of the CMD Food Tour taking place on Saturday, November 23, 2024, at Central Park, Abuja.  The event is a culinary tourism event that offers participants the opportunity to sample cuisines of countries within and outside Africa in one place. It is also a business networking opportunity for […]

Harnessing tourism for economic growth: Strategic mission to boost Kogi State attractions

Tourism has long been recognized as a vital driver of economic growth, boosting the Gross Domestic Product (GDP) of nations and states where it flourishes. The ripple effects of a thriving tourism industry extend to job creation, cultural preservation, and infrastructure development. In Nigeria, states like Kogi, endowed with natural landmarks such as the confluence […]

All you need to know about new NIHOTOUR’s Director General

Abisoye Fagade was announced t as the new Director General of the National Institute for Hospitality and Tourism (NIHOTOUR. He replaces Alhaji Nura Kangiwa whose tenure ended in August. Before this appointment, Fagade has had a successful career in the private sector where he carved a niche in integrated marketing communications for more than two […]

Radisson Hotel Group appoints new director for Nigeria

Radisson Hotel Group has announced the promotion of Ahmed Raza to District Director for Nigeria. Based in Lagos, Ahmed now has added to his current portfolio, Park Inn by Radisson Abeokuta, Radisson Blu Hotel Ikeja, Radisson Hotel Ikeja and Park Inn by Radisson Serviced Apartments Victoria Island, Lagos. Effective mid November 2024, Ahmed will oversee […]