Month: May 2026

By Frank Meke In the past year, the tourism industry has witnessed the emergence of what can best be described as “shadow boxing” experts—individuals more invested in self-validation than in the genuine growth and development of the sector. They strive to appear impactful, yet often lack the depth of thought required to drive meaningful progress. […]

The National Association of Tour Operators (NATOP) has successfully hosted the Abuja Green City Tour and Promotion of Sustainable Transport Systems in Nigeria, bringing together stakeholders in the tourism and transport sectors to showcase the Federal Capital Territory’s eco-friendly potential. The event, held on April 30, 2026, drew participation from tourism professionals, partners, sponsors, and […]

The President of the Association of Tourism Practitioners of Nigeria (ATPN) and Chairman of the Awori Tourism Development Board Prince Femi Fadina has urged tourism industry practitioners to cooperate with one another to build the industry rather than engaging in unhealthty competition. He said this while delivering a keynote speech during the annual symposium organised […]

It was colourful, with lots of music, and high energy dance as hundreds of youths and the elderly trooped to the La Campagne Tropicana Forest, Hills and Caves in Ita-Nla, Ondo town, Ondo State to participate and witness the first day of the 2026 Asun Carnival Ondo. Young and old revellers in colourful and well […]

Former Director-General of the National Council for Arts and Culture, Olusegun Runsewe, has been honoured with the Africa Man of the Year Award in Arts, Culture and Hospitality by the National Chronicle, further cementing his enduring influence in Nigeria’s cultural and tourism sectors. The award, presented on April 30, 2026, adds to a growing list […]