A high-powered delegation from the National Association of Nigeria Travel Agencies (NANTA) paid a courtesy visit to His Imperial Majesty, Oba Enitan Adeyeye Ogunwusi Ojaja II, the Ooni of Ife, at the Palace in Ile-Ife.

The delegation, led by Dr. Dagunduro Olatokunbo, 2nd National Deputy President, and Prince Ajibade Abiodun Olaleye, Vice President-elect of the Western Zone, was received by Hon. Uzoma Ani, one of the Special Assistants to the Ooni of Ife, at the Ife Grand Resort, before proceeding to the Palace.

Oba Ogunwusi expressed delight at NANTA’s 50th anniversary celebration and promised to attend the official opening of the Conference and Exhibition on April 16, 2026, as part of high-profile dignitaries to declare the event open with spiritual blessings.

He praised the theme of the AGM, “Embracing our diverse cultural heritage from the city of firsts: Redefining our roles as global travel ambassadors,” emphasizing the need to promote Nigeria’s rich culture to the world. The Ooni noted that this responsibility is not limited to royalty, but also involves the travel and tourism industry as a vital marketing arm.

The Palace will host NANTA stakeholders on April 15, 2026, for a tour. Oba Ogunwusi described Ile-Ife as the cradle of the Yoruba race and origin of humanity and civilization, saying the visit would reconnect delegates to their roots.

Other NANTA executives present included Mr. Obasa Oyebola, former Zonal PRO; Dr. Adegboola Olufemi, Financial Secretary; Mr. Ojekunle Afeez, Welfare Officer; Mr. Solomon Olabayo, Osun State Chapter Coordinator; and other members of the Osun State chapter.

The Ooni blessed and prayed for a successful and impactful event.