Author: uguru okorie

The President of the Federation of Tourism Associations of Nigeria (FTAN), Dr Aliyu Ajayi Badaki, has charged the Director General of the National Institute for Hospitality and Tourism (NIHOTOUR), Dr Abisoye Fagade, to focus more on training and capacity building in the sector, noting that these are core areas that would ultimately lead to standardisation, […]

It was joy in the home of the Director General of Ekiti Tourism Bureau Wale Ojo-Lanre as his daughter, Anne Temiloluwa Ojo-Lanre bagged a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in International Relations at the recently held 28th Convocation Ceremony of Lead City University, Ibadan. Leads University is one of Nigeria’s most outstanding private universities. The hall […]

It was a night of glitz, celebration, honour and rewards for excellent service to the nation and immense contributions to tourism as the Federation of Tourism Associations of Nigeria (FTAN) bestowed its prestigious awards of Tourism Icon on selected individuals and organisations in recognition of their invaluable commitment to pushing the frontiers of Nigerian tourism. […]

It was a scene fit for a blockbuster; full of suspense and anticipation, as former Director General of the National Council for Arts and Culture (NCAC), Otunba Segun Runsewe, mounted the podium at the Nigeria Tourism Investment Forum and Exhibition (NTIFE) 2025 in Abuja. The event, organised by the Federation of Tourism Associations of Nigeria […]

By Wilson Uche Ugwu – Vice President, South East, FTAN A new cultural awakening is unfolding in Igboland, driven by the vibrant energy of Aba Fashion Week. Once known primarily for its manufacturing prowess and entrepreneurial spirit, Aba is now repositioning itself as a cradle of fashion innovation—where creativity, identity, and craftsmanship converge to shape […]

The National President of the National Association of Chambers of Commerce industry mines and agriculture (NACCIMA), Engr. Jani Ibrahim, has called on all African returnees from the diaspora, to embrace Nigeria and make the country, their home. While delivering his goodwill message at the grand opening of the IPADA Initatives 2025 at La Campagne Tropicana […]

Nigeria’s newest aviation landmark, the Akwa Ibom International Airport in Uyo, has been hailed as a significant catalyst for the country’s tourism advancement. The airport—recently designated an international facility by the Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo—is located adjacent to the state’s domestic terminal and features cutting-edge aviation and travel technology, five-star lounges, […]

Member of the Lagos State House of Assembly and the House Committee Chairman on Tourism and Culture, Honourable Bonu Solomon Saanu, has called for the full implementation of the Lagos State Tourism Master-plan that was passed by the state house of assembly and signed into law. He made this call while speaking with the members […]

The Federal Ministry of Art, Culture, Tourism and the Creative Economy has announced the postponement of the 2025 edition of the National Festival of Arts and Culture (NAFEST) earlier scheduled to commence today, Saturday, November 22, 2025 in Enugu State. The decision, according to the ministry, follows a careful assessment of the national mood and […]

The Federation of Tourism Associations of Nigeria (FTAN) and the Nigerian Tourism Development Authority (NTDA) have pledged strategic collaborative efforts, with the end-objective of achieving shared goals. As part of this strategic partnership, NTDA will sign a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with FTAN on the joint marketing of Nigeria across international channels, as Nigeria looks […]