In a landmark move aimed at addressing the growing environmental challenges confronting Nigeria’s inland waterways, a multisectorial indigenous environmental company, Parts Central Limited has been mandated to provide strategic oversight and implementation support for a comprehensive clean-up initiative designed to restore the nation’s waterways and to enhance their economic potential. The project, initiated during the […]
Category: Travel and Tourism
ITPN applauds ATHCON, promises collaboration
The President of the Institute for Tourism Professionals of Nigeria (ITPN), Chief Abiodun Odusanwo, has applauded the contributions of members of the Association of Tourism and Hospitality Consultants in Nigeria (ATHCON), saying it is necessary for the growth and development of tourism and hospitality industry in the country. Odusanwo said this in a special message […]
Travel Marketing Partner to collaborate with tourism ministry, FTAN, NTDA, others on safety, security conference
Travel Marketing Partner (Nigeria) Limited, organisers of the forthcoming National Tourism Safety and Security Technology Conference and Trade Show, has revealed the partnership of the Federal Ministry of Arts Culture Tourism and Creative Economy (FMACTCE), Federation of Tourism Associations of Nigeria (FTAN), Nigerian Tourism Development Authority (NTDA), and others in staging the first edition of […]
To compete globally Nigeria must close skills gap, says Onung
The Chairman Board of Trustees of the National Hospitality and Tourism Sector Skills Council (HTSSCN) and Chief Executive of Remlords Group, Mr. Nkereuwem Onung has urged Nigeria to close the skills gap in the tourism and hospitality sector to compete globally. He made the call while delivering his acceptance speech after the swearing in of […]
IHTEF 9.0 unveils speakers for Hospitality Sustainability Summit Africa
The organisers of the International Hospitality, Tourism and Eco-Sustainability Forum (IHTEF) have unveiled an impressive line-up of speakers for the 9th edition of the Hospitality Sustainability Summit Africa (IHTEF 9.0), scheduled to hold from May 22–23, 2026 in Abuja. With the theme “Investing in Africa’s Sustainable Hospitality Future,” the Summit will convene leading voices across […]
Runsewe commends NANTA over ANJET’s, Frank Meke’s awards
The former Director General of the National Council for Arts and Culture (NCAC ) and the Nigerian Tourism Development Authority (NTDA) Otunba Runsewe has commended the National Association of Nigerian Travel Agencies (NANTA) for recognizing the contributions of the Association of Nigerian Journalists and Writers of Tourism (ANJET), and veteran travel writer and Managing Director […]
Frank Meke wins Tourism Media Personality of the Year award at ATICA
It was an evening marked by vibrant music and a rich display of Africa’s dynamic culture showcasing the tourism and hospitality sector, as Frank Meke, a veteran tourism journalist and founder, Cre8tive 9JA Radio, with over three decades of experience in promoting African travel and tourism industr to the world was honored with the Outstanding […]
Nigerian tourism industry loses top practitioner Victor Kayode
The Nigerian tourism industry has lost one of the leading industry voices, Mr. Victor Olarenwaju Kolade. He was the President of the Nigerian Hotel and Catering Institute (NHCI) and a council member of the Federation of Tourism Associations of Nigeria (FTAN). The late Kayode was, until his death, also the Group General Manager and Managing […]
Marriott Bonvoy partners with Ethiopian Airlines to improve members’ travel benefits
Marriott International’s travel programme and Ethiopian Airlines, Africa’s largest airline and a Star Alliance member, today announced a partnership that gives travellers more opportunities to earn and redeem points and miles across both hotel stays and flights. Starting today, eligible members of Marriott Bonvoy and ShebaMiles, Ethiopian Airlines’ loyalty programme, can convert ShebaMiles into Marriott […]
National Sports Tourism Conference shifted to May 12th
The National Organizing Committee of the National Sports Tourism Conference and Exhibition (NASTOCE) 2026, has announced the postponement and rescheduling of the NASTOCE 2026 now to hold on Tuesday 12th May, 2026, starting by 9:00am, with the Nicon Luxury Hotel, Abuja, venue of the event remaining unchanged. Also affected in the changes is the Award […]
