Professor Wasiu Babalola, a professor of hotel management, forensic accounting and audit was today, August 9, in Lagos elected to chair Standards Organisation of Nigeria’s (SON) National Technical Committee on Tourism and Related Services. Key roles of the committee include: to identify the standards the tourism industry needs; participate fully in their development, and also […]
Brazil, Nigeria renew cultural bonds as President Lula celebrates Soyinka, endorses Heritage Voyage of Return
In a world often marked by division, there are rare moments that shine as timeless reminders of our shared humanity, heritage, and destiny. One such moment unfolded in Brazil on August 25, 2025, when Nigeria’s President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Brazil’s President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva welcomed Nobel Laureate Prof. Wole Soyinka and the […]
We are ready to transfer regulatory power to NANTA, says NIHOTOUR DG
The Director-General of the National Institute for Hospitality and Tourism (NIHOTOUR), Dr. Abisoye Fagade, has commended the National Association of Nigeria Travel Agencies (NANTA) for its training initiatives. He described the training as crucial to aligning members with global travel trade best practices, and that NIHOTOUR was ready to transfer it’s regulatory power, in that […]
Taraba tourism: La Campagne delivers Nigeria’s 1st Agro, ecotourism resort brand
Taraba State government is on the cusp of making the state Nigeria’s premier Agro and Eco-tourism destination, with the completion of its first ever Agro and Eco-tourism Resort, known as La Campagne Tropicana Agro Eco-tourism and Heritage Resort. An historic feat that was delivered by La Campagne in less than one month of signing a […]
ITPN strengthens national spread, to appoint 2nd vice presidents, state coordinators
The Institute for Tourism Professionals of Nigeria (ITPN), in its continued commitment to strengthening tourism development and professional engagement across the country, is set to the create new leadership positions in preparation for upcoming inter-state, intra-state, and national programmes. As part of this initiative, the institute is seeking to appoint:2nd Vice Presidents across the six […]
NHCI President tasks inductees on ethics, professional conduct
The newly inducted professional members of the Nigerian Hotel and Catering Institute (NHCI), which is the foremost hospitality professional body in Nigeria, have been charged to uphold the ethics of the profession and conduct themselves professionally in the discharge of their duties. This charge was given by the President and Chairman of Council of the […]
ITPN’s meeting with tourism minister aims to develop sector’s manpower
The Institute for Tourism Professionals of Nigeria (ITPN) has expressed its continuous desire to collaborate with the Ministry Arts, Culture, Tourism and Creative Economy to help develop competent manpower for the culture, travel and tourism sector in Nigeria. This was reiterated when a delegation of ITPN led by the president, Chief Abiodun Odusanwo, paid a […]
Ministry’s retreat: Musawa reaffirms NIHOTOUR’s commitment to fulfill it’s mandate
The Minister of Arts, Culture, Tourism and Creative Economy Barr. Hannatu Musa Musawa has reiterated the Federal Government’s commitment to ensuring that the National Institute for Hospitality and Tourism (NIHOTOUR) fulfils its responsibilities with empathy, fairness and integrity. The Minister explained that although NIHOTOUR is legally empowered to regulate, certify and enforce standards across Nigeria’s […]
TRAVCONEXPO 2025: Oludayo to unveil new book on ‘Business-preneur’
The Convener of TRAVCONEXPO and Group CEO of Aeroport Group, Dr. Oludayo Taiwo Gideon has announced the release of his latest book, The Drive to Start — A Practical Roadmap to Building Businesses from Nothing. The official launch will take place during the maiden edition of TRAVCONEXPO at the Federal Palace Hotel, Lagos, on September […]
Enforcement of NIHOTOUR Act: Musawa calls for stay of action
The Minister of Arts, Culture, Tourism and Creative Economy, Hannatu Musa Musawa, has called for stay of action in the enforcement of the National Institute for Hospitality and Tourism, NIHOTOUR Act. The Minister Musawa who made the order during a courtesy visit by the Federation of Tourism Associations of Nigeria, FTAN new exco led by […]