Culture
South African beauty queen crowned Miss Nigeria after nationality row
Chidimma Adetshina, whose father is Nigerian, had been competing in South African competition, but withdrew after a xenophobic backlash A former Miss South Africa contestant hounded over a nationality row was crowned Miss Universe Nigeria on Saturday, bringing to an end a difficult few weeks for the contender. Born to a Nigerian father in South Africa, …
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UN Tourism Delegation Rates Ekiti High in Hospitality and Tourism Vision
……lauds Ikogosi Warm Spring,Davies Travel Lodge Marcel Leijzer, Manager of Technical Cooperation at the United Nations Tourism (UN Tourism), has praised the people of Ekiti State and Nigerians for their exceptional hospitality following his recent visit to the state. Leijzer made these remarks during a press briefing organized by the Ekiti State Bureau of Tourism …
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OMG ! UN Tourism Delegation Walks in the Clouds in Ekiti State.
Efon Alaye, Ekiti State – October 22, 2023 – The United Nations Tourism Delegation, which arrived in Ekiti State on Saturday, experienced an extraordinary phenomenon yesterday that captivated their hearts and minds. Under the guidance of Ekiti State Bureau of Tourism Development led by Barrister Wale Ojo-Lanre, the delegation found themselves quite literally walking in …
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UN Tourism Delegation Arrives in Nigeria for Ekiti Tourism Master Plan Initiative
In a historic move, the UN Tourism delegation arrived at Murtala Mohammed International Airport in Lagos today to advance the development of the Ekiti State Tourism Master Plan. This marks the first instance in which the United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) is extending its expertise to assist a state government in the creation …
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Nigerians and Their Complex Way of Life
By Mogaji Wole Arisekola. If I had not traveled and lived outside Nigeria before, I would have thought that Nigeria should be greater than it is now. I would have believed that one day, a miracle would happen, transforming our country into the giant it promises to be. But alas, there is something fundamentally …
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Oyo LG Staff Pension Board, Chairman Akeem Ige Bags CCII “Most Patriotic Ibadan Indigene Award”
It was a moment of accolades and recognition of excellence as the Chairman, Local Government Staff Pension Board, Hon Akeem Ige recieved the award of “Most Patriotic Ibadan Indigene” (MPI) from the umbrella body of all socio- cultural group in Ibadan, Central Council of Ibadan Indigenes (CCII) The award which was presented to Hon. …
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UN Tourism Delegation to Meet Gov. Oyebanji Over Tourism Development Master Plan
In a groundbreaking development, Ekiti State is set to become the first state in Nigeria to garner the attention of the United NationsTourism (UNWTO), the premier global tourism regulatory body. A high-level delegation from the UNWTO is scheduled to meet with Governor Biodun Oyebanji to discuss the production of a comprehensive Tourism Development Master …
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OJO-Lanre Advocates the Creation of a Ministry of Tourism in Kwara State
By Bernard Udensi The Director-General of the Ekiti State Bureau of Tourism Development, Ambassador Wale Ojo-Lanre, has underscored the need for the establishment of a separate Ministry of Tourism in Kwara State. Ambassador Ojo-Lanre made this known on Thursday during the Nigeria Association of Tour Operators (NATOP) Annual General Meeting (AGM) 2024. As a …
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Ekiti State Government Mandates Hotel Registration with Tourism Bureau within 14 Days
Press Release In a move to enhance security and regulation within the tourism and hospitality sector, the Ekiti State Government, through the Bureau of Tourism Development, has issued a directive requiring all hotels and hospitality businesses in the state to register with the Bureau within the next 14 days. This resolution was part of a …
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Olubadan Palace: The Renaissance of dashed hope, By Ademola Ige
For years, the hope of illustrious sons and daughters of Ibadan under Central Council of Ibadan Indigenes (CCII) on new Olubadan is dashed and pessimistic about its completion. The project which has been on the centre of Ibadan at Agala record neither intervention nor development until Gov. Seyi Makinde’s magic wand. It’s nothing but absurd …
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Prince Harry and Meghan Markle land in Nigeria with Tight Schedules – Details
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have arrived in Nigeria for their 3 Days tour to promote the Invictus Games. They will also attend a training session for the charity organisation Nigeria: Unconquered which collaborates with the Invictus Games, as well as a reception where military families will be honoured. On Saturday, the couple will …
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Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway : God bless Tinubu , Boost to Nigeria’s Tourism Sector
By Wale Ojo- Lanre Esq Nigeria, a country blessed with diverse cultural, historical, and natural wonders, has long been recognized as a prime destination for both domestic and international tourists. However, the nation’s tourism industry has often been hampered by the lack of efficient transportation infrastructure, limiting the accessibility of some of its most alluring …
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Harry and Meghan to visit Nigeria in May after Duchess of Sussex learnt of her heritage
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex are to make a joint trip to Nigeria in May 2024, it has been confirmed. The country’s defence headquarters expressed its “honour and delight” that the Sussexes had accepted an invitation for a visit. They are expected to meet military servicemen and women and be hosted at an “array …
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Global Tour and Party Ride LLC ,US , Commends President Bola Tinubu,Minister Lola Ade John
Global Tour and Party Ride LLC, an intercontinental Nigerian tourism promotion conglomerate based in Arlington, US, would like to extend its heartfelt appreciation to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for his visionary decision to appoint Mrs. Lola Ade John as Nigeria’s first Minister for Tourism. Amb Oluwafemi Olayinka Kajogbola, the President of Global Tour and …
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Governor Oyebanji’s Visit to Yemisi Shyllon Museum: A Milestone Towards Positioning Ekiti as a Tourism State
By Wale Ojo- Lanre Esq In his unwavering commitment to transforming Ekiti State into a tourism hub, His Excellency, Governor Biodun Oyebanji, recently visited the magnificent Yemisi Shyllon Museum in Lagos. This visit marks a significant step forward in positioning Ekiti State as a formidable tourism destination. The Yemisi Shyllon Museum, owned by Prince Yemisi …
