Tourism minister promises to work with private sector practitioners
ATHCON felicitates with President Bola Tinubu on 100 days in Office
September 15, 2023
Tourism minister promises to work with private sector practitioners
The Minister of Tourism, Mrs. Lola Ade-John has promised to work with the private sector to build the tourism industry. She said a delegation of the Federation of Tourism Association of Nigeria (FTAN) paid her a courtesy visit. The delegation was led by FTAN president, Mr. Nkereuwem Onung.
Onung, on behalf of the federation, made a written presentation to the minister titled: Nigerian Tourism Renaissance: Collaborative Pathways to Excellence.
The tourism minister in her response said collaborating with the private sector will be a major focus in her effort to move the industry forward. Among those present at the meeting were NTDA Director General (DG), Mr. Folarin Coker and NIHOTOUR DG, Alhaji Nura Sanni Kangiwa.
ATHCON went further to congratulate the pioneer Minister of Tourism, H.E. Lola Ade-John, on her appointment, “pledging unwavering commitment to collaborate closely and leverage our expertise to support your efforts in propelling the Nigerian tourism industry to unprecedented heights. We strongly believe your expertise in the technology space positions you to leverage innovative digital solutions, thereby enhancing destination marketing strategies, and ensure seamless travel experiences for both domestic and international tourists.”
The body, used the opportunity of the moment, to advocate for the inclusion of the industry in the President’s economic drive to support hospitality and tourism businesses, “as not only are both industries potential sources of foreign exchange but also one of the highest employers of labour.”
