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...MAKES CASE FOR COMMUNITY-BASED TOURISM Lagos State Government on Wednesday, expressed confidence that its proposed Tourism Master Plan would be embraced by all the concerned stakeholders, saying that members of the tourism sector have been properly briefed about the content of the Master Plan.  The Commissioner for Tourism, Arts and Culture, Mrs Uzamat Akinbile-Yusuf made this known at a skakeholders forum organised by the Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture at Ikeja, Lagos with the theme: “Promoting Domestic Tourism Post Covid-19". According to Akinbile-Yusuf, the Master Plan was necessary in other to boost domestic tourism in the State thereby generating more revenue while also harnessing the potentials that abounds in the sector. "Our conviction is drawn from the belief that this sector can thrive better if stakeholders are allowed to play their roles while the government provide the enabling environment by maintaining needed synergy with all individuals within the va...

  ...Seeks Brand Ambassadors for tourism sites …Develops communiqué to revamp tourism sites Lagos State Ministry of Tourism Arts and Culture, the Ministry and key stakeholders in the sector, have restated their determination to support all registered tourism facilities and practitioners in the State as a way of making the sector more attractive to tourists and projecting Lagos State as the hub of tourism in Africa.  This was contained as part of the decisions reached at the end of the 2-day Tourism Working Summit recently organised by the Ministry at Dover Hotel, Aromire Street, off Adeniyi Jones, by Allen Roundabout, Ikeja, Lagos. The Commissioner, Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture, Mrs. Uzamat Akinbile-Yusuf, who gave the Closing Remarks at the Summit before the presentation of the Communique, said that the tourism sector requires collective investment efforts from both the government and the stakeholders, affirming that the Lagos State government is ready to develop the...

 Leadership of the Synagogue Church of All Nations (SCOAN) has released an official statement that Prophet Joshua's burial ceremony is set to hold  July 5 to 11 2021. The Synagogue Church of All Nations (SCOAN) has confirmed July 9 as the burial date for the late founder of the church, the late Prophet Temitope Balogun Joshua (TB Joshua). The church in a press release said: " We know you are aware that our father in the Lord, Prophet TB Joshua, has been taken home to be with the Lord. We want to assure you that nothing will stop the work of God at The SCOAN from moving on. Prophet TB Joshua may be absent in the body but he is present in the spirit (Colossians 2:5); indeed, God is even more powerful at distance!  "We want you to know that we are currently preparing for the week-long service from 5th to 11th July 2021 in honour of Prophet TB Joshua’s life and legacy. He will be laid to rest at The Synagogue, Church Of All Nations (SCOAN) in Lagos, Nigeria.  "All servic...

My name is Onyinye Adeyinka Oduniyi. I am a wife, mum, Lawyer and a Certified Travel Consultant. I see myself as an open minded person who is always ready for a new challenge and this has driven me into publishing a travel magazine here in Nigeria called “Explore Travel magazine”. At explore, we travel round Nigeria and Africa by extension  to bring you news, tips , pictures and travel events that would inspire you and we also  give everyone the opportunity to enjoy the beauty of what the world has to offer by sharing people’s travel experiences through every page of our magazine. My work in the travel industry has given me the opportunity to be a recipient of the the Tourism 100 club Award as one of the top 💯 Tourism Personalities in Nigeria. I studied Law at the prestigious University of Ibadan and have the privilege of being called to the largest Bar in Africa. I also studied to be a Certified Travel Consultant and run a Travel Agency as the Managing Director. My passion f...

The Akwa Ibom Commissioner of Tourism Orman Esin and his Information  and Strategy Counterpart Comrade Ini Ememobong were effusive in their praises of the Tourism offerings of Akwa Ibom. This was at the Joint Press Conference organised with the Leadership of Nigerian Association of Tour Operators NATOP in Uyo Akwa Ibom State on Thursday. From right: The Hon. Commissioner of Culture and Tourism Akwa Ibom State Mr Orman Esin, President NATOP Hajiya Bilkisu  Abdul, NATOP BOT Chairman and Acting President of (FTAN) Nkereuwem  Onung , NATOP BOT  and FTAN BOT member Ambassador Ikechi Uko and Ime Udo  NATOP Vice President According to Hon. Esin, 'Akwa Ibom is the real Deal! We have the options for all types of Tourism in Nigeria. We have the biggest Hotel Property in West Africa, Consistent Growth over the years. We knew that bringing Naija7wonders group to our State  in December for the Christmas Village will bring us the attention we needed. Now we have secured ...

Africa: Lagos Marriott Hotel Ikeja set to open, promises topnotch Luxury in hospitality business in Nigeria The newest luxury addition into the Lagos hotels offerings, the Lagos Marriott Hotel, Ikeja is set to open on the 19th May. The Lagos Marriott Hotel Ikeja, brings with it the world class luxury and class which the Marriott group is renown worldwide. The Lagos Marriott Hotel Ikeja adds a new dimension of premium hospitality services in Lagos as lovers of the services are in for an exciting experience as the facility opens its doors for business May 19, 2021. From left, Group Executive Director, Corporate Services, Sifax Group, Mr. Bode Oyeniyi, General Manager, Lagos Marriott Hotel, Mr. Janse Van Rensburg and Managing Director, Mac Folly Hospitality, Mr. Chike Ogeah at the press conference to announce the opening of the Lagos Marriott Hotel, Ikeja, GRA, Lagos. The N45 billion, 250-bed, 5-star hotel, located in the serene GRA, Ikeja, is a partnership between the renowned global hot...

VEHICULAR TRAFFIC; FAAN ADVISES PASSENGERS TO GET TO AIRPORTS EARLY The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria wishes to advise passengers and airport users, particularly those at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja to get to the airport early so as to complete their check in procedures in good time, and avoid the unpleasant experiences associated with missing their flights.er This advice has become necessary, as passengers are likely to go through a little delay at the entrance to the terminals, due to built-up vehicular traffic occasioned by increase in passenger traffic being witnessed presently. The Authority will like to assure passengers and other airport users that all hands are on deck to ensure swift facilitation and reduce the congestion to the barest minimum.