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Foreign Affairs, NTDA deepen strategic alliance to boost Nigeria’s global tourism profile

Lukman Laleye Babalola

Nigeria has taken a major step toward elevating its tourism footprint on the global stage as the Honourable Minister of Foreign Affairs,Amb Yusuf Maitama Tuggar on Thursday received the Director-General of the Nigerian Tourism Development Authority (NTDA), Dr. Olayiwola Nurudeen Awakan, and his delegation in Abuja for a high-level familiarisation and strategic engagement. The meeting focused on strengthening collaboration between the Ministry and NTDA to enhance Nigeria’s international tourism visibility, promote cultural diplomacy, and support the development and repackaging of national tourism assets.   The Minister highlighted the vast opportunities…

Govs, Stakeholders chart new Tourism Direction at Destination Nigeria Conference 2025 …..Wike honoured as Mr Tourism Infrastructure as Musawa, Benue Gov, Nandap, Egbetokun, Others back sector growth

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The 2025 Destination Nigeria Governors’ Tourism Conference and Awards opened in Abuja on Friday with a resounding call for stronger state–federal collaboration, deeper private-sector participation and enhanced cultural diplomacy to reposition tourism as a major economic frontier for Nigeria. The two-day programme, which ends on Saturday, 15th November, attracted governors, security chiefs, corporate leaders, cultural practitioners and top policymakers.   Initiated and convened by Ayo Omotosho, the annual conference continues to serve as a meeting point for strategic dialogue, peer learning and recognition of outstanding contributions to tourism development across…

AIBEN unveils multi-Billion Naira Bourdillon Hotel in Abuja, targets Tourism growth

Lukman Laleye Babalola

AIBEN Investment and Properties Limited, a leading real estate and hospitality firm, has unveiled its new multi-billion-naira luxury facility Bourdillon Hotel in Gwarinpa, Abuja, pledged to redefine the city’s hospitality and tourism experience. Speaking at the grand opening, the Chief Executive Officer of AIBEN Group, Chief Andrew Elerewa, described the project as a dream fulfilled and a testament to the company’s belief in Nigeria’s tourism potential.   “I feel elated, excited, and deeply fulfilled. Going through the process of building and finally seeing it come to reality, I’m very thankful…

Badagry ‘Door of Return’, a historic gateway to African Diaspora reconnection – Soyinka

Lukman Laleye Babalola

Professor Wole Soyinka has hailed the Badagry Door of Return Ceremony as a groundbreaking step towards reuniting the African Diaspora with their ancestral homeland. Speaking at the fifth edition of the festival, Soyinka called the event a “historic beginning” of a larger global movement, one that would not only connect the Diaspora but also reshape the narrative of Africa’s painful history of slavery. The event, which took place in Badagry, Lagos, brought together a diverse group of participants from countries such as Brazil, the United States, the United Kingdom, Cuba,…

OBANTA CENTRE IJEBU-ODE: A Testimony To Architectural Excellence By Olayode Abdurasaq Oluwole

Emporium Reporters

The recently commissioned Obanta Centre in Ijebu-Ode, Ogun State, stands tall as a shining example of architectural brilliance—thanks to the exceptional talent and dedication of a young and visionary architect, Arch. Abdulazeez Fagbohun.   Hailing from Oke Idan and proudly based in Owode Yewa, Ogun State, Arch. Abdulazeez is the creative force behind this state-of-the-art facility, which has quickly become the pride of Ijebu-Ode and a focal point of admiration across the region.   Commissioned by Ogbeni Oja of Ijebu land, Dr. Sunny Kuku.he Obanta Centre is a bold statement…

Oko Community fixes October 9 for burial of Onowu Oko, Ichie Martin Ezeosim

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Oko community in Orumba North Local Government Area of Anambra State has concluded arrangements for the burial of its late traditional Prime Minister, Onowu Oko, Ichie Martin Ezeosim, who passed away at the age of 78. The burial, scheduled for Thursday, October 9, 2025, was jointly announced by His Royal Highness, Igwe Prof. Laz Ekwueme, Eze Ijikala II, and his cabinet, the Oko People’s Union (OPU), and the family of the deceased. The funeral rites will commence with a Christian service at his country home in Eziabo Village, Oko,…

Tinubu hails Ladoja’s coronation, declares Nigeria’s economy has turned the corner

Lukman Laleye Babalola

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Friday declared that Nigeria’s economy has “turned the corner” and assured citizens of brighter days ahead, as he joined dignitaries in Ibadan, Oyo State, for the historic coronation of His Imperial Majesty, Oba (Sen.) Abdul-Rashidi Adewolu Akanmu Ladoja, as the 44th Olubadan of Ibadanland.   Speaking at the colourful ceremony, President Tinubu said the reforms introduced by his administration over the last two years were beginning to yield results, stressed that the nation was on the path of recovery.   “Today, I am honoured to…

Rashidi Ladoja crowned 44th Olubadan in grand traditional rite

Lukman Laleye Babalola

In a colourful ceremony steeped in Yoruba tradition, former Oyo State Governor, Oba Rashidi Ladoja, has ascended the throne as the 44th Olubadan of Ibadanland. The coronation journey began at the Labosinde Compound in Oja’ba, the cradle of Ibadan chieftaincy customs, where Ladoja received the Akoko leaf — a sacred emblem symbolizing longevity, authority, and continuity. From there, he proceeded to the Ose Meji Temple in Ibadan South-East Local Government, a revered site for spiritual rites, where ancestral blessings were invoked to guide his reign. The final stage of the…

Broadway Theatre Festival 2025: Ghana set to showcase Africa’s Heritage Through Dance, Drama, and Storytelling

Lukman Laleye Babalola

This October, the streets of Accra will burst into life with the rhythms of drums, the energy of dance, and the magic of storytelling as Ghana prepare to host the Broadway Theatre Festival 2025. The festival, scheduled for October 5 to 13 at the University of Ghana’s School of Performing Arts, will draw performers, cultural leaders, and delegates from across Africa and beyond.   Artists from Malawi, Kenya, Sierra Leone, South Africa, Nigeria, Togo, and the United States of America are expected to join Ghanaian talents in what has grown…

DNGTC endorses First Lady’s Green Nigeria Challenge, Backs Sustainable Development Drive

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Destination Nigeria Governors’ Tourism Conference (DNGTC) has expressed strong support for Nigeria’s First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, over her Renewed Hope Initiative (RHI) Green Nigeria Challenge, aimed at fostering environmental cleanliness and sustainable development across the country.   At the official unveiling of the initiative at the Presidential Villa, Enugu State received the star prize of ₦100 million as the cleanest state in Nigeria. The Green Nigeria Challenge is a nationwide competition that encourages households, communities, and states to engage in tree planting and environmental sanitation.   With the…