Olukayode Deborah Aanuoluwapo, Project Manager of Akwaaba African Travel Market, has received the Youth Tourism and Hospitality Leaders Forum (YTHLF) Ambassador Award in recognition of her role in the tourism industry.
The award was presented by Mrs. Funmilayo Sijuade, Deputy Director of the Nigerian Tourism Development Authority (NTDA), who represented the Director-General of the authority, at the 14th edition of the Youth Tourism and Hospitality Leaders Forum held on Thursday, October 29, 2026.
The event took place at Dapo Aderogba Hall, NUJ Press Centre, Iyaganku Quarters, Ibadan, with the forum’s Convener, Omololu Olumuyiwa, present during the presentation.
As Project Manager of Akwaaba African Travel Market, Olukayode is involved in the organisation and coordination of one of Africa’s leading travel and tourism exhibitions, which provides a platform for tourism stakeholders to showcase destinations, build partnerships and explore business opportunities.
Her recognition at the youth-focused forum highlights the importance of young professionals in driving tourism promotion, industry collaboration and the development of Nigeria’s hospitality and tourism sector.
