Nigeria’s Ministry of Arts, Culture, Tourism and Creative Economy, has said the country is prioritizing domestic tourism as a driver of national development.
The Government is equally advancing initiatives to promote community-base tourism, upgrade tourism infrastructure, strengthen Creative industry linkages, and encourage private-sector partnerships.
The Permanent Secretary of Arts, Culture and Creative Economy, Dr. Mukhtar Yawale Muhammad, who spoke at the 21st Akwaaba African Travel Market which held in Lagos, disclosed that the Ministry is reviewing the National Tourism Policy to ensure that Nigeria is well positioned to lead Africa’s domestic tourism renaissance.
This year, he said, Nigeria is proud to showcase its cultural and creative assets at Akwaaba, adding, “Through various exhibitions, presentations, and interactions, we aim to demonstrate the rich heritage and contemporary creativity that make Nigeria not just a destination, but an experience.
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“We particularly welcome opportunities for partnerships in tourism investment, cultural exchange aviation, hospitality, technology, and youth development. Akwaaba is the perfect platform to deepen such collaborations and networking.”
The Permanent Secretary stated that the future of African tourism depends on everyone and there is the need to build stronger intra-African travel networks and reduce barriers to movement; invest in our youth and empower them with skills and opportunities in tourism and hospitality.
In addition he spoke on the importance of investing in technology and digitization to enhance travel experiences; strengthen public-private partnerships to drive innovation and investment and above all, tell Africa’s own story to the world confidently, and proudly.
He used the occasion to reaffirm the commitment of the Federal Ministry of Arts, Culture, Tourism and Creative Economy to working with Akwaaba, African partners, and with the global travel community to build a resilient, inclusive, and prosperous tourism industry.
SOURCE: orientalnewsng.com
