Tourism

Nigeria is beyond Detty December: Building a Year-round festival tourism blueprint across Nigeria’s geopolitical zones

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By Elizabeth Agbool While “Detty December” has become synonymous with Nigeria’s tourism boom, we must recognize that Nigeria’s cultural wealth extends far beyond the festive season. Our country is home to a multitude of festivals and cultural experiences that could form the backbone of a

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Reflecting on diaspora tourism in Nigeria: Detty December

DailyTimesNGR DailyTimesNGR 13 January 2025 0

Welcome back! Last week, we explored how to maximize affordable travel as a Nigerian passport holder in 2025. Today, we shift focus to an equally important topic diaspora tourism in Nigeria and its untapped potential. Every December, we witness a beautiful trend: members of the African diaspora returning to the continent to reconnect with their […]

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Entertainment and Tourism: A Collaborative Goldmine

DailyTimesNGR DailyTimesNGR 13 January 2025 0

Entertainment and tourism two industries with immense potential are often seen as separate entities. But what happens when we explore their synergy? A goldmine of opportunities emerges, capable of transforming local economies and elevating national brands. While I’ve previously written on related themes, today’s article builds on the idea of how entertainment, as a product

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Nigerian adventurer becomes first African to travel overland from Nigeria to Namibia, advocates for African integration

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In a bold and historic feat, Omotoke Fatoki, a Nigerian travel enthusiast, entrepreneur, and advocate for African unity, has become the first African to journey overland from Lagos, Nigeria, to Windhoek, Namibia. Spanning 9 countries across West, Central, East, and Southern Africa, this six-month journey highlights the immense potential of intra-African travel while

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Rinehooke, Cross River advance $350m railway project to boost tourism

DailyTimesNGR DailyTimesNGR 3 January 2025 0

Rinehooke Limited, in partnership with Cross River State have advance $350 million Grand Litora Railway Project to boost tourism and connectivity. The ambitious $350 million Grand Litora Railway project, a transformative initiative to connect all major cities in Cross River State, achieved another significant milestone with the presentation of the topographical mapping for

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New Year, New Adventures: Maximize affordable travel with a Nigerian passport in 2025

DailyTimesNGR DailyTimesNGR 2 January 2025 0

By Elizabeth Agboola Happy New Year! Welcome to the first week of the year, and thank you for coming back to read this. If you’re here, I know you’re as excited about travel as I am, and trust me, 2025 is the year we’ll explore more and spend less while doing it! So, let’s jump […]

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Discovering Nigeria on a Budget This Christmas

DailyTimesNGR DailyTimesNGR 19 December 2024 0

As I pen down my first article for Daily Times Nigeria, I am filled with excitement at the opportunity to connect with you through stories, insights, and tips that celebrate the beauty of travel—especially within Nigeria. With over six years of sharing travel nuggets and inspiring adventures, I’ve come to realize that the journey often […]

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elJONES Limited Set to Unveil New Luxury Shoes and Bag Collection in 2025

Ihesiulo Grace 9 December 2024 0

elJONES Limited, the innovative luxury fashion brand founded by Elizabeth Ehi Jones, is poised to launch its much-anticipated new collection in January 2025. The collection will feature high-quality, stylish, and functional shoes and bags that embody the brand’s unique blend of modern design and cultural influences. Known for her dedication to self-expression and

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VFS Global Launches UK Visa Application Offices in Ikeja, V.I

Ihesiulo Grace 27 November 2024 0

VFS Global is proud to announce that residents of Nigeria,travelling to the UK can now book appointments to submit their visa applications through VFS Global’s new state-of-the-art Visa Application Centres (VAC) located in Abuja, Ikeja (Lagos) and Victoria Island (Lagos) which have commenced operations effective 19 November 2024. Commenting at the launch of the new […]

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LASG to partner with the UK to enhance tourism development

DailyTimesNGR DailyTimesNGR 3 November 2024 0

By Orji Onyekwere In a groundbreaking initiative to strengthen tourism and cultural investment in Lagos State, the Honourable Commissioner for Tourism, Arts and Culture, Mrs. Toke Benson-Awoyinka, recently engaged with representatives from the United Kingdom’s Department for Business and Trade (DBT). The meeting, held in Lagos, focused on establishing a strategic

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Gov Fubara begins restoration of Port Harcourt tourist beach

DailyTimesNGR DailyTimesNGR 3 November 2024 0

By Orji Onyekwere Rivers State Governor, Sir Siminalayi Fubara, has said that convincing steps are being taken to activate the long abandoned Port Harcourt Tourist Beach to become a cherished centre for the promotion of all related arts, culture and tourism activities. The Governor explained that some of those steps taken so far included sandfilling […]

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Lagos Tourism Ministry mourns Nollywood icon, Charles Olumo, ‘Agbako’

DailyTimesNGR DailyTimesNGR 3 November 2024 0

By Orji Onyekwere The Lagos State Ministry of Tourism, Arts, and Culture joins millions of Nigerians, especially members of Nollywood, in mourning the passing of veteran actor Charles Olumo Sanyaolu, fondly known as Agbako, who passed away on Thursday, October 31, 2024. In a condolence message, the Ministry expressed that Agbako’s passing represents a significant […]

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Izoya partners with Nigerian Consul in Germany to promote Nigerian culture

DailyTimesNGR DailyTimesNGR 3 November 2024 0

By Orji Onyekwere The return of His Excellency, Consul General Wahab A. Akande, and his senior team to Abuja marked the close of their impactful three-year service in Germany. Stepping into their roles, the new consulate team, led by Ambassador Dr. Yakubu Dadu, has already made a strong impression. Just two weeks in office, Dr. […]

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Okoko, Item, Lagos branch, set to end 2024 in grand style

DailyTimesNGR DailyTimesNGR 27 October 2024 0

BY ORJI ONYEKWERE The Okoko Item Development Association, Lagos branch, the body binding all members of Okoko, Item, in Bende LGA, who are based in Lagos, have concluded arrangements to end the year 2024 in grand style. The get together event which will take place at `14 Asiri Akofa Street, Aguda, Surulere, will bring together […]

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FG approves Creative Economy Development Fund, Intellectual Property Monetisation Pilot

DailyTimesNGR DailyTimesNGR 27 October 2024 0

The Federal Executive Council has approved the establishment of the Creative Economy Development Fund (CEDF) and the implementation of the Intellectual Property (IP) Monetization Pilot. The approval was made at the Federal Executive Council meeting chaired by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. The CEDF objective is to provide funding to creatives through various financial

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Plateau government to rebuild Plateau Hotels

DailyTimesNGR DailyTimesNGR 27 October 2024 0

BY ORJI ONYEKWERE The Plateau State Government has entered into a formal agreement with Aviare Global Concepts Limited to reconstruct Plateau Resort and Hotels Limited to international standards. This ambitious project is aimed at revitalizing the state’s tourism sector and significantly boosting internally generated revenue. The agreement, known as the Heads of

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Minister Musawa unveils plan to establish King Jaja of Opobo historical centre

DailyTimesNGR DailyTimesNGR 20 October 2024 0

The Minister of Art, Culture, and the Creative Economy, Barrister Hannatu Musa Musawa, has inaugurated a Technical Committee to oversee the construction of the King Jaja of Opobo Historical and Cultural Centre in Opobo, Rivers State. At the Abuja ceremony, Minister Musawa stated that this project marks a significant milestone in promoting Nigeria’s art and […]

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President Tinubu’s daughter unveiled as the official ambassador of Calabar Carnival 2024

DailyTimesNGR DailyTimesNGR 20 October 2024 0

The Executive Governor of Cross Rivers State, His Excellency, Senator Prince Bassey Otu recently sent delegates to the Lagos office of the Iyaloja-General of Nigeria, Chief Dr Mujidat Folasade Tinubu-Ojo to unveil her officially before her business associates and market leaders as the face of Calabar Carnival, 2024 edition. The Iyaloja-General was earlier appointed as […]

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Ministries of Culture, Tourism hold retreat for management staff

DailyTimesNGR DailyTimesNGR 20 October 2024 0

The Ministry of Culture, Art and Creative Economy and the Ministry of Tourism have organized a retreat for their management staff as part of the efforts to improve the implementation of programmes and policies in the ministries. The joint retreat has themes: Strategic Communication, Collaboration, Organization Productivity, and Excellent schedule. The joint retreat was

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AFRIMA partners stakeholders to actualise AU’s vision on creative economy

DailyTimesNGR DailyTimesNGR 20 October 2024 0

As one of the institutions championing positive change in the global entertainment industry, All Africa Music Awards (AFRIMA) has reaffirmed its commitment to the growth of Africa’s creative economy by partnering with critical stakeholders to align with the African Union’s vision for cultural and creative development, as outlined during the recently concluded 6th