Destinations

The Nigerian Economic Summit Group , a non-profit organisation that presents itself as a policy advocacy think tank, has recently attracted significant criticism from stakeholders within Nigeria’s tourism sector.

UN Tourism, the United Nations’ specialised agency for the promotion of responsible, sustainable, and universally accessible tourism, has elected a new Secretary General following a closely watched and highly contentious vote during the 123rd Executive Council meeting held in Madrid in the last hours.

As delegates gather to elect a new Secretary-General for the United Nations World Tourism Organization today, the stakes have never been higher. The outcome of this election will either reposition the organisation for true global representation or reinforce the status quo of regional dominance by Europe and the Middle East regions that no longer…

As the 123rd session of the United Nations Tourism Executive Council opens tomorrow May 29-30, 2025 in Madrid, Spain, a critical decision lies ahead: who will become the next Secretary General of UN Tourism, formerly known as the UN World Tourism Organisation .

The Akwa Ibom State Government has called on the Federation of Tourism Associations of Nigeria FTAN] and other stakeholders in the travel and tourism industry to partner with the state in marketing and promoting its tourism assets to enhance its appeal as a prime destination.