Destinations

The recent fusion of the Ministry of Tourism into the newly expanded Ministry of Arts, Culture, Tourism, and Creative Economy presents a pivotal moment towards consolidating Nigeria’s diverse cultural assets, tourism potential, and burgeoning creative economy.

The Federation of Tourism Associations of Nigeria expresses surprise and concern regarding the recent merger of the newly established Ministry of Tourism with the Ministry of Culture, Arts, and the Creative Industry, now forming the Ministry of Culture, Arts, Tourism, and Creative Industry.

In this interview with Lucky Onoriode George, Publisher, African Travel Times, Michael Williams, General Manager, shares the advantages of combining both elements in one location: Excerpts:

Lagos Continental Hotel, located in the heart of Nigeria's bustling commercial capital, is an upscale hotel that offers a blend of luxury and modern amenities. It has rapidly become a premier destination for high-profile guests, weddings, and weekend getaways, thanks to its exceptional facilities and services.

In what many stakeholders perceived as a lack of capacity within the standalone ministry, Minister of Tourism, Lola Ade John discusses the challenges that lie ahead in this interview with Lucky Onoriode George, Publisher/Editor of African Travel Times. Excerpts: