Tourism & Hospitality

Tony Okoh, Uyo Immediate past President of the Federation of Tourism Associations of Nigeria (FTAN) and Honourary Special Adviser to the Governor of Akwa Ibom State, on Tourism and Culture, Mr. Nkereuwem Onung, has commended Governor Umo Eno for the successful hosting of the 2026 World Heritage Day celebration in…

Chinedum Ukaegbu Trippers by Bidaymi AMA has once again demonstrated its leadership in cultural storytelling and experiential tourism with its vibrant coverage of the 2026 Lagos Fanti Carnival, one of the most iconic cultural celebrations in Lagos. The coverage, led by Project Director Adeyemi Oluwabunmi and supported by renowned photographer…

Mercy Iheoma Ihedigbo Residents of Ejigbo in Lagos were filled with excitement following the grand opening of City View Bar and Lodge, a modern entertainment and relaxation hub designed to redefine leisure experiences in the area. Strategically located at Ile-Epo Bus Stop, Ejigbo, the facility is already being described as…

By Emmanuel Nicholas Governor Umo Eno, PhD, has identified the tourism subsector as a strategic catalyst for diversifying Akwa Ibom State’s economy, expanding internally generated revenue (IGR), and creating employment opportunities for its citizens. As a central pillar of his Arise Agenda, the Governor has prioritized targeted, high-impact projects and…

A new research paper titled “Tears to Wealth: Ethical Development of Tragedy Sites into Sustainable Tourism Assets in Nigeria” has been released by Nigerian researcher and development advocate, Adeyemi Oluwabunmi, proposing an innovative approach to national tourism and heritage preservation. The study challenges conventional tourism development models in Nigeria that…

A groundbreaking new research by Adeyemi Oluwabunmi, founder of Trippers by Bidaymi AMA, has shed light on one of Africa’s most overlooked opportunities, Agricultural Tourism (Agritourism) and how it can catalyze sustainable development, job creation, and cultural preservation. It draws lessons from successful models in Tanzania, where tea plantations attract…

From left: Funsho Shakar; Wale Oluwaleimu, Idris Aregbe, Special Adviser to the Lagos State Governor on Tourism; Akinola Oluwaleimu, Coordinator; and Tolu Adediran, both of the Nigeria Beer Festival, during a recent partnership session with Lagos State Government. Michael Olumide Lagos is about to get a whole lot merrier as…

Tony Okoh, Uyo Akwa Ibom State Government has issued a call to its indigenes to proudly showcase the state’s rich cultural identity and values of peace, unity, and hospitality. Hard work, Resilience, Integrity and Excellence, even as it stresses the need for the revival of the State’s indigenous language. The…

Meet McDolly Ogundana, aka The9jaBoy or Mr. Tourist, a renowned Nigerian travel vlogger who’s made it his mission to explore the world and share his experiences. With a staggering 124 countries visited, McDolly has become a prominent figure in the travel community, showcasing Nigerian culture, diversity, and resilience. The9jaBoy is…

    Stanley Ihedigbo   Principal Executive of Flyzone Tourism, Mr. Awomoyi Ayodeji, has been honoured with a professional fellowship doctorate in Tourism Management Strategies and Entrepreneurship Sustainability by Ghana’s Chartered Institute of Public Resources Management and Politics. This is coming barely five months after he was Honoured as ‘Ambassador’…