By Rosemary Okoduwa
The Federal Government has pledged to partner with the Edo State Government to unlock the state’s tourism potential and boost Nigeria’s tourism sector.
The Director-General of the Nigeria Tourism Development Authority (NTDA), Dr. Ola Awakan, said this on Monday at the opening of the two-day Edo Tourism Summit, Exhibition and Fashion Show in Benin City.
He said Edo’s tourism assets can only be fully developed through collaboration among government, the private sector and other stakeholders.
“The tourism potential in Edo cannot be harnessed in isolation. We must work together to unlock the immense opportunities within the sector,” he said.
Awakan also said Nigeria should use its culture and arts to reshape its global image and promote positive narratives.
In her keynote address, the Director-General of the Edo State Tourism Agency, Mrs. Vivian Elabor, said the summit brought together investors, tourists and stakeholders to explore Edo’s tourism opportunities.
She described Edo as a leading destination for culture, heritage and sustainable development, citing its history, arts, festivals and ecological attractions.
Elabor said the summit would focus on digital transformation, investment, sustainability and community partnerships, while commending Governor Monday Okpebholo for supporting tourism under the SHINE Agenda.
The Secretary to the Edo State Government, Umar Musa Ikhilor Esq, also urged residents to promote the state’s monuments, culture and attractions to attract more visitors.
The summit is expected to produce strategies for strengthening tourism development and positioning Edo as a top destination in Nigeria.
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