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in Culture, Destinations, Events, Heritage Sites, News, People, Travel ClubLagos Plans to Construct Diaspora Village
The coastal town of Badagry holds a critical place in the discourse of the dark era of the slave trade. Though one of Africa’s sad past, it has presently proved to be one of Africa’s historic trajectory which has attracted tourists and in turn revenue to destination states and the local economy. The Lagos […] More
in News, Travel ClubBank of Industry To Initiate Financial Plan For Tourism
In furtherance of the quest to promote domestic tourism in Nigeria, posting the influx of tourism traffic into the country, Cynthia Nwuka -Group Head, Creative Industry and the Bank of industry, commented on the funding opportunities available for tourism entrepreneurs. More
Series 04 of Cross-Sectoral Collaboration for Tourism and Economic Development
Bank of Industry opens up on how to access Funds for Domestic Tourism Development in Nigeria. Steps for Tourism Stakeholders to access the #5 billion Naira seed capital from Sterling Bank. Expert advice for stakeholders on Sustainable and adventure tourism. Exploring the low hanging fruits in Nigeria’s tourism space And much more… Join us on […] More
in All Posts, Destinations, News, PeopleRe-Creating Rivers State Economy Through Tourism
Against the backdrop of unending negative news coming out of Rivers State, Vanessa Obioha reports that creative consultant, Yibo Koko, who superintends the carefully-structured Rivers State Tourism Development Agency(RSTDA) as Director General and Chief Executive Officer by the Governor Nyesom Wike administration is pushing for a N100-billion grand scheme that is set to change the narrative, using culture […] More
in All Posts, Arts, Destinations, Events, film, News, People, Travel ClubNollywood Set to Promote Domestic Tourism in Nigeria
Through the lens of film, the visibility of tourist destinations has increased, gaining wider traction to tourists, and revenue for tourism practitioners, the local community and filmmakers. This was on the front burner of discourse as tourism stakeholders, Nollywood practitioners, government representatives and the Diasporic community, convened at the Online conference hosted by Goge Africa’s […] More
Tourism Stakeholders to Access #5Billion, Say’s Sterling Bank
Domestic tourism in Nigeria is on the verge of taking a leap. Investors and stakeholders who convened at a web conference organised by Goge Africa have indicated interests in developing the numerous tourism potentials of the country. Titled “Cross-Sectoral Collaboration for Tourism and Economic Development”, the founders of Goge Africa, Ambassadors Isaac and Nneka Moses […] More
in All Posts, Events, MTN KultureFest, News, PeopleNuggets from Goge Africa’s Webinar
Adjusting to the challenges of international travel hiccups post-Covid-19 requires a look inward by tourism practitioners. Developing domestic tourism and attracting local and international tourism traffic is an imperative for quick recovery of the economy. While government support is necessary, the attention of the government can only be attracted to the sector through collaborative effort […] More
in All Posts, Destinations, Events, News, Travel ClubRwanda Announces Reopening of Tourism
After three months of being locked out of the world, without a visit to the undulating hilly landscapes, an august visit to the mountain Gorillas in their natural habitat nor an experience of the rich cultural milieu of Rwanda; tourists should once again be giddy and enthusiastic to experience nature and culture, as Rwanda has […] More
in All Posts, Arts, Culture, Destinations, Events, Heritage Sites, News, PeopleNational Theatre To Get A Face-lift
The Federal Government of Nigeria has officially handed over the National Arts Theatre complex at Iganmu Lagos to the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) and Bankers Committee, to renovate, modernize and upgrade the facility. It is indeed a new dawn for the tourism and entertainment industry as this national heritage is set to get a […] More
Respite for Nigeria’s Tourism Sector, as CBN, Sets Aside N50BN Recovery Fund
Hope for the prompt recovery of the tourism sector looms in the horizon as the Minister of Information and Culture, Alhaji Lai Mohammed recently announced that the Central Bank of Nigeria(CBN), has earmarked #50 billion to support smallholder businesses and the creative industry including the tourism and hospitality industry, on its path to post-Covid-19 economic […] More
in All Posts, Destinations, News, PeopleNigeria’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs Introduces New Travel Guidelines.
The Federal Government of Nigeria through the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, has instructed the withholding of travellers passports coming into Nigeria for a period of 14 days. This decision was arrived at after widespread consultations, in tandem with the directives of the Presidential Task Force on Covid-19. In a circular dispatched to all its missions, […] More
Benin Republic Set for Economic Recovery of the Hospitality and Tourism Industry
Following the economic downturn of the world’s economy as a result of the Covid-19 health crisis, the Beninoise government has reeled out several initiatives to jumpstart the recovery of their economy. Identifying the strategic position of the tourism and hospitality industry as a critical sector in the resurgence of the economy, in a statement […] More
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