Culture and Tourism
NIHOTOUR In Tripartite Collaboration Seminar On Hospitality And Tourism Legislations
Joel Ajayi
The National Institute for Hospitality and Tourism (NIHOTOUR) is partnering with the University of Abuja’s Institute for Legislative Studies and the China Cultural Centre in Nigeria to hold a One-Day Seminar on ‘Hospitality and Tourism Legislation, Impacts on the Sector and Lessons from China’
Alhaji Nura Sani Kangiwa, Director General of NIHOTOUR who made the disclosure in Abuja said adequate legislations on effective operation of the hospitality and travel-tourism sector in Nigeria is very necessary if the country is to benefit from the positive impacts and socio-economic contributions of the industry to the national economy.
He noted that the hospitality travel and tourism industry are the hardest hit by the Covid-19 pandemic which rendered the sector moribund and plagued by poor business operating environment, job losses by employees and professional practitioners and a host of others which made it necessary to have legislative provisions in place that will protect and provide conducive environment for the industry to operate and thrive without hindrance.
In his remarks, Prof Sheriff Ghali Ibrahim, Director of the Centre for Legislative Studies of University of Abuja, said the Seminar is to provide a platform for Nigeria’s effective Hospitality and Travel-Tourism legislation with much lessons and interface from the Peoples’ Republic of China.
He said this will also help the transformation of legislative policy framework and implementation in the country taking queue from China’s success story in this regard, which despite her large population was able to put in place legislative policy frame works that benefit hospitality and travel tourism business in that country.
Prof Ghali said the Seminar which is billed for 30th March, 2021 at the University of Abuja Permanent Campus is targeted at policy makers on the Nigerian Tourism and hospitality sector, Key stakeholders of the industry, Committee Members on Tourism and Hospitality of the National and State Legislatures, Principal Officers of NIHOTOUR, University of Abuja and China Cultural Centre in Nigeria
Celebrity
Minister of Arts and Culture Pays Tribute to Late Highlife Icon Mike Ejeagha
Joel Ajayi
The Minister of Art, Culture, Tourism and Creative Economy mourns the passing of Nigeria’s highlife legend, Mike Ejeagha, who departed this life on Friday, June 6, 2025, at the age of 95.
The Minister extends condolences to the family, friends, and fans of Mike Ejeagha, in a statement issued on Saturday through her Senior Assistant on Media and Publicity Nneka Ikem Anibeze praying that his soul rests in peace.
Musawa describes the late icon as a legend whose contributions to Nigeria’s culture through music and folklore cannot be set aside.
“The nation has lost a treasure trove of cultural heritage and musical genius. Mike Ejeagha’s contributions to Nigerian music are immeasurable, and his legacy will continue to inspire generations to come.
“Mike Ejeagha’s impact on Igbo culture and music is undeniable. His extensive discography, comprising over 300 recordings archived in the National Archives of Nigeria, is a testament to his dedication to preserving and promoting our rich cultural heritage.
“As we mourn the passing of this musical icon, we celebrate his life and legacy. May his music continue to inspire and educate future generations of Nigerians,” the Minister said.
Ejeagha’s distinctive style of Igbo folk music, which resonated across multiple generations, has earned him a revered place in Nigeria’s cultural history. His mastery of transforming Igbo folklore and proverbs into captivating musical narratives educated and entertained audiences, cementing his status as a custodian of oral tradition.
The Ministry of Art, Culture, Tourism and the Creative Economy calls on Nigerians to join in paying tribute to this legendary musician and folklorist, honoring his memory by continuing to promote and preserve our cultural heritage.
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