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Kangiwa Pledges Support To Servicom For Effective Service Delivery At NIHOTOUR

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5 years ago

April 21, 2021

Joel Ajayi

The Director General of the National Institute for Hospitality and Tourism (NIHOTOUR), Alhaji Nura Sani Kangiwa has pledged the commitment of his administration to support SERVICOM in the effective service delivery of the core mandate of the Institute.

Kangiwa who made the pledge during the inauguration of the NIHOTOUR Unit of Service Compact with all Nigerians, said SERVICOM remains a critical value chain in the effective and efficient service delivery that meets the yearnings and aspirations of the Nigerian citizens, noting that the people deserve better quality service which SERVICOM was meant to mitigate in fulfilling the compact government has with the people.

He said the onus is on all MDAs as public institutions to ensure that people get the best of service they deserve from all segments of governance as a way to better the lives and living conditions of the Nigerian people and called on all hands to be on deck to carry out the mandate of NIHOTOUR as the apex public Travel Tourism and Hospitality training Institute in the country to move the industry to the next level.

Performing the inauguration of the newly constituted Members of the NIHOTOUR SERVICOM Unit, Mrs. Nnenna Akajemeli, National Coordinator and Chief Executive Performing the inauguration of the newly constituted members of the NIHOTOUR SERVICOM Unit, Mrs. Nnenna Akajemeli, National Coordinator and Chief Executive Officer of SERVICOM applauded the management of NIHOTOUR under Alhaji Kangiwa for reviving and strengthening the hitherto moribund Unit in the Institute because of his recognition of the efficacy of SERVICOM as a critical value chain in effective service delivery by government agencies and institutions.

Mrs. Akajemeli noted that SERVICOM is a vital and critical value chain in ensuring that MDAs give quality services that the people deserve as well as make the people demand the best services they need and expect from government via mitigations that ensure the best for government and the governed in balancing a healthy relationship that promotes harmony.

She called on the members sworn in as touch bearers of SERVICOM in NIHOTOUR to live above board in ensuring that the Institute gives the best service delivery to its customers in line with its core mandate and to the satisfaction of the benefiting populace.

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NTDA Moves to Transform Gelede Festival into a National Cultural Event with Igbobi-Sabe Kingdom

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3 weeks ago

April 27, 2026

The Gleamer

Cyril Ogar

The Director-General of the Nigerian Tourism Development Authority (NTDA), Ola Awakan paid a courtesy visit to the Igbobi-Sabe Kingdom, Yaba as part of efforts to strengthen collaboration for cultural tourism development.

The delegation was received by His Royal Majesty, Oba Owolabi Adeyemi Adeshina Adeniyi (Maforunyomi I), the Onisabe of Igbobi-Sabe Kingdom, Yaba; Olori Mosunmola Anike Adeniyi; the Bales of the kingdom; and members of the White Cap Chiefs. The visit commenced with a vibrant cultural procession by the revered Gelede Masquerades, showcasing the rich heritage of the community.

Addressing the Director-General, the monarch applauded him for honouring the invitation and commended his efforts in leveraging his office to drive innovation within Nigeria’s tourism sector.
The monarch applauds the NTDA Boss for his initiatives towards repositioning the country’s cultural heritage on a global stage.

Oba Adeniyi further expressed his interest in fostering a strategic partnership between the Igbobi-Sabe Kingdom and the NTDA, emphasizing the community’s readiness to actively participate in ongoing efforts to develop and promote tourism across the country.

He highlighted key cultural assets within the kingdom, including the Gelede Masquerades; an important cultural symbol associated with fertility and childbirth; and two ancient iroko trees within the community, each over 250 years old.

In response, the DG appreciated the traditional ruler for the invitation, honour, and warm reception, stating that the visit was not only culturally enriching but also strategically important to the Authority’s mandate.
He continued by emphasizing the role traditional institutions play in advancing Nigeria’s tourism sector.

He stated that effective storytelling is essential to unlocking the value of cultural heritage, explaining that documenting and sharing the stories behind cultural elements such as the Gelede Masquerades and the ancient iroko trees would enhance their appeal to both local and international tourists.

The NTDA DG further proposed featuring Igbobi-Sabe’s tourism assets in the ongoing NITOUREY Project, the first-ever tourism dedicated streaming platform in Africa aimed towards showcasing Nigeria’s rich and vibrant tourism assets to the world.

The meeting proceeded with a guided tour of one of the iroko tree sites located in Abule Ijesa, Yaba, where the Director-General observed that the site holds significant potential for recognition as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

He encouraged the traditional ruler to work closely with the NTDA in developing initiatives that would revitalize the historic landmarks, positioning them as prominent symbols of Nigeria’s cultural tourism.

The Director-General received royal blessings from the Monatch who wished him wisdom and success in his tenure, while expressing confidence in his leadership and vision.

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