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Minister of Arts, Culture, Tourism and Creative Economy Orders Nationwide Suspension of NIHOTOUR Enforcement Activities
Joel Ajayi
The Honourable Minister of Art, Culture, Tourism and Creative Economy, Barrister Hannatu Musa Musawa, has directed the National Institute for Hospitality and Tourism (NIHOTOUR) to immediately suspend all enforcement actions nationwide following recent incidents in Lagos State.
The Minister gave the directive on Friday, following the recent incident involving the National Institute for Hospitality and Tourism (NIHOTOUR) during its national enforcement exercise in Lagos State.
The decision, she said, paves the way for a more inclusive, transparent, and consultative stakeholder engagement process, which the Honourable Minister will personally lead in the coming weeks.
While reaffirming NIHOTOUR’s legal mandate to regulate standards, maintain a register of personnel, practitioners, and professionals, and ensure compliance across Nigeria’s hospitality, tourism, and travel sectors, the Minister called for calm and mutual understanding among all stakeholders.
“The industry must be driven by standards, but our approach must also reflect our shared humanity. Compliance must not come at the expense of dialogue.”
A multi-stakeholder roundtable will be convened shortly to harmonize expectations, deepen collaboration, and reposition the industry for sustainable growth in line with the Renewed Hope Agenda of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR and also his compassionate approach of tempering justice with mercy .
The Ministry remains dedicated to strengthening dialogue and strategic partnerships with all sectoral stakeholders to build an ecosystem rooted in trust, innovation, and shared prosperity.
Minister Musawa commended the Federation of Tourism Associations of Nigeria (FTAN) and other professional bodies for their steadfast commitment to advancing sectoral growth and cohesion, and reaffirmed her commitment to supporting NIHOTOUR in its ongoing transformation into a dynamic, responsible, and industry-aligned regulatory institution working collaboratively for national development.
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Celebrating the Communications; Media Maestro: Kola Daniel Marks Another Year Round the Sun
The Nigerian media industry is standing still in celebration of Kola Daniel, Special Assistant on Media to the Director-General of the National Sports Commission (NSC), as he marks another year of life and service.
Over the years, Kola Daniel has earned admiration and respect within the media and communications space for his dedication, professionalism, and remarkable ability to shape narratives around Nigerian sports administration. His name has become synonymous with timely reporting, strategic communication, and consistent advocacy for the growth of sports in Nigeria.
In his current role at the NSC, Kola has shown immense work competence in projecting the achievements of the Commission under the visionary leadership of Chairman Mallam Shehu Dikko and Director-General Hon. Bukola Olopade.
Through his efforts, the reforms, innovations, and renewed vibrancy within Nigerian sports have been effectively communicated to the public, further strengthening the Commission’s image and reputation.
Fellow media professionals describe him as a bridge-builder whose humility, accessibility, and commitment have earned him goodwill across the sports ecosystem. From journalists and broadcasters to administrators and athletes, Kola is celebrated as a man who understands the heartbeat of sports media and the responsibility that comes with it.
As colleagues and well-wishers extend their greetings, industry voices recognize his journey as one that inspires younger professionals. His impact goes beyond the NSC; it resonates across Nigerian sports, where communication and visibility are critical to sustaining growth and development.
On this special occasion, the media industry salutes Kola Daniel, a trusted communicator, a loyal professional, and an ambassador of excellence in sports journalism and media relations.
May the years ahead be filled with greater achievements, more impact, and continued service to the sports community you so passionately represent.
Nathaniel, G.
Los Angeles, CA.
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