Culture and Tourism

Kangiwa Pledges To Uphold Probity, Accountability in Service Delivery

Published

5 years ago

June 17, 2021

… As ICPC inagurates Anti-Corruption Unit

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 uphold the tenets of probity, due diligence and accountability in the effective service delivery of the core mandate of the Institute.

In a statement signed on Thursday in Abuja by Director Media and public relations of institute Ahmed Mohammed Sule.

Kangiwa who made the pledge through the Institute’s Director of Human Resources, Alhaji Muhammed Abarshi during the inauguration and induction of the NIHOTOUR Anti-Corruption and Transparency Unity -ACTU, said the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) remains a critical value chain in entrenching accountability and discipline in the nation’s administrative system.

He said better quality service delivery to the Nigerian people cannot be achieved without probity, accountability, discipline and due diligence in the conduct of public affairs, pointing out that the country deserves transparency and fairness from those trusted with public office which is the cardinal principle of the President Muhammadu Buhari’s administration.

Kangiwa noted further that the onus to honestly and sincerely deliver on the mandate of every public sector establishment is on all MDAs as public institutions to ensure that people get the best of services they deserve in governance as a way to better their lives and living conditions, and called on staff of the Institute for all hands to be on deck to carry out the mandate of NIHOTOUR as the apex public Travel-Tourism and Hospitality training, research and regulation of professional practices in the sector of the country to move the industry to the next level.

In his Goodwill message to the inauguration, Chairman of the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC), Prof. Bolaji Owasanoye SAN, represented by Mr. Abuo Lawrence an Officer in the Commission, said ICPC and Office of the Head of Civil Service of the Federation (OHCSF) began the collaboration since 2001 to establish Anti-Corruption and Transparency Unit, (ACTU) in MDAs as a preventive method of monitoring, identifying and addressing lapses in government’s operational system capable of engendering corruption and unethical practices with view to instill sanity.

The ICPC Chairman then called on members of the inaugurated ACTU Unit of the Institute to honestly and courageously perform their duties without fear or favour so as to uphold the trust and confidence reposed in them worthy to be appointed as members of the Unit.
In his acceptance speech on behalf of members of the Unit, Alhaji Bashir Yusuf Muhammed promised to work diligently and to deliver on the mandate of the Unit on all principles and aspects of public probity, fair play and accountability.

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

Published

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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