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NTTSUMMIT 2026: Tourism Minister Unveils One-Government Initiative, Targets 4 Million Jobs
By Joel Ajayi
The Minister of Arts, Culture, Tourism and the Creative Economy, Barr. Hannatu Musa Musawa, has unveiled the Federal Government’s ambitious One-Government Initiative aimed at creating over four million jobs through strategic collaboration between the tourism and education sectors.
Musawa stated this on Monday while declaring open the 9th National Tourism Transportation Summit and Expo (NTTSUMMIT 2026) in Abuja, describing the initiative as a major step towards equipping Nigerian youths with industry-relevant skills that will drive economic growth and boost employment.
According to the minister, the partnership between the Federal Ministry of Arts, Culture, Tourism and the Creative Economy and the Federal Ministry of Education will overhaul Nigeria’s Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) system to meet the manpower needs of the tourism and creative industries.
She stated that the initiative is projected to generate about 4.08 million jobs, comprising 2.58 million opportunities in the creative industry and 1.5 million jobs in tourism and hospitality.
Musawa said that the One-Government strategy is designed to bridge the gap between education and employment by transitioning from generic vocational training to specialised skills development in areas such as creative media, fashion, leather works, live events, hospitality services and other high-demand sectors.
She commended the Institute for Tourism Professionals of Nigeria (ITPN), led by its National President, Chief Abiodun Odusanwo, for consistently providing a platform that brings together stakeholders in the tourism, transportation and hospitality industries to develop strategies for sustainable sectoral growth.
Earlier, Chief Odusanwo, who also chairs the Inter-Ministerial Organising Committee for the summit, said this year’s event was focused on implementing presidential directives aimed at strengthening collaboration between the tourism and transportation sectors while supporting the successful implementation of the Federal Government’s TVET programme under the One-Government policy.
The summit also featured goodwill messages from key stakeholders across government and the private sector.
Director-General of the Nigerian Tourism Development Authority (NTDA), Dr. Olayiwola Awakan, said that, the agency’s commitment to sustainable tourism development through stronger partnerships with stakeholders.
While President of the Federation of Tourism Associations of Nigeria (FTAN), Dr. Aliyu Badaki, called for urgent legislative reforms, urging the review and re-enactment of the NTDA and NIHOTOUR Acts to eliminate regulatory conflicts that discourage investment in the tourism sector.
Representing the Corps Marshal of the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), Assistant Corps Marshal Godwin Omiki Pledges the commission’s commitment to ensuring safe and efficient road transportation, stressing that road safety remains a critical enabler of national development and tourism growth.
Managing Director of the Nigerian Railway Corporation (NRC), Mr. Kayode Opeifa, highlighted the importance of modern rail infrastructure in promoting tourism mobility, while advocating increased investment in the railway sector and support for local engineering capacity.
Also speaking, the Controller-General of the Federal Fire Service, Mr. Olumode Samuel Adeyemi, represented by Assistant Controller-General Arogundade Kolawole, emphasised that safety remains the foundation of a thriving tourism and transportation industry, noting that secure destinations inspire investor confidence, attract tourists and promote sustainable economic development.
Organised by the Institute for Tourism Professionals of Nigeria (ITPN), the National Tourism Transportation Summit and Expo continues to serve as a leading platform for fostering collaboration between the public and private sectors, while promoting the integration of tourism and transportation as key drivers of Nigeria’s economic diversification and national development.
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DNKI President Champions Humanitarian Service, Sustainable Community Development
Cyril Samania
The President of De Norsemen Kclub International (DNKI), Chief Oliver Patrick Ityohegh, has reaffirmed the organisation’s commitment to humanitarian service, stressing the importance of supporting vulnerable people and improving community welfare beyond the annual celebration of Humanitarian Day.
Ityohegh stated this during the organisation’s Cauldron Night and Award Presentation held to commemorate its 2026 Humanitarian Day celebration, theme: “Humanity First: Advancing Hope, Dignity and Community Well-being.” organised by the DNKI Abuja Chapter.
He emphasised that humanitarian service should be a continuous responsibility driven by compassion, solidarity and a commitment to making a meaningful difference in society.
According to him, DNKI’s humanitarian activities reflect its dedication to giving back to society and supporting people in need, while encouraging members to sustain initiatives that promote human dignity and community well-being.
He added that the organisation would continue to strengthen its humanitarian engagements through practical interventions aimed at improving the lives of vulnerable people and promoting community development.
Speaking at the event, the representative of the Abuja Chapter Chairman and Chairman of its Advisory Council, Prince Efiong Okpe, said the organisation’s humanitarian activities extended beyond the annual celebration of Humanitarian Day on October 15.
Okpe explained that DNKI undertook several initiatives throughout the year, including blood donation exercises, visits to hospitals and correctional centres, as well as support for orphanages and other vulnerable groups.
According to him, the organisation also collaborated with humanitarian bodies in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) to identify areas of need and provide assistance within its available resources.
He described Humanitarian Day as an opportunity for members to renew their commitment to service and demonstrate solidarity with people facing difficult circumstances.
Earlier, the Chairman of the Planning Committee and Coordinator of the DNKI Gwagwalada Zone, Mr Etudaiye Hamzat, disclosed that the chapter had provided financial assistance to some members to help pay their children’s school fees, alongside distributing bags of rice and other relief items to members experiencing hardship.
Hamzat explained that the interventions followed concerns over the difficulties some members faced in meeting their family responsibilities, particularly the rising cost of their children’s education.
He maintained that supporting members in need was consistent with the organisation’s humanitarian principles, adding that DNKI remained committed to extending assistance to non-members and vulnerable communities as part of its commitment to leading by example.
Looking ahead, Hamzat said the Abuja Chapter planned to expand its humanitarian outreach to remote communities within the FCT, with particular attention to orphanages, schools and widows facing difficulties in meeting their family responsibilities.
He also recalled previous interventions for internally displaced persons (IDPs), which included the distribution of food, clothing and educational materials, noting that the chapter intended to scale up such initiatives in the coming year.
The highlight of the event was the presentation of awards to outstanding members and distinguished non-members in recognition of their contributions to humanitarian service.
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