• D’banj thrills guests
The Nigerian Tourism Development Authority (NTDA), has restated its commitment to support efforts aimed at harnessing the nation’s tourism potential, as well as growing the industry.
The Director-General of the agency, Folorunsho Coker, made the remarks when Balmoral Group unveiled three of its newest additions, which include an event centre, located at Ikeja, an innovative e-ticketing platform known as Kwavu, and a year-end family-centric event, Kultureland.
While commending the efforts of the group, Coker also highlighted the agency’s collaboration with the Balmoral Group, saying: “We are proud to be associated with the Balmoral Group in their quest to create family funfair during the festive season, in a safe and secure environment.
He added that the entertainment value that the initiatives offer families in Lagos and the neighbouring states would ensure that family bonds get stronger in an atmosphere saturated with love and warmth, stressing that “the NTDA remains committed to ensuring that Nigerians can enjoy the opportunities that Kultureland Lagos offers as it seeks to grow the tourism potential of the nation.”
The unveiling event, which was held at the new ultra-modern convention centre, had music star, D’banj treat guests to a fascinating performance. Also in attendance were celebrities, partners, and friends of the group.
Speaking at the event, the Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, Balmoral Group, Dr. Ezekiel Adamu, said: “The Balmoral Group remains committed to curating exciting, money-cannot-buy experiences through its event venues and innovative platforms. While our unwavering focus remains on our customers, we are desirous to continue delivering amazing value to our customers and partners.”
“With over 15 years of event space management, the launch of our new convention centre at Sheraton, Ikeja, is a testament to our commitment and drive towards providing unique and exciting event spaces that cater to a diverse range of events in Lagos,” he stated.
Adamu continued: “In the family entertainment space, Kultureland Lagos will provide three weeks of non-stop, engaging, fun, and memorable activities in an environment that is safe and secure. This would be made possible through our collaboration with the Lagos State Tourism Board and entertainment powerhouse, Paramount, whose kids and family entertainment channel brand, Nickelodeon would be on hand with some of their favourite characters shows.
To bring it full circle, our innovative event solution platform, Kwavu, aims to disrupt the ticketing space through our efficient, smart, scalable, user-friendly, and convenient e-ticketing system.
“We are excited at the opportunities that exist within the event venue, entertainment, and e-ticketing solutions space that we, the Balmoral Group, would continue to tap into to create value for all stakeholders,” Adamu said.
Country Manager, Paramount, Dr. Bada Akintunde-Johnson, on collaborating with Kultureland said, “Paramount, through its youth, kids, and family channel brands, MTV Base and Nickelodeon respectively, are excited at the collaboration with Kultureland Lagos to create unforgettable and exciting experiences for many of our fans, viewers and friends during the festive season. This year, we will have 10 days of character shows featuring some of the most exciting characters from our stable, while also exploring the opportunities to co-execute memorable parties and concerts. At Kultureland Lagos 2023, we’ll bring to life and unleash the power of content that our brands have been synonymous with.”
