Travel & Tourism
4 Nov
In a compelling letter addressed to United States President Joe Biden’s office, under the title “Leveraging Technology to Combat Corruption in Nigeria and Foster Unity in America”, Nigerian born Nwachukwu...
4 Nov
With a focus on tourism education and training, the United Nations World Tourism Organisation (UNWTO) General Assembly looked to the future at the global education forum which brought together Ministers, employers, educators and learners to address the biggest challenges and opportunities for advancing training across every part of the sector.
4 Nov
Zikoko, a leading digital media platform in Nigeria, announces the launch of Burning Ram, a meat festival that will showcase the best suya, kilishi, asun, balangu, burgers, and culinary takes on common Nigerian meat snacks. The event is scheduled to take place on November 11, 2023 at La Madison Place, Lekki, Lagos. Burning Ram promises…
1 Nov
With last week's Supreme Court decision on the presidential election matters, Dr Josef Onoh has declared the 2023 political process as concluded and has returned to his hospitality and wildlife conservation business. Onoh who aspired for the Governorship of Enugu state became President Tinubu’s spokesman in the southeast where he was vociferous in the defences…
28 Oct
Towards communicating the impact of tourism through films, the United Nations World Tourism Organisation (UNWTO), during the just concluded 2023 edition of its Video Competition used the power of visual storytelling to highlight tourism as a force for good. Member States from all regions were invited to submit their videos for consideration, with a…
28 Oct
To fulfill its statutory obligations and look ahead to a full two years of transforming the tourism sector in all regions, the Executive Council of UNWTO endorsed the organisation’s Programme of Work for 2024 and 2025.
28 Oct
With the profound DJ skills that have taken her to over 30 countries across the globe, Florence, Ifeoluwa Otedola popularly known as DJ Cuppy has curated her top tracks for British Airways’ inflight entertainment system scheduled for onboard from November 1, 2023.
27 Oct
The General Manager, Lagos State Parking Authority (LASPA), Mrs. Adebisi Adelabu, has appealed to drivers, vehicle owners, and all relevant stakeholders in the state’s transportation sector to voluntarily comply with the State Parking Laws. She stressed that the Lagos State Government is more interested in voluntary compliance than enforced compliance, which often comes with misconceptions…
27 Oct
An online ride-hailing mobility firm, inDrive has said it has been recording exponential growth in its operations in Nigeria, especially during the fuel subsidy removal that raised the pump prices of petrol from N195/litre to over N600/litre. Speaking in Lagos at a media event to mark its 10th anniversary, Business Representative for Nigeria, inDrive, Oladimeji…
27 Oct
A non-governmental organisation (NGO), Automobiles and Road Safety Initiative has called on Standards Organisation of Nigeria (SON) to double its efforts at preventing low grade automobile batteries into the country. The organisation said low quality batteries could be harmful to the motorists and their passengers’ health, apart from being an economic drain pipe. He said…
27 Oct
Leading domestic carrier, Air Peace airlines, has rolled out free flight tickets for customers in commemoration of its ninth anniversary. The airline is running social media trivia contests to reward lucky customers. Spokesperson of Air Peace, Stanley Olisa, said the anniversary is a testament of resilience and another milestone for the airline, especially operating in…
27 Oct
In a major boost to continental trade and tourism, Uganda Airlines, the national carrier of Uganda, has launched its maiden flight from Lagos to Entebbe, further widening connectivity between East and West Africa. At the maiden flight to Lagos recently, the Minister of Aviation and Aerospace development, Festus Keyamo said two other cities in Nigeria,…
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LAGOS, Nigeria, 29 November 2023 -/African Media Agency(AMA)/- FBS, a leading global broker, collaborated with the charity organization Helpers Social Development Foundation (HSDF) to improve the educational experience for students at Community Primary School Imezi-Olo in Ezeagu Local Government Area, Nigeria. Global broker funded the purchase of school supplies, uniforms, and whiteboards that over 100 students would…
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LUSAKA, Zambia, 29 November 2023 -/African Media Agency(AMA)/- The Africa CDC and the Mastercard Foundation have entered a new phase of their partnership on the Saving Lives and Livelihoods initiative in the aftermath of WHO’s declaration of the end of COVID-19 pandemic as a public health emergency of international concern. The Saving Lives and Livelihoods initiative, a bold…
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In a touching story that unfolds in Abia state, Nigeria, Israel Kennedy found himself facing a poignant decision when his home church, the Assemblies of God Church in Aba, declined to officiate his wedding with fiancée Miss Rose due to her pregnancy. The unexpected twist occurred just hours before the scheduled ceremony, leaving the couple…
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A non-governmental organisation, Alliances for Africa, AfA has inaugurated an 30-man committee tasked with the responsibility of tackling and ending violence against women and girls prevalence in Imo State.
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Director General of the National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking In Persons, (NAPTIP), Professor Fatima Waziri-Azi, has called on partners in the fight against Sexual and Gender Based Violence, (SGBV), to step up advocacy efforts towards preventing and tackling the issue.
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Singapore has said it is considering building artificial islands off its east coast to protect low-lying areas against rising sea levels caused by climate change. Engineering and environmental impact studies for the "Long Island" project will start in 2024 and take five years to finish, National Development Minister Desmond Lee said Tuesday. Land reclaimed for…
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The candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party in the November governorship poll in Imo state Sam Anyanwu has vowed to "recover his stolen mandate" through legal means. Anyanwu described the declaration of Hope Uzodinma of the ruling All Progressives Congress as a "rape of democracy". He insisted that the election was marred by "all manner…
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Foreigners entering Russia could be required to sign a "loyalty agreement" upon arrival, pledging not to criticise Moscow's offensive in Ukraine, under new rules being prepared by the interior ministry. Russia has waged an unprecedented crackdown on dissent and ahead of a 2024 presidential election, expected to prolong President Vladimir Putin's long rule until at…
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The Lagos State Taskforce says it will henceforth arrest and charge to the mobile court anyone found guilty of blockading inner streets for parties or social events. The Chairman of the agency, CSP Shola Jejeloye, in a statement on Tuesday, said it was selfish and inconsiderate for some people to deliberately take actions that cause…