Sounds of classical music as Transcorp Hilton ushers in yuletide

In its yearly tradition, Transcorp Hilton Hotel Plc, Abuja, during the week, performed the symbolic lighting of the Christmas Tree.

The ceremony, which has survived several decades, usually marks the beginning of Christmas activities in the hotel.
  
This year’s edition witnessed a huge turnout of people, including secondary school students within the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), who gathered to have a glimpse of the symbolic lighting of the Christmas Tree.
 

Both the children and adult arms of the choir performed some popular Christmas songs to the delight of the audience.
  
Omogiafo noted that the Yuletide is a season of joy and love, adding: “For Nigerians, it is a time we are all united without ethnic or religious barriers. The season brings people of distinct backgrounds together.

“For us at the Hilton, the lighting of Christmas Tree marks the commencement of the season. We have done this for over three decades and we try to make it better each year.”
  
Excited by the huge turnout of guests, General Manager of the hotel, Kelvin Bret, said the occasion was not a time for speeches, but relaxation, which the hospitality outfit signifies.
   
Public Relations Manager, Shola Adeyemo, while highlighting the relationship among hospitality, tourism and festivity, noted that the three are inseparable and it is in that spirit that the celebration is observed every year to usher in activities synonymous with Christmas.
 
“To reciprocate the patronage of our customers and guests, the hotel planned series of activities for their relaxation and enjoyment at Christmas, for both parents and children,” Adeyemo added.