People & Places - Page 2

By Deji Abdulwahab The National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) has announced a minor shake-up in its workforce, saying it is aimed to eliminate redundancy and reposition the Commission for effective and efficient service delivery. NAHCON disclosed this in a statement issued

By Idris Olukoya Oba Babatunde Ogunlaja, the Aladeshonyi of Odo-Noforija, in Epe Division, has called on government at all levels to harness the untapped tourism potential at the grassroots. This, according to him, will boost revenue and foster sustainable community development.

Ras Mubarak, Leader of Trans-Africa Tourism and Unity Campaign. By Fortune Abang The Trans-Africa Tourism and Unity Campaign organisation, an NGO, has called for visa-free operations across the continent to foster regional integration, economic growth,  and cultural exchange. Ras Mubarak, Leader of

By Joan Odafe The National Institute for Hospitality and Tourism (NIHOTOUR) has clarified that its mandate is not to grade hotels but to regulate standards and certify practitioners. Dr Abisoye Fagade, Director-General of NIHOTOUR, gave the clarification during a round table

By Bukola Adetoye The Ogun government says safety concerns informed its decision to introduce entry fees at the renovated Olumo Rock Tourist Complex. Free entry to the site, which began after its relaunch, will end on Saturday, Aug. 23.