FTAN Awards Tourism Icons at NTIFE 2025 in Abuja
Katsina Governor Dikko Radda and Minister Hannatu Musawa were among the recipients of the prestigious Tourism Icon Awards at NTIFE 2025. Discover the full list of honourees and event highlights.
Katsina Governor Dikko Radda and Minister Hannatu Musawa were among the recipients of the prestigious Tourism Icon Awards at NTIFE 2025. Discover the full list of honourees and event highlights.
Imo State hosts a high-profile Economic Summit with global leaders like Boris Johnson and Aliko Dangote. Dangote announces major fertilizer investment plans. Discover the key outcomes.
Tanzania's vital tourism sector faces a crisis as election violence and policy missteps lead to mass cancellations. Discover the impact on safaris and beaches.
Nigeria's SEC warns against Glorious Wealth Fund (GWF), an unlicensed online investment platform. Learn the red flags of Ponzi schemes and how to protect your money.
Ghana will host the inaugural Africa Real Estate Festival (AREF) in April 2026. The event themed 'Innovation Meets Identity' aims to shape the continent's urban future. Read more.
Lagos gears up for the 2025 Ofada Rice Day Festival 'Eko Dun Jor' with star performances, celebrating indigenous cuisine and innovation. Join the cultural feast!
Imo State hosts the Imo Invest Summit 2025, a major West African economic gathering featuring global leaders like Ban Ki-moon and President Boakai. The event aims to unlock investment in energy, tech, and infrastructure. Read more.
South Africa announces it will not participate in the 2026 G20 meetings after the US barred its inclusion. Get the full details on this diplomatic standoff and its implications for multilateralism.
Egypt's $300m Saint Catherine tourism project is damaging a UNESCO World Heritage site and displacing the indigenous Bedouin community. Read about the controversy.
A Russian couple, convicted crypto fraudsters, were lured, tortured, and killed in the UAE after kidnappers failed to access £380 million in digital wallets. Three suspects arrested.
Governor Umo Eno flags off the 32-day Christmas Unplugged 3.0 festival in Uyo, highlighting tourism as a key economic pillar for Akwa Ibom State. Explore the cultural showcase!
Africa's inaugural G20 Summit in South Africa sees UAE commit $1bn to AI development. Discover how Gulf investment is transforming the continent's tech future. Read more.
Lagos Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu advocates for a transformative economic partnership between Nigeria and South Africa at the Nigeria-South Africa Chamber of Commerce's 25th-anniversary event. Discover the new strategic vision.
Governor Dauda Lawal promotes Zamfara's agricultural potential at Africa Investment Forum 2025, signs transformative MoU with MOFI to boost farming and create jobs.
African leaders gathered in Abuja for historic tourism expo, aiming to boost continent's global trade share from 3% to 10% by harnessing cultural wealth through new strategies and partnerships.
The Isimi Lagos Festival 2025 showcased sustainable luxury through polo, culture and networking. Governor Sanwo-Olu and Ooni of Ife graced the Kings Cup event.
Ogun State Governor Dapo Abiodun champions culture and festivals as major foreign exchange earners for Nigeria, citing global examples at Akesan Day. Discover the economic potential.
The 2025 Benin Art Fair attracted thousands, showcasing Edo's artistic heritage while embracing contemporary creativity. Discover how this event positions Benin City as Africa's new art hub.
Chief Ikenna Okafor reveals ambitious plan to transform Nigeria into Africa's golf tourism hub through CIO Golf Classic expansion and $1 million prize target. Discover how golf can boost Nigeria's economy.
NEPC and FMITI host a webinar to unlock UAE market prospects for Nigerian exporters, aiming to bridge a $1.5 billion trade deficit and boost non-oil exports.
Nigeria advocates for equitable mineral trade and ethical AI at Africa's inaugural G20 Summit. China-Africa partnership launches modernization initiative to boost continental development.
Chief Ikenna Okafor reveals plans to grow the CIO Golf Classics into a major tourism driver for Nigeria, with prize money increasing to N100 million. Discover how golf can transform the economy.
The Trump administration announces $100 surcharge for foreign visitors to US national parks starting 2026. Annual passes triple to $250 for non-residents. Learn how this affects Nigerian travelers.
The European Union has mobilised €15.5 billion to accelerate Africa's clean energy transition, promising electricity for millions and sustainable industrial growth.
The Loveworld Trade & Investment Forum in Lagos united global leaders to champion trust and capital inflows for Africa's growth. Discover how ethical trade is reshaping the continent's economic future.
Discover Africa's best travel spots from Lagos to Seychelles. Learn when to visit for perfect weather and unforgettable experiences. Start planning your African adventure today!
Lagos launches the EKO 170, a 170km cycling event on Jan 11, 2026, aiming to boost sports tourism and healthy living. Over 1000 cyclists will participate. Discover the route and impact.
Japanese tourism businesses remain optimistic despite China's travel advisory. While some hotels see cancellations, retailers report minimal impact as local customers fill the gap.
U.S. grants G42 approval to import high-end AI chips, strengthening UAE-U.S. tech partnership and establishing UAE as secure global AI hub with major computing projects underway.
The scramble for Sudan's gold, farmland, and coastline by foreign powers is fueling a brutal civil war that has killed thousands and displaced millions. Discover the hidden economic drivers behind the crisis.